Foothills Summer Discovery Camp 2026
A Summer of Curiosity, Creativity, and Connection
Summer at Foothills is a time for exploration, imagination, and joyful discovery. Our Summer Discovery Camps invite children ages 5–11 to dive deeply into hands-on STEAM experiences that weave together the arts and sciences in meaningful, engaging ways.
Each week offers a unique theme designed to spark curiosity and nurture confidence. Whether children are experimenting, creating, performing, or investigating, they are supported by caring educators who honor their ideas, questions, and growing independence.
Families may register for one week or join us for the full five-week experience.
2026 Camp Themes & Dates
June 15–19 | Art Adventure
An exciting week of creative exploration. Campers will learn about different artists and art styles while experimenting with a wide range of materials both indoors and outdoors. Projects include bead-making, origami, drawing challenges, spin art, stencil art, bubble art, and more. Creativity and joyful expression take center stage.
June 22–26 | Nature Exploration
Dive into Boise’s diverse ecosystem, past and present. Campers will explore plants, animals, bugs, birds, fish, worms, fungi, and even dinosaurs through hands-on science, art, and outdoor adventures. From sun prints and animal masks to worm bins and bug hotels, this week celebrates curiosity about the natural world.
July 6–10 | Music & Movement
Move, create, and perform. Campers will build instruments, experiment with rhythm and body percussion, learn simple songwriting, and explore dance styles from ballet to hip hop. Theater games, music videos, yoga, obstacle courses, and group challenges make this an energetic week of creativity and confidence-building.
July 13–17 | Science Adventures
Mix, melt, bubble, and investigate. Campers will conduct hands-on experiments, create slime and erupting volcanoes, grow crystals, design solar ovens, make fossils, and explore chemistry through playful experimentation. This week is full of joyful discovery.
July 20–24 | Space Explorers
Celebrate the anniversary of the moon landing with a week of space exploration. Campers will build rockets and satellites, design planets and aliens, create galaxy art, explore constellations, and learn about stars, black holes, eclipses, and more. The sky is not the limit; it is just the beginning.
Camp Details
- Ages: 5–11 (entering Kindergarten through 6th grade)
- Full Day: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
- Morning Session: 9:00–11:45 am
- Afternoon Session: 12:15–3:00 pm
Open to Foothills students and children from the broader community.
Limited financial assistance is available for Foothills School families who qualify.
Rooted in Our Mission
At Foothills School, we weave together the arts and sciences to inspire joyful, lifelong learners. Our summer camps reflect that same commitment. Children are encouraged to ask questions, take creative risks, collaborate with peers, and experience the confidence that grows from meaningful work.
We believe summer learning should feel expansive, engaging, and full of possibility. We look forward to sharing that experience with your child.
Billing Information
Foothills families will be billed through FACTS after registering. Payment is due within two weeks of billing. Families registering before April 1 for three or more weeks may split fees into two equal payments.
Families not currently enrolled at Foothills will receive an invoice via email. Payment is due within two weeks of billing.
Please note: A child’s spot is not confirmed until payment is received.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund minus a $25 administrative fee if canceled more than 14 days before camp
50% refund if canceled 7–14 days before camp
No refund if canceled within 7 days of the start date
We are happy to switch session registrations at no charge if summer plans shift.
Questions?
Call: 208.331.9260
Email: kshaine@foothillsschool.org or summercamps@foothillsschool.org
Limited financial assistance is available for Foothills School families who qualify.