
Investigative Learning Camp Jr. (Grades 3-4)
Exploration and play lead to serious learning at Lakeside's Investigative Learning Camp Jr. Our camp is open to the public.
Students from any school entering grades 3-4 select two classes (a morning and an afternoon class) per week in the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art) realm. Campers are taught by dynamic elementary and middle-school teachers and supported by a diverse group of camp counselors who share campers’ passion for learning.
Note: Camp offerings and dates for Summer 2026 will be updated on our website in mid-December
Class options
Families register for individual weeks. Campers choose a morning class and an afternoon class for each week of camp. Please note that some classes will be offered certain weeks but not others.
Daily Schedule 2025
| 8-8:30 a.m. | Drop off |
| 8:30-8:45 a.m. | Morning gathering |
| 8:45-10 a.m. | Morning class |
| 10-10:30 a.m. | Snack and recess |
| 10:30-11:45 a.m. | Morning class resumes |
| 11:45 a.m.-12:10 p.m. | Lunch |
| 12:10-12:30 p.m. | Recess |
| 12:30-1:45 p.m. | Afternoon class |
| 1:45-2 p.m. | Snack and recess |
| 2-3:15 p.m. | Afternoon class resumes |
| 3:15 p.m. | Closing gathering |
| 3:30-4 p.m. | Pickup |
| 4-6 p.m. | Aftercare (optional) |
Frequently Asked Questions about ILC Jr.
- Can I sign up for just one week of camp?
- If my child’s first-choice class is full, can I be put on a waitlist?
- Is there bus service to campus this summer?
- Is there financial aid available?
- Is aftercare available?
- Is lunch provided?
- What should campers bring to camp with them every day?
- When and where is drop-off and pickup?
- If my child has an appointment, can I pick up my student early or drop them off late?
- Can international students attend?
Can I sign up for just one week of camp?
If my child’s first-choice class is full, can I be put on a waitlist?
Is there bus service to campus this summer?
Is there financial aid available?
Is aftercare available?
Is lunch provided?
What should campers bring to camp with them every day?
When and where is drop-off and pickup?
If my child has an appointment, can I pick up my student early or drop them off late?
Can international students attend?
Questions?
SummerSchool@lakesideschool.org
206-440-2700
Summer at Lakeside office closures:
- December 22 - 31, 2025
- January 1-2, 2026
- January 29, 2026
- February 16 - 20, 2026
- April 13 - 17, 2026
- May 25, 2026
- June 19, 2026








