All Age Groups

Summer Programs at Creative Kids Academy

Summer is meant for exploring, playing, and trying new things. From sensory play and outdoor exploration to field trips and new adventures, we create memorable summer experiences designed for every age and stage.

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Field Trips & In-House VisitorsNew adventures throughout the summer.
One Summer. One Place.Full day care, meals, activities & fun included.
Real-Time UpdatesPhotos and memories from their summer days.
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Our Approach

Summer Fun at Every Age

Warm-weather days built around play, discovery, and time outside.

Summer Fun for Infants, Toddlers & Preschoolers

A little more sunshine, play, and adventure.

Summer brings extra fun to our regular classroom routines, with seasonal activities, outdoor exploration, special events and experiences designed for each age and stage.

  • Water play and outdoor adventures
  • Creative art, sensory, and crafts
  • Hands-on science experiments and exploration
  • Music and movement
  • Special visitors and surprise guests
  • Nature exploration and seasonal fun

School-Age Summer Program

When school is out, the adventure begins!

For children entering kindergarten through age 12, summer means more freedom to explore, get outside, spend time with friends, and try something new.

  • Parks, playgrounds, and outdoor adventures
  • Educational and recreational field trips
  • Games, sports, creative projects, and team challenges
  • On-site special events and visiting programs

School-age summer programming is offered at Coon Rapids, Elk River, Elk River on 10, Lexington, Maple Grove, and Mounds View locations. Activities, schedules, and field trips vary by location.

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Everyday Moments from our Summer Program

Little ones enjoying the water tableBounce house fun at CKASchool-age kids at a glow trampoline parkChildren meeting a visiting cow at CKA

What Makes Summer at CKA So Special?

More time outside. New experiences to look forward to. And plenty of time to just have fun. No matter their age, children spend summer at CKA surrounded by caring teachers, friends, and opportunities to make the most of the season.

  • Caring, experienced teachers
  • Small group sizes & low child-to-staff ratios
  • Plenty of outdoor play & active fun
  • Hands-on activities and new experiences
  • Meals & snacks included
  • Friends, fun & summer memories
CKA kids dressed as superheroes for a summer theme day
In Their Words

What Parents Love About Our Summer Programs

Our kids have loved the weekly summer events and visitors — it makes it really exciting to read the calendar each week!

— Julia, CKA Centerville Parent

We love the summer fun — the bounce houses and extra activities. The kids get so excited for all of it.

— CKA Orono Family

The theme days — camping day, water days, bounce-house days, police and firefighter days — are so fun.

— Katie, CKA Coon Rapids Parent

The environment is fun and engaging — water days, bounce house, and so much more. Our kids loved going every day to see their friends and teachers.

— Greg L., CKA Minnetonka Parent

Ready for a Summer of Fun?

Make this a summer they’ll look forward to.

From outdoor play and special activities to new friends and big adventures, there’s plenty to love about summer at CKA. Contact your preferred location to learn about availability, schedules, and summer programming.

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A teacher and a mud-covered preschooler laughing together during summer outdoor play at Creative Kids Academy

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