Summer Programs

Children have so much fun at Riverbend in the summer! Our Natick summer camp programs include two options: Summer@Riverbend for 2- to 6-year-olds and Riverbend Adventure Camp for rising 1st through 6th graders.

Students from Natick, Wellesley, and many surrounding Massachusetts towns come together to make new friends and enjoy the summer through a wide variety of games, crafts, and adventure activities. Our talented staff creates a nurturing environment where each child develops confidence and independence while having fun!

Summer@Riverbend 2026

This is an engaging summer program for children ages 2 years through rising Kindergarteners. Preschool-aged children spend time on our Natick Montessori school campus enjoying a variety of hands-on activities including water play, sports, arts and crafts, outdoor exploration, and music time while creating new friendships!

Toddler (2 to 3 years)

Dates: June 15, 2026 – August 21, 2026 (Registration is in two-week sessions)
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Half Day Cost: $950 per two-week session
Full Day Cost: $1200 per two-week session

Sample Schedule

Primary (3 to 6 years)

Dates: June 15, 2026 – August 7, 2026 (Registration is in one-week sessions)
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Half Day Cost: $420 per one-week session
Full Day Cost: $550 per one-week session

Sample Schedule

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Riverbend Adventure Camp

This Natick summer camp program is for rising 1st through 6th graders. At these week-long camps, our elementary-aged children enjoy a summer full of outdoor adventures, fun games and sports, STEM experiences, water activities, and much more! Campers take nature walks and hikes to the Natick waterfall and Elm Bank (on the border of Natick, Wellesley, and Dover), and they go on exciting field trips twice a week throughout the Boston area. The Adventure Camp experience is perfect for elementary school students looking for summer fun!

Adventure Camp Details

Camp Dates: June 15, 2026 – August 7, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Camp Fees: $625 per week
Grades: Rising 1st – 6th

Sample Schedule

Field Trip Schedule

Week 1 (June 15): Launch Trampoline Park
Week 2 (June 22): Dave and Busters and Elm Bank
Week 3 (June 29): Mini Golf
Week 4 (July 6): Lego Discovery Center and Blue Hills

Week 5 (July 13): Bowling and Riverbend’s Nature Property
Week 6 (July 20): Launch Trampoline Park and Lars Anderson Park
Week 7 (July 27): Dave and Busters and Elm Bank
Week 8 (August 3): Mini Golf and Blue Hills

Please note, all programs will be closed on Friday, June 19 and Friday, July 3, 2026.

What Our Families Say

Both our boys loved their summers in the Riverbend toddler camp program! We appreciated that the camp provided a nice balance of structured and free time and that the kids spent a lot of time playing outdoors, including daily water play (splash pads were a favorite!). They always came home happy and worn out from fun filled days! Our boys attended the camp the summer before they enrolled at Riverbend, which had the added benefit of getting them integrated into the community and getting familiar with some of the teachers before the school year started!
– Toddler parent
Coach K, who leads the Riverbend Adventure program, is amazing with kids: kind, fun, and funny while still giving them the structure they need. Our kids have begged for more weeks of Riverbend camp every year since they first started. The kids particularly love games in the gym, arts and crafts, and all the great field trips, from Elm Bank to Dave and Buster’s. We feel so lucky to have found Riverbend Adventure Camp.
– Elementary parent

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Benefits of Riverbend’s Summer Programs?

Young people benefit from socialization, physical activity, and nature exploration throughout the summer. From waterslides and outdoor fun to craft activities and STEM adventures, this is the perfect camp program for kids who want to have fun with friends while staying active in the summer!

What’s the Start Date for Riverbend Summer Programs?

We begin June 15th with our first week of summer programming. The Toddler program runs until August 21st, and the other levels run until August 7th. Many campers spend the entire summer at Riverbend!

Do Your Camps Have Weekly Themes?

Yes! Each week of our summer program has unique activities that keep campers excited to come back week after week.

Do You Have Half Day and Full Day Options?

Yes! Summer@Riverbend has half day and full day options for children ages 2 to 6. You can choose the schedule that works best for your child. Adventure Camp is a full day camp experience for older children.

Note: Our Adventure Camp is an official “camp” program as designated by the Natick Board of Health.

Discover Riverbend

As the premier preschool-age through 8th grade Montessori school in the Boston Metrowest area, Riverbend allows students to flourish in ways that just aren’t possible at other schools.