Summer Camp at The Wetherill School

Riverbend offers camp for 4 and 5-year-olds at The Wetherill School in Gladwyne, located just 10 minutes from Riverbend’s main campus. This preschool location includes a forest hiking trail, log circle for songs and stories, and outdoor classroom, plus indoor amenities sized just right for young children who have not yet started Kindergarten. Camp will be run by caring and kind Riverbend camp counselors.

The Wetherill School is located at 1321 Beaumont Drive in a quiet residential neighborhood in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania on a private wooded 7-acre campus.

The campus boasts a large fenced playground complete with a large shaded play structure that offers opportunities for climbing and sliding, a sandbox, large wooden building blocks, a water exploration table, and two garden beds for vegetables and flowers, and more.

The woods offer walking trails to explore where children learn about trees, leaves, plants and the local fauna as well. The children enjoy finding treasures from nature to bring back to the classrooms to discover even more.

Camp Weeks and Theme Descriptions

Summer Camp Classics
Summer Camp Classics is all about celebrating the timeless activities that make camp unforgettable! From cooking over the campfire to stream time, field games, nature hikes, and arts and crafts, campers will enjoy all the classic experiences we know and love. It's the perfect blend of outdoor fun, creativity, and bonding that makes every summer magical!

Wild & Well

Explore the wonders of nature with our Wild & Well theme! Campers will experience the freedom and peace that Riverbend is known for as they engage in guided nature walks, exciting outdoor games, and activities that promote physical activity and emotional well-being. This theme encourages kids to connect with nature and each other in a way that’s so much fun, some have even said Riverbend is “better than a video game!”

Riverbend Animals
Get up close and personal with our furry and scaly friends in the Riverbend Animals program! Campers will have the chance to interact with our beloved camp animals, including guinea pigs, snakes, turtles, and frogs, along with designated stream time for even more exploration in the natural world. This program encourages curiosity and creativity while fostering a love for wildlife. Get ready for an exciting adventure filled with hands-on experiences and plenty of animal fun!

Messy Science
Let the experiments begin in our Messy Science theme! This hands-on program is designed for curious minds eager to explore the wonders of the world around them. Along with engaging in fun and messy experiments, kids will enjoy stream time as part of their scientific exploration, adding to the excitement of discovery in nature. Get ready for a fantastic adventure filled with surprises and scientific discoveries!

Sunny Science
Dive into the fascinating world of solar energy and weather in our Sunny Science theme! This engaging program is perfect for curious campers who want to explore the science behind the sun and its effects on our environment. Stream time will also be included, offering campers a refreshing way to connect with nature as they explore the elements.

Camp Tuition and Registration

$625 per week for all ages

Registration Policies

$100 per week deposit due upon booking. Please note: This is an administration fee and is non-refundable.
Transaction fees will be charged in addition to tuition fees and are non-refundable.
Tuition balances are due in full and become non-refundable as of June 1, 2025
Schedule changes will be accommodated to the best of Riverbend's ability. However, many weeks are full by summer and changes may not be possible.
Please Note: All children must be potty trained to participate in Riverbend's summer camp program.

We have great seasonal opportunities for our Summer Nature Camps at our Gladwyne, McKaig, and Wetherill Locations!

Why you should work for us:

Riverbend Summer Camp is the perfect place for someone looking for a fun and rewarding job in the great outdoors. Spend your summer outside with us as we nurture the future generation of earth-lovers. If you are considering a career in education or environmental sciences, this job is the perfect resume-builder for you!