The Northwest School Summer Camp is held at The Northwest School campus at 1415 Summit Ave. in Seattle.

We provide a fresh, nutritious lunch prepared on-site daily in a nut-free facility, served in our dining hall. The daily menu will include vegetarian and gluten-free and dairy-free options. If your camper has any dietary needs, please contact the Summer Camp Office so that we can notify the kitchen.

If your child is going to be late or has a planned absence, please inform the Summer Camp Office at 206-816-6070. Campers arriving after 9 a.m. must check in with the Summer Camp Office before proceeding to their class.

Parents/guardians who pick up children after doors close at 4:30 p.m. will be charged $1 per minute. We will call you if your camper is not present and we have not received notice.

Many classes will include off-site field trips; this is another reason it’s important to arrive to camp on time. We will provide transportation from and back to the school. If you need to pick up your camper early for any reason, please make sure their class will not be on a field trip during that time.

Half-day morning campers must sign out in the Summer Camp Office before departing for the day; Half-day afternoon campers must sign in prior to attending their Block 3 class. Any half-day camper is welcome to join us for lunch at no extra cost.

The Northwest School is unable to insure personal property, including equipment used in classes, such as digital cameras. Campers, faculty and guests agree to absolve The Northwest School of all responsibility for theft, loss or any damage to their personal property.

Campers are expected to contribute to a healthy and collaborative atmosphere of respect for themselves, others and the environment. Campers who display aggressive or disruptive behavior, or leave campus without permission, will be dismissed for the day. Return to camp will be based on a discussion with the camper and parent or guardian. No refunds are offered for campers removed from camp due to behavior; parents or guardians are responsible for any travel charges incurred by dismissal from the program.

No. Our summer camp program is considered a recreational activity so international campers do NOT need a student visa and we do not issue I-20s. If you are a citizen of a country NOT on the visa waiver list, you will need a tourist visa to enter the United States. Please contact your local U.S. consulate or embassy for information on how to apply for a tourist visa. Begin this process as soon as possible, as waiting lists for appointments may be long and get longer closer to summer.

All campers are required to have medical insurance. We offer short-term medical insurance for an additional fee for international day campers. The cost is included in the fees for campers who are boarding.

• One session (two weeks): $65
• Two sessions (four weeks): $90
• Three sessions (six weeks): $115

The Northwest School is committed to keeping our community as safe as possible from Covid-19. We follow recommendations and scientific protocols set by local, state and national health experts. Some of the protocols we are prepared to enforce include:

• Vaccination requirements for all campers and faculty
• Surveillance testing
• Masks
• Physical distancing
• Increased hygiene practices and cleaning
• Increased ventilation in indoor spaces

If international campers are unable to attend camp due to a change in travel or quarantine recommendations, a full refund (minus the deposit) will be available.