For our youngest students, the Preprimary Summer Program extends learning opportunities beyond the school year. Over the summer, children ages 2 and 3 years old continue to build practical life skills, develop healthy self-esteem, nurture relationships and communication, and foster steps toward independence.
- Current students who are enrolled in preprimary for the 2024–2025 school year should register for this program.
- Please review our FAQs below to learn about the similarities and differences between the summer program and the regular academic year program.
A summer of learning and discovery for current and incoming Preprimary students
2025 Preprimary Summer Program Dates
| TNCS 2025 Summer Schedule | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk 1 | Wk 2* | Wk 3 | Wk 4* | Wk 5 | Wk 6 | Wk 7 | Wk 8 | Wk 9 | Wk 10 |
| 6/9–6/13 | 6/16–6/20 | 6/23–6/27 | 6/30–7/3 | 7/7–7/11 | 7/14–7/18 | 7/21–7/25 | 7/28–8/1 | 8/4–8/8 | 8/11–8/15 |
*4-day week: Week 2—No camp on Thursday, June 19, 2025
*4-day week: Week 4—No camp on Friday, July 4, 2025
Registration: Registration and payments are made through CampDoc, TNCS’s summer registration platform. This program is restricted to current and incoming TNCS students. Current students who are enrolled in preprimary for the 2024–2025 school year should register for this program. Incoming students who are joining preprimary for the 2025–2026 school year are also welcome to register.
Tuition: Preprimary Summer Program—$425/wk; 4-day weeks prorated
Program Hours: 8:45 am—3:30 pm
Add-On Options: Before Care from 7:30 am—$40/wk; After Care until 5:00 pm—$60/wk; After Care until 6:00 pm—$70/wk; Lunch—$40/wk; Diapering—$15/wk
Available Discounts: Discounts apply to tuition only
- Preschool “10 Week” Discount: Register for all 10 weeks, and get one week free.
- Early Bird: Register before March 25, 2025 and save $25/week.
My child is three years old. Should I register for preprimary or primary?
If your child is currently in the Preprimary Program at TNCS for the 2024–2025 school year, you should register for the Preprimary Summer Program. Even if you anticipate that your child will transition to a primary classroom in the fall, the Preprimary Summer Program is a better fit based on their current level of experience at TNCS.
Who is eligible to attend?
The Preprimary Summer Program is restricted to current and incoming TNCS students who are at least two years old by the first day of their first session.
What is the student:teacher ratio?
Each classroom has a student/teacher ratio of 6:1.
Is there nap time?
Yes, the overall schedule is very similar to the academic year schedule. Please review Info for Registered Campers for what to bring.
What if my child wears diapers?
There is a mandatory diapering fee for students who do not continuously wear cloth underwear that includes eco-friendly diapers and wipes. Toilet training support is provided in this program.
Are snacks provided?
Yes, snacks are provided as part of this program. You may also register for lunch for an additional fee.
How does language learning work during the summer months?
In the summer program, students will have language exposure to English, Spanish, and Chinese instead of full immersion in one language.
Will my child have the same teachers as during the school year?
Lead teachers in our preschool program typically take a break during the summer months—often to participate in continuing education training and related activities—resulting in some differences in staff. We prioritize continuity by keeping familiar faces in the classroom and maintaining consistent routines to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for your child.
Will the same students be in my child's class?
Class compositions may vary by week throughout the summer, depending on families’ plans. Incoming preprimary students are also eligible to enroll. However, many students from the school year attend a majority of weeks, providing a mix of familiar faces and new friends. We foster a welcoming and inclusive environment to help all students feel comfortable and build positive connections.
Can I register for a partial week or half-days?
Each session is one-week long and students must register for full week sessions. While there is no half-day option on CampDoc, if your child typically attends half-days and you wish to continue on a half-day schedule for summer, please contact us to modify your registration.
Where can I get more info on what to expect?
Please review the page Info for Registered Campers.
How do I register?
Register on CampDoc.
Admissions
The Preprimary Summer Program is restricted to current and incoming TNCS students. Learn more about admission to The New Century School.
Toilet Readiness
Diapering and/or toilet-training support are offered in this program. There is a mandatory diapering fee for students in diapers, and eco-friendly diapers and wipes are provided as part of the fee.