Lakefield College School Summer Programs

Overview
Here's what makes Lakefield College School Summer Programs stand out
LCS offers credit and enrichment programs that provide challenging and fun opportunities to learn in and through the outdoors. Campers are inspired in a beautiful natural environment with state-of-the-art facilities on 315 acres of waterfront campuses. Each program is grounded in principles of community-minded leadership, character education, and environmental sustainability.

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Programs, Rates & Dates

Programs and Sessions Calendar

LCS offers both academic and enrichment programs as part of our Summer Academy - with experienced facilitators and qualified educators running programming for all students and campers. LCS embeds outdoor education and experiential learning into every program, blending individual growth and learning with canoeing, hiking, climbing, and farm activities. Every student and camper that visits LCS has the opportunity to visit our farm to experience harvesting, tasting produce, and even feeding chickens!

Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Lakefield College School Summer Programs currently has 28 programs available; 1 TBD.

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Grade 11 Travel Marine Biology (SBI3U)

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 15 - 17

Travel, Credit Courses

$6,800

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jun 30-Jul 25

$6,800

Grade 10 Civics and Career Studies (CHV2O / GLC2O)

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Virtual Program
Coed
Ages: 13 - 17

Credit Courses

$1,750

Virtual Program,
Online

Jul 02-Aug 01

$1,750

Grade 10 Science, Academic (SNC2D)

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 17

Science (multi)

$2,900

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 02-Aug 01

$2,900

Grade 10 Science, Academic (SNC2D)

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 17

Science (multi)

$6,200

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 02-Aug 01

$6,200

LCS Summer Academy Leaders in Training (GWL3O)

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 16 - 18

CIT/LIT Program

$3,000

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 02-Aug 01

$3,000

LCS Summer Academy Leaders in Training (GWL3O)

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

CIT/LIT Program

$6,300

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 02-Aug 01

$6,300

Bushcraft Adventures

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Wilderness Skills, Traditional (multi activity)

$1,310

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Bushcraft Adventures

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Wilderness Skills, Traditional (multi activity)

$1,310

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Climbing Adventures

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Ropes Course, Rock Climbing

$495

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 21-25

$495

Climbing Adventures

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Ropes Course, Rock Climbing

$1,310

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 21-25

$1,310

Culinary Arts Intensive

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 17

Cooking, Nature/Environment

$1,320

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Culinary Arts Intensive

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 17

Cooking, Nature/Environment

$505

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Waterfront Certification Intensive

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

First-aid/lifesaving , Health and Fitness (multi)

$1,360

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 14-18

$1,360

Waterfront Certification Intensive

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

First-aid/lifesaving , Water Sports (multi)

$545

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 14-18

$545

Wilderness and Camping Adventures

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Wilderness Out-tripping

$1,310

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 14-18

$1,310

Seed to Table Intensive

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 18

Nature/Environment

$505

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 21-25

$505

Seed to Table Intensive

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 18

Nature/Environment

$1,320

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 21-25

$1,320

Waterfront Adventures

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Water Sports (multi)

$495

Lakefield, ON 4391 Country Road 29	Jul 21-25		$495
Lakefield, ON 4391 Country Road 29	Jul 28-Aug 01		$495

Waterfront Adventures

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Water Sports (multi)

$1,310

Lakefield, ON 4391 Country Road 29	Jul 21-25		$1,310
Lakefield, ON 4391 Country Road 29	Jul 28-Aug 01		$1,310

Nature Art Adventures

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Traditional (multi activity) , Arts (multi)

$1,310

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 28-Aug 01

$1,310

Nature Art Adventures

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Traditional (multi activity) , Arts (multi)

$495

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 28-Aug 01

$495

Seed to Table Adventures

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Nature/Environment

$495

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 28-Aug 01

$495

Seed to Table Adventures

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Nature/Environment

$1,310

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Jul 28-Aug 01

$1,310

English Language Learning: Outdoor Adventure Course

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 18

Language Instruction

$6,200

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Aug 06-29

$6,200

Grove Prep for Grade 9

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 15

Education (multi)

$1,310

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Aug 11-15

$1,310

Grove Prep for Grades 7 & 8

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Education (multi)

$1,310

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Aug 11-15

$1,310

Grove Prep for Grade 9

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 15

Education (multi)

$495

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Aug 18-22

$495

Grove Prep for Grades 7 & 8

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Education (multi)

$495

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29

Aug 18-22

$495

Nutrition and Health

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Virtual Program
Coed
Ages: 15 - 18

Credit Courses, Nutrition

$1,750

Virtual Program,
Online

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Registration Details

Our summer team work year-round, meaning we will be able to help with enquiries, questions, and camp details whenever families are looking for information! Registration for all of our programs opens by December for the following Summer, but reach out to us if you need support! For most of our enrichment programs, there are no prerequisites, but our Credit or Certification programs may have requirements as part of the application process. This is listed on the program page, but we can also discuss them at any point.

Financial Aid & Payment Details

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Credit card payment	Yes

Reviews & Insider Perspectives
The Our Kids review of Lakefield College School Summer Programs

Lakefield has been crafting learning experiences for young people for well over a century, in that time establishing itself as one of the foremost private schools in the country. It’s also defined what it means to offer outdoor education, and how to craft learning experiences for young people that are authentic, experiential, and that build leadership and social skills. The summer programs extend all of that. They allow young people to grow and learn alongside peers of a like mind and who share an academic disposition. The programs range from learning new languages, to strategies for solving real-world problems, such as learning regenerative farming principles. While the programs vary from year to year, they all reflect the expertise and the passions of the Lakefield faculty and staff which is in every way at the forefront of education. Participants gain a unique opportunity to be engaged and challenged, and to gain life skills that will serve them well as they move on into post-secondary life. They’ll also gain some great memories and friends. These are simply some of the strongest, most innovative programs on offer in the country.

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Video interviews with parents, campers, and alum
Felicia Neil, Parent

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Transcript of our interview with Felicia, Mother

What's unique about the program at Lakefield College School that made you want to enroll your child there?
It was actually an advertisement that came up in my news feed and I clicked on it. When I saw it, I thought, this looks really interesting, unique compared to anything else I'd seen. The fact that he could earn an Ontario secondary school credit while learning about something that seemed really useful and practical was interesting. Of course, I asked him and he thought, “Okay, let's try it,” because his regular summer plans had been canceled.
How was your child's first experience with this camp?
My son has previously gone to overnight camps and thoroughly enjoyed them here in Ontario. But of course, that landscape changed this past two summers [to 2021], so we were looking for something that would keep him busy and mentally occupied, which seemed to be an important theme for everyone this past year. So, there was a broader picture to be gained from this.
Although summer camp is extremely fun—and he still got to do activities like sailing and being outdoors, which is very important to our family—he also got to learn about food accessibility and sustainability, as well as things we didn't even consider, like serving the community.
They actually grew the food that went to feed some attendees of the summer programs, but any excess food they gave to a local food bank that was then able to pass the produce on to people in need. So there were life lessons there for him: to be aware of where food comes from, but also how important it is to give to others.
Was there any changes or noticeable personal growth you saw in your child after their time at the camp?
Absolutely. This is probably one of the largest changes we've seen in him, even beyond just transitioning to high school, I think because it was so hands-on. It literally changed his mindset around where food comes from.
It really sparked a curiosity in him to discover not just where food comes from and how it's grown, but also what that can mean for the future. Now we drive down the highway and he sees a farmer plowing the field, and says, “Oh, plowing is actually not good for the environment, this is why.” And “That soil in that field looks like this.”
As a parent, you think, “Who is this? And how does he know that?” [Laughs] But it also has changed what he's looking at as he's starting to discover what he wants to do with the rest of his life. So, he's actually investigating programs around things like biological engineering and food growth and environmental sustainability. That's a big shift in our household. For one program to impact in such a way both my husband and I are completely thrilled that he had that experience. I believe because it was theoretical but also hands on, it made it very practical and approachable for him.
If you hadn't sent your child to this camp, what's the most important personal growth that they would've missed out on?
I think that if he had not attended this summer program he would not be looking at the world in a broader way. It's not only the picture of how we grow food but how we’re affecting the climate as human beings. That’s not something we talked about as much in our household, although we hear about it in the news.
For him to understand on a local level the impacts that simple acts of growing food can change the climate, that has been a really big shift. I don't think he would be as aware. It became very real-world for him, a big shift.
This has literally changed his life so he now wishes to pursue and learn more and be involved in change in these areas. It's immeasurable. It's beyond any university guidance or a career survey students take in school. Doing this program really has shifted his mindset. It was invaluable.
What does your child say about the camp, either to you or that you may have heard them say to friends or others?
We're still talking about the program and here we are three months later! We recently took a car trip over Thanksgiving weekend and as we were driving, he talked about what was in the field we were passing and what farmers were doing, planting for the next season. I didn't know any of this. That was really interesting. I think it gave him confidence to be a bit of an expert on this and share this knowledge with us as a family.
He talks constantly about lessons he learned from his teacher and from his experience. If I may go into teenage speak, he'll say, “Mom, you really need to think about the cost of that item at this moment in time.” I ask him to expand and he'll explain that cost is not just dollars and cents, but there's a larger impact of any item. I really enjoyed the moment where he reflected and said, “I thought it was just going to be gardening. But I realize now it was so much more than that. I learned so much.”
I really appreciate that. To have a 15-year-old express gratitude over their experience to me is priceless, absolutely priceless.
How can a parent support their child to get the most out of this camp?
You want to have an open mind. You want to allow them to have an open mind, to go in with the attitude of trying new things. From there, their own interests and passions will take them through to what they're going to take away. It is an unknown, and that's also exciting. Embrace that and just enjoy the experience every single day.
Final thoughts?
When we signed him up, we were looking for something to keep him busy, keep his mind busy, be physically busy, and find some enjoyment after two summers of shutdown in our province. What we gained as a family was an interest in food accessibility and sustainability practices. To watch our son be so engaged is beyond anything we thought we were signing up for.
The most interesting piece was the independence that he gained, the ownership as an expert in our family on what's happening in these areas. It continues to spark a passion and interest. It was worth everything as far as the time commitment. We are just so happy.

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00:48 - What's unique about the program at Lakefield College School that made you want to enroll your child there?
01:24 - How was your child's first experience with this camp?
02:43 - Were there any changes or noticeable personal growth you saw in your child after their time at the camp?
04:10 - If you hadn't sent your child to this camp, what's the most important personal growth that they would've missed out on?
05:41 - What does your child say about the camp, either to you or that you may have heard them say to friends or others?
07:32 - How can a parent support their child to get the most out of this camp?
08:05 - Final thoughts?
Verified Reviews of Lakefield College School Summer Programs

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Becky Taylor, Parent

Phoenix participated as a day-camper at LCS summer academy in the summer of 2023. She had an incredible time and made some really great friends and memories. She was thrilled when I was able to regi...
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(4.9)

Ismael Contreras, Parent

My 13 year old daughter embarked in her first international camp last July 2024, for 2 weeks. Independent as she is, she was looking forward to the experience. Prior to camp week, the staff was very h...
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Meet the Staff
Interview with the Director of Lakefield College School Summer Programs
Anna Richardson, Camp director

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What’s your role at Lakefield College School Summer Programs, and what’s involved?
I'm Anna. I'm the Camp Director at LCS Summer Academy. Our camp programs serve campers aged 4 to 18. We have both a junior day camp program and a program for campers aged 11 and up, which includes overnight options. That older program includes credit course options. I oversee both sides of our programming.
Our camp offers a unique blend of traditional camp activities and academic or credit course options. We welcome local children from the community who use our facilities through the day camp, as well as students from across Ontario and internationally who come to experience our school and the academic side of our programming.
What’s unique about the camp?
The most unique part of our facility is that we have a farm as part of our campus. We offer what you would expect from traditional summer camp programming—like a waterfront and climbing—but we also have a farm where we grow produce.
All of our campers and students get the opportunity to visit the farm as often as they like by signing up for farm activities. We make the commitment that everyone visits the farm at least once to see our processes. The farm operates under a sustainable agricultural framework. We focus on sustainability in green industries and how we can support food insecurity in our local area.
Much of the produce we generate at the farm is donated to local food banks, while the rest is used in our campus kitchens. Campers get to eat the food they've helped grow, which is a really cool and unique experience. All ages enjoy it in different ways—whether it’s four-year-olds harvesting raspberries (and eating most of them) or older campers planting and seeing the food cycle firsthand.
What type of child is successful at your camp?
Campers who are curious will thrive here because there are so many opportunities to explore new things. Campers who love the outdoors will also do well. One of our core values is "outdoors every day." Regardless of which program a camper is enrolled in—even if it’s a grade 10 science course—they’ll spend time outside daily.
Outdoor time might be part of their formal academic learning or their afternoon camp activities, but we expect campers to embrace nature, even on rainy July days. It’s about appreciating the outdoors in all the environments we experience it.
How do your staff deal with behavioural issues?
We use a variety of methods depending on the camper. The approach is tailored to each individual. We make a real effort to understand our campers by connecting with families and collecting information about what works well, what their needs are, and what their unique traits might be.
This helps us prepare in advance for scenarios that might be more or less challenging for particular campers. We establish clear expectations and communicate them consistently. Our foundation is built on mutual understanding and shared values.
We take a calm, restorative approach. We walk through situations with the camper, helping them understand how their behavior may not align with the values of our community. We guide them through repairing relationships or making amends when needed, and we help them learn and grow from those experiences during their time with us.
What do campers value about their experience at the camp?
Campers really value our outdoor approach and the uniqueness of our programming. For example, a day camper could go home each day having done something exciting—maybe they went canoeing to Tattle Island to see turtles, climbed for the first time, learned to sail, or spent time on the farm.
We emphasize making every day unique and meaningful for our campers. Each day should give them a new experience that becomes a lifelong memory. Our wide range of exciting activities ensures that no two days are the same at camp.
What message do you have for new campers?
Summer at camp is such an exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and try new things. For campers who may not yet know what their passion or hobby is, coming to a camp like ours offers the chance to explore many different experiences and activities.
Our goal is to help all of our campers find something that excites them—something they can fall in love with. A camper might discover that they love being in the woods and decide to sign up for a Bushcraft program. That kind of discovery is incredibly rewarding for us.
We take great joy in helping campers find their passion and motivation. Over the summers they spend with us, they can dive deeper into what excites them and build on that foundation year after year.

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00:38 - Please introduce yourself and your role at the camp
01:09 - What is unique about the camp?
03:12 - What type of child is successful at your camp?
03:59 - How do your staff deal with behavioural issues?
05:29 - What do campers value about their experience at the camp?
06:21 - What message do you have for new campers?
Director's Message

Welcome to Lakefield College School Summer Academy and Programs!

We are excited to have your child join us this summer. Whether you are joining us for 5-days or 4-weeks, online or in person, overnight or day, credit or enrichment, we are sure to have a summer filled with fun!

With a focus on transformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors, there is really no better place to be then on our campus during the summer months. I find our campus to be a magical place in the summer. There are over 315 acres of natural beauty to explore and our campers have an opportunity to learn, grow, and experience the outdoors - there really is nothing better.

As you prepare for your summer adventure with us, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Summer Programs team with any questions ([email protected]).

Summer is just around the corner. Are you ready? We are!

See you soon.

Anna Richardson

Staff and Counsellors

LCS has the highest standards for our staff, with many of our facilitators being qualified educators and all staff being certified in their area of expertise. Every staff members is First Aid + CPR qualified, with many staff possessing Bronze Cross, National Lifeguarding, Climbing, ORCKA, and Wilderness Certifications. Our staffing team ratios meet or exceed OCA standards for all programs and they complete extensive staff training in risk management, behaviour modification, equity and diversity, and facilitation techniques.

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Location & Operations
Address

Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29, Lakefield, Ontario, K0L 2H0
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Operation

Lakefield College School Summer Programs is operated by the school Lakefield College School.
Property Details

Sports facilities

Baseball Diamond
Basketball Court
Climbing Wall
Gymnasium
Rope Course
Running Track
Soccer Field
Tennis Court(s)
Weight Room

Landscape

Beach
Forested Area
Lake/Pond/River
Nature Trails
Open Field

More details about property: We have two campuses that have a total of 315 acres of property with approximately 2km of shoreline on Lake Katchewanooka, and an educational regenerative farm.
Accommodations

Sleeping Accommodations

Dorm or Building
Tents

Amenities

Electricity in Sleeping Area
Shower in Sleeping Area
Toilet in Sleeping Area

Washrooms Facilities

Flush Toilets
Outhouses
Showers (indoor)

More details about accommodations: Lakefield College School's state of the art facilities feature Air Conditioning to keep campers cool and comfortable in the hot summer weather. Our overnight campers will enjoy breakfast in their residences or dining hall, lunch and dinner in the Winder Smith Dining Hall, which is serviced by the exceptional Aramark staff. Our day students will join us for a delicious lunch. There is always a variety of hot and cold options for meals, including a cereal bar, a salad bar, and sandwich items. Hot entrees range from classic Canadian dishes to world cuisine, and there’s always something delicious for everyone. Some of our programs have overnight canoeing trips where students will stay in a tent and use outdoor washroom facilities. Our overnight campers will enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Winder Smith Dining Hall, which is serviced by the exceptional Aramark staff. Our day students will join us for a delicious lunch. There is always a variety of hot and cold options for meals, including a cereal bar, a salad bar, and sandwich items. Hot entrees range from classic Canadian dishes to world cuisine, and there’s always something delicious for everyone.

Are meals provided? Yes.

Is Lakefield College School Summer Programs technology free? LCS will provide guidelines for mobile phone and/or computer use. At certain times (e.g., during class, when on camping trips, after lights out, during meals, or during morning gatherings), campers will not be permitted to have access to their phones. All academic credit courses require students to bring a laptop computer with them to the program. To encourage healthy sleeping habits, all LCS Summer Academy and Program campers are required to turn in their technology to the residential staff on duty prior to lights out. In case of an emergency and/or if you need to get a hold of your child, we will provide our emergency phone number closer to the program start.
Rentals & Services

Available for private rentals: Yes
If not in use by our programs at LCS, we do periodically rent our facilities. Please contact the Director, Summer Academy & Ancillary Programs at 705.652.3324 ext. 379 or email ([email protected]) for inquiries or more information.
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Lakefield College School Summer Programs

Overview

Here's what makes Lakefield College School Summer Programs stand out

Programs, Rates & Dates

Programs and Sessions Calendar

Registration Details

Financial Aid & Payment Details

Reviews & Insider Perspectives

The Our Kids review of Lakefield College School Summer Programs

Video interviews with parents, campers, and alum

Felicia Neil, Parent

What's unique about the program at Lakefield College School that made you want to enroll your child there?

How was your child's first experience with this camp?

Was there any changes or noticeable personal growth you saw in your child after their time at the camp?

If you hadn't sent your child to this camp, what's the most important personal growth that they would've missed out on?

What does your child say about the camp, either to you or that you may have heard them say to friends or others?

How can a parent support their child to get the most out of this camp?

Final thoughts?

Verified Reviews of Lakefield College School Summer Programs

(5)

Becky Taylor, Parent

(4.9)

Ismael Contreras, Parent

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Meet the Staff

Interview with the Director of Lakefield College School Summer Programs

Anna Richardson, Camp director

What’s your role at Lakefield College School Summer Programs, and what’s involved?

What’s unique about the camp?

What type of child is successful at your camp?

How do your staff deal with behavioural issues?

What do campers value about their experience at the camp?

What message do you have for new campers?

Director's Message

Staff and Counsellors

Location & Operations

Address

Operation

Property Details

Accommodations

Rentals & Services

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