Day Camps for Ages 9-11 in New York, NY
If your tween is ready for a day experience this season, New York has 20 listings worth a closer look. Every program on this page enrolls campers in the 9-11 year-old range. Most run during summer and year-round, though several offer flexible enrollment windows. Popular focus areas in this band include Stem, Arts, and Sports. These are primarily day camps — drop-off in the morning, pickup before dinner. Tap into each listing for cost, schedule, and how to register.
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Camp Broadway
New York, NY
Develop your character at Broadway's "original" Musical theater camp. Camp programs currently include Shining Stars age 7 - 9, Mainstage age 10 - 17 and Ensemble. Camp locations NY, Tempe, Las Vegas & worldwide.
5.0 stars · 15 reviews
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Camp Experts
New York, NY
Choosing the right camp is tough—too many worries, not enough answers. We've got you.
5.0 stars · 3 reviews
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Dwight Summer Day Camp
New York, NY
Dwight is a coed summer day camp for children 4-12, offering a fun mix of sports; creative, performing, and digital arts; and specialty programs to choose from for one to eight weeks.
5.0 stars · 2 reviews
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Ramapo Anchorage Camp
New York, NY
Ramapo for Children believes that all young people want the same things: to learn, to feel valued for who they are, and to experience success.
5.0 stars · 1 reviews
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Nory Hq
New York, NY
Premier STEM camp for kids 3–12. Summer, holiday, and afterschool programs fueling creativity and innovation in NYC, Boston, and the Bay Area.
4.9 stars · 98 reviews
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Writopia Lab
New York, NY
Writopia Lab offers creative writing instruction for young writers in New York through small group classes and workshops. Students develop storytelling skills while building confidence in a supportive community environment.
4.8 stars · 24 reviews
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Camp SAY
New York, NY
Camp SAY is a two-week, sleep-away summer camp for young people who stutter, ages 8-18. Camp SAY is hosted at Camp Tel Yehudah, an idyllic camp with 75 years of history, located on 150 beautiful wooded acres on the banks of the Delaware River in Barryville, New York. Camp SAY is a program of SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides support, advocacy, and life-changing programming for kids & teens who stutter.
4.8 stars · 5 reviews
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Legacy Summer Camps
New York, NY
Legacy Summer Camp in Harlem and Queens provides quality affordable summer camp programs and Special Needs Camps for children in grades PreK- 6th.
4.6 stars · 48 reviews
Nonprofit
Fresh Air Fund
New York, NY
The Fresh Air Fund is a non-profit that provides summer camp adventures for underserved communities in New York City. Learn more, donate or volunteer!
4.5 stars · 139 reviews
Nonprofit
Ramapo for Children
New York, NY
Ramapo for Children believes that all young people want the same things: to learn, to feel valued for who they are, and to experience success.
4.3 stars · 20 reviews
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Oasis Day Camp in Central Park
New York, NY
Oasis Day Camp offers outdoor play, games, and activities right in Central Park throughout the summer. Kids spend their days exploring nature, making friends, and staying active in one of New York's most iconic spaces.
4.1 stars · 38 reviews
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Oasis Day Camp
New York, NY
Oasis Day Camp offers day camps programming in New York, NY. Families can compare activities, schedule, and fit for their child's summer.
4.0 stars · 1 reviews
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Capitol Debate New York
New York, NY
Capitol Debate hosts Public Speaking and Debate camps for middle and high school students. We offer summer camps and year round classes in debate, public speaking, leadership, confidence, STEM Communication, Persuasion and business communication.
3.6 stars · 5 reviews
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Lavner Summer Camps
New York, NY
Lavner's Manhattan day camp offers kids creative arts, sports, and STEM activities in the heart of New York City. Full-day and half-day options keep your schedule flexible while they learn and play.
2.8 stars · 14 reviews
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Camp Pennbrook Inc
New York, NY
The premiere & exclusive girl's summer weight loss camp for kids and teenagers! Learn more & register now online before the summer! Or call us 800-442-7366.
2.0 stars · 4 reviews
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iCAMP UWS - STEAM Summer Camp
New York, NY
iCAMP's STEAM summer camp in multiple locations in NYC offers a fun and creative experience for your child. Learn more about our upcoming NYC summer camps!
Youth Activities
Play
New York, NY
CityParks Play's instruction keeps more than 7,100 children ages 6 - 17 healthy and active in parks while learning sports they can play for life -- tennis,
Youth Activities
Sports Camp
New York, NY
Kids build skills in multiple sports at this New York day camp with experienced coaches. Half-day and full-day options let families choose what works best.
Preschool
Nord Anglia International School, New York
New York, NY
Nord Anglia's New York preschool day camp combines structured learning with play-based exploration for young learners. Your child develops social skills, creativity, and confidence in a supportive environment.
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Hewitt Co-Ed Summer Camp
New York, NY
The Hewitt School's summer camp is a co-ed day camp in NYC that offers fun, hands-on learning for students in kindergarten through eighth grade.
Frequently asked
- How many day camps accept tweens in New York, NY?
- YouthCampsBase tracks 20 day camps in New York that enroll campers ages 9-11. The full list is shown above, ranked by parent rating and review depth.
- Are these day camps or overnight camps?
- These are primarily day camps — drop-off in the morning, pickup in the afternoon.
- When do day camps for tweens in New York run?
- Most camps in New York run during summer break, with shorter sessions during spring and winter school breaks. Check each listing for exact dates — many post their session calendar before March.
- How do I shortlist the right camp for my 9-to-11-year-old?
- Start with the top-rated listings on this page, then click through for full descriptions, photos, and contact info. We recommend reaching out 4-8 weeks before your preferred session — the most popular programs in New York fill early.
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