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Summer at GPS

She’ll Have a Groovy Good Time at Summer Camp

Each day at GPS Summer Camp is unique, designed for your daughter to learn, play, laugh, and meet new friends. From yoga to baking, musical theater to basketball, GPS Summer Camp will help your girl discover more about who she is and who she wants to be. Whether she spends a week or two or the entire summer with us, we are ready to provide her an off-the-hook experience.




    • Summer YOUR Way!

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The Lowdown

From the moment your camper arrives on campus (to the sounds of rad tunes and cheers from her counselors, of course!), she will know she’s in the right place—a welcoming environment full of adventure and funky F-U-N! While she’s playing getting-to-know-you games with her campmates, you can rest assured that her time spent learning new things, touring the town, boogying, and swimming (to name a few!) will leave her joyful … and probably a little tired! Fueled by slammin’ snacks and lunches, our campers enjoy a busy day before heading home sound as a pound, ready for another day of fun.


Can You Dig It?

At GPS Summer Camp, girls can:
Gain confidence 
Grow in their love of sports
Cultivate a passion for the arts
Embrace the outdoors
Build cherished friendships
Explore new ideas


Sisterhood to the Max

Of course fun is on the docket at GPS Summer Camp, but what sets us apart are the relationships formed between campers and counselors. Our counselors, many of whom attended GPS Summer Camp as kids themselves, are invested in your daughter’s development during her time on campus. As current GPS students and alumnae, they appreciate the value of girl-to-girl connections and work to provide big-sister moments all summer long. So many of our counselors return year after year and see their campers grow up!


The Skinny on Scheduling

We know schedules can be challenging to navigate at times, so we’ll do you a solid. To make it simple to plan your daughter’s camp adventures, we offer both half-day and full-day camps, as well as before- and aftercare options, to give you flexibility as you plan your summer.




Camp Information + Policies

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • + Can you explain the Fees + Payments?

    Payment:
    • Camp fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. Campers may not attend camp without full payment.
    • After May 1, all payments are non-refundable. If cancelation is made prior to May 1, a refund of the amount paid per camp less $100 will be issued.
    • Registration on the first day of camp will incur an additional $25 fee.
    • Transferring from one camp session to another camp session will include a $25 processing fee.
    Prorated Fees:
    • To maintain the integrity of each session, campers may not register for part of a week. Camp weeks cannot be split. There are no prorated fees.
    Family Discounts:
    • A 10% discount is available for the second camper in a family.  

  • + How do half-days work?

    • Half-day camps run from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Most half-day camps can be turned into a full day of fun with the addition of Camp Kaleidoscope or another camp! We also offer weekly specific afternoon additions such as martial arts, hip hop, and baking. 
    • Please note that some fun activities will be in the afternoon for our campers (for example: waterslides). So if you sign up for an afternoon camp option, they will miss the Signature Camp opportunities.

  • + Who leads camps at GPS?

    Most of our camps are led by GPS faculty and coaches who have years of experience teaching and coaching girls. Carefully curated experts are also brought on campus to enrich our offerings in certain areas, such as for our Safe Sitter Camps. And key to your daughter’s time at camp is the interaction and mentorship she’ll receive from her counselors—GPS students who appreciate the value of girl-to-girl connections and provide big-sister moments all summer long.

  • + Will lunch be served?

    • Lunch will be served to all full-day campers. Any allergies or restrictions should be noted ahead of time.
    • We offer vegetarian options daily; we are a nut-free campus. 
    • A menu will be provided in the email but is subject to change due to inventory, ordering, and chef discretion.

  • + Will there be before- and after-care?

    • All camps start at 9 a.m. Before-care will be available for half- and full-day campers beginning at 7:30 a.m. 
    • Full-day camps end at 3:30 p.m. After-care will be available until 5:30 p.m. 
    • If before- and after-care is already included in your fee, please select which days you will use this service in your registration or email us!

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  • + Can boys come to camp at GPS?

    Boys are welcome to attend a collection of our camps. Refer to camp descriptions for clarification. If your son has interest in additional camp offerings, we encourage you to explore the options at McCallie School. For more information, visit mccalliesummercamps.com.

  • + How do drop-off and pick-up work?

    • In registration, we need all guardian pickup names for safety reasons. You can also email us to add anyone.
    • We use a QR system to make our car line move quickly and safely. Please have your phone ready to scan when staff come to you.
    • Drop-off and pickup are conducted in the front circle of the GPS campus.
      • All camps start at 9 a.m. Morning drop-off will run from 8:30-9 a.m.
      • Half-day camps end at noon. Pickup will run from 12-12:30 p.m.
      • Full-day camps end at 3:30 p.m. Pickup will run from 3:30-4 p.m.

  • + Can lessons be substituted for certain camp rotations?

    Swimming lessons can be substituted for morning rotations of Camp Kaleidoscope and tennis lessons can be substituted for afternoon rotations of Camp Kaleidoscope.

  • + What if my child is sick?

    • Campers must be fever-free for 48 hours before they can come to camp.
    • We do have our school nurse on campus during the summer.
    • If your camper takes medication, we will need the following form submitted with the medication.
    • Campers who need an epi-pen can keep on their person or ask a counselor to hold their necessary supplies.


Meet Our Director

Sarah Whitney Anderson '12



Summertime—a chance where girls can try new activities, meet new friends, and learn something new about themselves. I absolutely love running GPS Summer Camp and getting to know each camper! Our staff has so much fun being creative and trying new activities, whether outdoors or in the classroom. 

At GPS, we take pride in our camps, traditions, and staffing, and we have experienced tremendous growth over the past 50 years! What started with horseback riding, typing, and basketball has now grown to more than 42 different camp offerings. And while the options look a little different than in 1974, our commitment to girls is the same: may they grow in confidence in themselves, kindness toward others, and curiosity about the world around them! 

It is an absolute gift to work at GPS Summer Camp and see your camper each day. I am so grateful to my staff, GPS camp counselors, and an institution dedicated to growing young women. I hope you are as stoked for summer as I am!

Peace and love,
Sarah Whitney Anderson ’12

 

Only at GPS

We know you have options for summer activities, but only at GPS will you find girl-focused camps specially designed for all-day adventure. Many half-day camps can be enjoyed by themselves or combined with other camp offerings for an all-day experience. Right on!

Questions?

Send an email to CampsClinics@GPS.edu

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