THE NEST
SUMMER CAMPS AT ESN
Registration is now open!
Get ready to soar into fun at The Nest Day Camps! We’re welcoming all eager campers ages 4-12 to enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities and engaging learning experiences. Every day is filled with new adventures, friendship building, and learning from our dedicated staff. Look forward to our special WATER DAY every Friday, adding an extra splash of fun to the week's activities.
Expand camps below to learn more and register!
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Welcome to Curiosity Camp! Dive into a week of hands-on exploration and creative discovery. From engaging science experiments to inventive crafts, outdoor play, and teamwork challenges, this week is all about inspiring young minds to ask questions and explore the world around them. Let’s embark on a journey of learning and fun!
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Gear up for an out-of-this-world adventure at Blast-Off Week! Explore the mysteries of space, rocket launches, and cosmic creativity through exciting activities and experiments. Whether you're crafting intergalactic designs or adventuring on campus, this week will leave you dreaming of the stars!
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Get ready for a high-energy week at Fun-O-Rama! Join us for non-stop games, friendly competitions, and laughter-filled challenges. From outdoor adventures to team-building activities, every day is packed with excitement and opportunities to play, explore, and connect.
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Welcome to Wild Explorers Week, where adventure is everywhere! Dive into outdoor escapades, creative crafts, and thrilling challenges that spark curiosity and teamwork. With every step, you'll uncover new ways to explore the wild and wonderful world around you.
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Step into Imaginarium Week, where your creativity knows no bounds! Build, craft, and design extraordinary creations while diving into colorful workshops and imaginative projects. Whether you're painting, sculpting, or dreaming big, this week will leave you inspired and excited to create!
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Calling all builders, creators, and dreamers! Build-A-Palooza Week is all about bringing ideas to life. From cardboard creations to imaginative engineering challenges, you’ll construct, collaborate, and explore in a week filled with hands-on fun and innovation. Let’s build something amazing together.
ABOUT THE NEST SUMMER CAMPS
Please contact our summer camp director, Angel Funk, with any questions!
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The Nest Day Camp: $350 per week (9 AM-3 PM)
10% sibling discounts are available, upon request.
Drop-in service: $150 per day
Before and aftercare: $15 per hour
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All campers should bring their own lunch and 2 snacks unless ordering through our food partner, Chumpy’s Kitchen(we’ll send ordering details to all registrants).
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If you arrive outside the scheduled pick-up and drop-off times, please call this number or walk up to our main entrance doors: 615-928-8611.
Morning Drop-off
Drop-off will take place at the main entrance doors from 8:40-8:55 AM.
Please park and walk up to the school doors to drop your camper off for camp. DO NOT block neighbors’ driveways when you park.
If you arrive after 9:00 AM, all doors will be locked. You must ring the bell at the main entrance to be let in.
Afternoon Pick-Up
Pick-up will take place at the main entrance doors from 2:45-3:00 PM.
Please park and walk up to the school doors to pick your camper up from camp. DO NOT block neighbors’ driveways when you park.
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9 AM - 3 PM
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Open for campers ages 4-12
*4 year old campers must be fully potty trained before camp begins. If a child is not fully potty trained, they will be asked to leave camp with no refund.
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Sunscreen
Lunch AND 2 snacks
Water bottle
Extra change of clothes in a ziplock with their name on it
Any required medications
WATER FRIDAYS: Kids should come dressed in their swimsuit, with a change of clothes and towel in their bag, and sunscreen already applied.
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Before and aftercare are available for any registered camper, at an additional cost
Before care: 7:30-9 AM
Aftercare: 3-5:30 PM
Drop-off and pick-up for before and aftercare will take place at the main entrance doors.
Morning drop-off begins at 7:30 AM
Afternoon pick-up ends at 5:30 PM. Your camper must be picked up no later than 5:30 PM.
Late Fees: Starting at 5:30 PM, if you are not already in line for pick up, you will be charged $1 per minute for the first 5 minutes, then $5 per minute after.
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If The Nest Summer Camp cancels any camps, you’ll receive a full refund for any days missed due to the closure.
The following policy applies to any cancellations that are not due to our closure:
50% refund before April 1 (minus $30 non-refundable registration fee)
No refunds after May 1
If your child is sick or is not allowed entry because of suspected illness, no refunds will be issued
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Customers can transfer, without penalty, to another week of camp in the same summer, up until one month before that camp begins. We will not allow any camp transfers less than a month from the start of the camp.
A TYPICAL DAY AT CAMP
At The Nest Day Camps, each day is thoughtfully structured to provide a balanced mix of learning, creativity, play, and rest. While activities are tailored by age group—Little Birds (PreK–1st), Sparrows (2nd–4th), and Purple Martins (5th–6th)—all campers follow the same general schedule, designed to keep them engaged, active, and happy throughout the day.
Here’s a breakdown of a typical day at camp:
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Campers are greeted by their counselors and jump into fun icebreakers, morning games, and group chats. This helps them settle in, feel connected, and get excited for the day ahead.
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This hour is all about imagination and artistic expression. Campers might paint, craft, build, or dive into a storytelling adventure—activities that help spark creativity and self-expression.
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A quick break to refuel! Campers eat a small snack and enjoy relaxed time chatting or playing with friends before heading into their next activity.
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Campers head outside to explore the natural world, participate in organized games, or take on fun outdoor challenges. Whether it’s a nature scavenger hunt or group relay, this is a time to move and connect with the outdoors.
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Campers gather for lunch and enjoy some downtime afterward. This might include quiet games, reading, or social play to recharge before diving into the afternoon.
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In this session, campers engage in hands-on learning through exciting science experiments, simple engineering tasks, or tech-based projects. It’s all about curiosity, teamwork, and exploring how the world works.
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Time to get moving and express themselves! Campers may dance, act, sing, or play cooperative team games. This session focuses on movement, self-confidence, and creative communication.
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Campers take a final snack break and enjoy some gentle activities to wind down after a full day of play and discovery.
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The day closes with a group circle, where campers reflect on the highlights of their day, celebrate what they’ve learned or accomplished, and get ready for pick-up.