*Denotes wheelchair accessible space.
Yes! A sibling discount will automatically apply at checkout when registering two or more students.
Scholarship opportunities may be available for families facing hardship, for BIPOC students, and for those from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the arts. We have limited funds available, and they are first come first serve. If accepted into the program, families can request a 25%-75% reduction in tuition for one week of camp programming for one child.
Please fill out this inquiry form to be considered for a scholarship.
No. At this time, we are unable to offer early dropoff or extended day hours. Please contact us with any questions.
There is no after camp. If you think you are running late for pickup at any point, please text our office and let us know (347-759-6313). Our team will need to plan accordingly!
Child’s Play NY understands the unpredictable nature of commuting around Brooklyn, and as such, there is a 10 minute grace period for late pickups.
If camp ends at 3p and you arrive for pickup between 3:10p-3:20p, you will be charged $10 through our Sawyer network to the card we have on file.
If camp ends at 3p and you arrive between 3:20p-3:30p, you will be charged $20.
A typical day balances acting, theater games, and outdoor time. While schedules vary by age group (Players Series, Showmakers, Acting Ensemble), a standard day includes:
You can see example camp schedules here.
All cancellations must be submitted via email to emily@childsplayny.com. Please state the child’s name and camp session you are cancelling. There will be no refunds.
In the event that your child is unwell and unable to attend camp last minute, please let us know and we will do our best to work out a solution together.
Credit can be used toward future camps or classes. Credit cannot be used for birthday parties or private coaching.
Yes! All food and drink will be brought from home. Snack and lunch should be nut-free, as we do have campers with allergies.
There are two snack times allotted and one lunch time.
Lunch time is generally conducted outdoors, weather permitting.
Professional teaching artists lead all Child’s Play NY camp sessions. The same team that runs our after school classes during the year directs and teaches our summer programs. We pride ourselves working in small groups to give each camper dedicated time to grow within the ensemble.
Teaching artists are CPR & first aid certified.
Campers are grouped in a three-year age spread:
Groups are further broken down by age within each session.
Each session has a maximum of 14 campers.
No! Campers in 2nd-8th grade perform a show at the end of the week, but there are no auditions.
Shows and scenes are intentionally curated for these camps, and prioritize community building. Everyone will have moments to shine, a role to be proud of, and opportunity to be a team player in the ensemble.
Roles are assigned after a few hours, when the teachers have gotten to know the campers through games, improvisations and a staged reading. Much thought goes into casting, and all the faculty of a given session are involved in decisions.
While there are no “lead roles,” all parts are not created equally. We do strive for equity on stage as much as possible, so campers may play one or multiple roles.
Many factors go into creating the cast: age and experience are certainly considered, but we also look to stretch campers and allow them to experience new characters and roles they might not normally play.
Students who turn 4 before September 2026 can join our Players Series summer camps at 75 3rd Street or PS58.
If your child is entering PreK and turns 4 later in the fall, please contact us to discuss.
Our goal is that each child find their unique abilities and be honored as an individual. We celebrate inclusivity and individuality and we work together on challenging things. In order for campers and staff to feel respected and safe, we establish Community Agreements at the start of each session.
First, we talk about being Kind and being Brave. From there, the campers add on agreements that they want to uphold. Finally, they create a unique chant to honor to the pact and/or add their signature to the document when appropriate.
While the pacts differ slightly from session to session, we always have a central goals that the children know and agree to. Here are the basic points that groups will speak about as they make their community agreements:
Our goal is to help each camper have a successful session and positive camp experience. If a camper’s behavior is negatively affecting the rest of the group and/or if there is any kind of safety concern, the following consequences will be implemented.
Each incident will be looked at individually and in terms of the degree of seriousness.
Thank you for helping us make a safe and nurturing environment for the Child’s Play NY community.
We have a long history of supporting many kinds of learners in our programs, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, joyful environment for all children. To do this well, we rely on families to share as much information as possible about how their child learns, what supports are helpful, and any challenges we should be aware of.
Communicating this information benefits your child most of all. For example, if your child has dyslexia, we may use auditory and repetition-based techniques to support line memorization. If your child has ADHD, we may incorporate movement breaks and collaborate with you on strategies that help them focus and feel successful. There is space on the registration form to share details, and we strongly encourage you to be as thorough as possible, including any diagnoses, learning plans (IEPs/504s), or effective tools and supports.
Our staff is made up of professional actors who are also experienced teaching artists. While they are trained in positive discipline and strategies that support focus, engagement, and group dynamics, they are not special education teachers, behavioral specialists, or one-on-one aides, and may not be equipped to support all learning or behavioral needs within a group setting.
We are always happy to connect with you to discuss how best to support your child and determine whether our program is an appropriate fit, including whether additional support (such as a one-on-one aide provided by the family) may be needed. Even with advance communication and planning, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet every child’s needs.
If, at any point during the program, we determine that we are unable to safely or effectively support your child – particularly if they are unable to work within our Community Agreements (see #12) – we will communicate with you promptly and work together to find a fair and appropriate next step.
The City of New York does not authorize us to administer any kinds of medications. If your child has a regular prescription medicine, they must be able to administer it themselves. Please write to us directly if you have any questions or concerns about this policy.
If your child has an allergy and is prescribed an epi-pen, we are allowed to administer that first aid in the event of an allergic reaction. Staff will connect with the camper at drop off to ensure the epi-pen is with them at all times.
If your child is sick, please keep them home. This is out of respect for our dedicated faculty and the rest of our students and campers. In the event that your child is unwell and unable to attend camp last minute, please let us know and we will do our best to work out a solution together.
Our Tax-ID number is 45-3252442.