Summer at Oakland
Oakland’s five-week summer camp is well-suited for students who have learning differences, need an academic boost, or an individualized learning plan.
Our program combines an intensive academic program with the joys of traditional summer fun to ensure your child not only stays on track, but also has a leg up when he or she returns to school next fall.
June 22 - July 23
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
program highlights
- Daily 1:1 instruction period 
- Small class sizes 
- Intensive reading instruction 
- Reading, English or phonics, and math 
- Horseback riding 
- Swimming lessons 
- Science and nature 
- Art 
- Archery, soccer, basketball and more 
Who May Apply
- Boys and girls 
- Elementary through tenth-grade students; must be at least 9 years of age to board 
- With average or above-average intelligence 
- With or without learning or attention issues 
- Who would benefit from an academic boost or individualized instruction 
- Oakland is not appropriate for students with severe behavioral or emotional issues 
For students enrolled in the year-round program, summer at Oakland is a required part of the 180-day school year.
A Focused Track for Teens
Get ahead this summer with PSAT prep and an in-depth study of Hamlet! Led by Oakland's accomplished English, History, and Social Studies teacher, Deidra Lovegren, this program—limited to just 10 spots—offers expert guidance in critical reading, writing, and test strategies.Reading Support
Oakland's highly acclaimed early literacy learning strategies support non-readers or students reading significantly behind grade level. The curriculum focuses on decoding and word recognition so children learn basic skills and gain confidence in reading.
2026 Key Dates
Summer Camp Enrollment Deadline: Monday, June 8First Day of Summer Camp: Monday, June 22
Last Day of Summer Camp: Thursday, July 23
Parent Conferences Offered: Friday, July 24
Space is limited! Preference is given to returning students and their siblings. To begin the 2025 Summer Camp application process, contact us at 434.293.9059 or information@oaklandschool.net.
