Farm Camp
Join us at The Compass School Farm for an unforgettable summer filled with learning, exploration, and fun! We offer half-day and full-day camps every week throughout the summer, with expanded opportunities for K-1 campers and engaging programs for 2nd-6th graders every week.
Our camps feature multi-age learning experiences, where buddy activities foster social-emotional growth and a strong sense of community. Campers are grouped by age and developmental interests, with curriculum thoughtfully scaffolded to meet each child’s learning level.
Aligned with The Compass School's mission, our camps emphasize project-based learning rooted in environmental sustainability and social responsibility. While air-conditioned spaces are available for high-heat days, your child will spend as much time as possible exploring our vibrant farm, gardens, and natural spaces, connecting with the outdoors in meaningful and enriching ways.
Come experience a summer at The Compass School—where curiosity thrives and every day is an adventure!
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Farm Camp Schedule and Registration
Junior Garden Chefs: Farm-to-Table Culinary Adventures
Join us at The Compass School Farm for this unique camp experience for our youngest learners! Hands on activities with soil, plants, animals and farm-to-table harvest are features of this program. Kids use magnification to spy on miniature soil life, make and apply compost tea to feed our garden, and get up-close and personal with pollinator studies! Making lavender shortbread cookies and exploring our hiking trails are favorite activities of this summer camp which emphasizes outdoor learning through play and exploration.
Dates:
Session 1: June 30th - July 3rd (no camp Friday)*
Session 2: July 7th - July 11th
Session 3: July 28th - August 1st
Session 4: August 12 - August 15th (no camp Monday)*
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
*Note time change Sessions 1 & 4: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM due to holiday
Age: Rising K - Rising 3rd grade
Cost: $130 per session
Garden Grab Bag
This new combination farm camp opportunity will explore the science and ecology of sustainable farm practices, learning and fun on campus. Age appropriate mini-groups will allow campers of all ages to explore the surrounding ecosystem which supports our farm and get up-close and personal with pollinator studies. This new FULL DAY opportunity was designed for returning campers and sibling groups who have aged out of Junior Garden Chefs Camp but are perhaps not quite ready for our Young Farm Stewards curriculum. We promise the Compass Camp favorites of lavender cookies and daily garden snacks!
Dates:
Session 1: June 30th-July 3rd (no camp Friday)*
Session 2: July 7th - July 11th
Session 3: August 12th - August 15th (no camp Monday)*
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
*Note time change Sessions 1 & 3: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM due to holiday
Ages: Rising 2nd - Rising 7th grade
Cost: $260 per session
Young Farm Stewards
This advanced farm camp opportunity will explore the science and ecology of sustainable farm practices, harvest and feasting, and learning both on and off campus with walking tours. Exploring the surrounding ecosystem which supports our farm, doing microscopy for soil analysis, making and applying compost tea to crops, getting up-close and personal with pollinators and baking lavender cookies with our homemade solar ovens are examples of our curriculum offerings. Campers will work with URI professionals and experience the neighboring leadership challenge course as well.
Dates: July 21st – July 25th
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Ages: Rising 3rd grade – Rising 7th grade
Cost: $260
Sewing and Natural Plant Dyes
Campers will get hands on experience dyeing their own fabric and learn how to use a sewing machine. We will explore the types of natural dye we can use from the garden and how to turn them into color on our fabrics. Once we have dyed our fabrics, we will learn how to use a sewing machine to make our own bags and clothes.
Dates: July 14th - July 18th
Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Age: Rising 2nd grade - Rising 7th grade
Cost: $110
Dungeons and Dragons
Join us for our ever popular Dungeons and Dragons series! This camp welcomes new adventurers and budding Dungeon Masters alike. With only an introductory knowledge required, campers will dive into the basics of gameplay, character creation, and storytelling while forging new friendships along the way.
Under the guidance of experienced Dungeon Masters, campers will collaborate to solve puzzles, battle foes, and unravel thrilling narratives—all set in imaginative, interactive worlds. Through this unique role-playing experience, participants will build teamwork, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills in a fun and inclusive environment.
Dates:
July 28th - August 1st
August 4th - August 8th
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Ages: Rising 4th grade - Rising 9th grade
Cost: $110
Compass School & YMCA Summer Camp Partnership
Through our partnership with the YMCA of Greater Providence, we’re thrilled to offer a unique STEM and STEAM-focused summer camp experience! Campers will spend their mornings immersed in hands-on learning at The Compass School Farm, exploring sustainable agriculture, science, and the environment. Afternoons are packed with exciting activities at the YMCA, where campers enjoy a wide variety of programming in a fun, active setting.
Dates:
July 14th - July 18th
August 4th - August 8th
To register, visit YMCA Greater Providence Summer Camps and ask about discounted member pricing. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to combine outdoor exploration with creative learning and YMCA fun!