Camp Galileo · Arlington Heights camp guide

Camp Galileo · Arlington Heights

A project-based STEAM day camp with outdoor play and age-grouped creative challenges.

Rising K–8

Earlier-year details below are a planning reference, not confirmed information for the coming summer. Dates, prices and age ranges may change. We’ll update this guide as new information is published. Check the camp’s current details and available places before booking.

Ages & grades

Rising K–8. Groups: K–1, 2–3, 4–5 and 6–8. Use this campus’s grade limits; broader brand copy mentions older children.

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Location

Our Lady of the Wayside School, 432 South Mitchell Avenue, Arlington Heights.

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Hours & extended care

9am–3pm. Optional care: 8–9am and 3–6pm.

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Dates & session length

June 15–July 31, 2026; weekly enrollment. Some holiday weeks have four days.

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Price

Five-day week: K–1 $540; grades 2–8 $520. Care: $45 morning, $90 afternoon, $110 both per week. Custom Go-Karts adds $100 materials.

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What kids will do

Science, engineering and art projects alternate with outdoor games. Younger children make shorter projects; middle-school campers develop a project across the week.

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More practical details

Food & what to bring

Pack nut-free lunch, snacks, water and sun protection; add an afternoon snack for extended care.

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Going with a friend

Campers are grouped by rising grade. The page mentions priority friend placement with early enrollment; verify arrangements before coordinating.

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Pickup

Maintain an authorized pickup list. Notify staff as well as updating the account for late changes.

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Sources and last checked

Last checked 2026-09-23.

Arlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide

2026 reference details · 2027 banner does not confirm these rates or dates · 2026 campus-specific grades

Ages & grades2026 location guide; page also advertises 2027 enrollmentArlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide
Location2026 location guide; page also advertises 2027 enrollmentArlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide
Hours & extended care2026 location guide; page also advertises 2027 enrollmentArlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide
Dates & session length2026 location guide; page also advertises 2027 enrollmentArlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide
Price2026 location guide; page also advertises 2027 enrollmentArlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide
Food & what to bring2026 location guide; page also advertises 2027 enrollmentArlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide
What kids will do2026 location guide; page also advertises 2027 enrollmentArlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide
Going with a friend2026 location guide; page also advertises 2027 enrollmentArlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide
Pickup2026 location guide; page also advertises 2027 enrollmentArlington Heights schedule, prices and enrolled-family guide

Questions to ask the camp

  • 2027 location-specific calendar, prices, projects and available places.
  • Complete cancellation/transfer terms, holiday pricing, transportation and individual support arrangements.
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