Registration opens
February 1st at 9am

Registration opens February 1st at 9am

Our summer camps for rising 1st–5th graders are intentionally designed to grow with your child. Whether you’re a budding chess enthusiast or expert entrepreneur, we have just the camp to excite you this summer!

Have an older child? Middle school students are welcome to join our Checkmate Chess camp or Summer Tutoring.

Camp Times & Fees

1st–5th graders are grouped by age, generally in lower & upper elementary groups.

Artists’
Studio
Elementary

Have you seen the Amy Sherald exhibit at SFMOMA? In our Artists’ Studio, campers will learn about amazing artists of the past and present as they create their own masterpieces. Develop your art skills from painting to drawing to mixed media as you gain an appreciation for art history.

Creative
Writing
Elementary

Ready to tap into your imagination and unleash your inner storyteller? This camp offers a variety of age appropriate genres to teach creative writing skills. From short stories and graphic novels to card making and improv games, your budding author will have no shortage of opportunities to experiment and explore.

Design
& Build
Elementary

Do you have an inventor, programmer or engineer on your hands? Come use the design thinking process to build towers, bridges, robots and more. We will use everything from LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential Sets to KEVA planks to push the limits of creativity and engineering.

Spy
School
Elementary

Are you ready for your next top secret mission? Come explore far away destinations and cultures as you master the art of disguise, code-breaking and surveillance. Join the adventure in Italy and test your creativity and mental fitness!

Checkmate
Chess
Elementary
Middle School

Looking to outsmart your opponents on the Chess board? Have a blast while learning and refining the skills and strategies needed to win at chess. Campers will be grouped by skill level, not grade as they learn to think critically, outmaneuver opponents and develop a winning game plan.

Food
Science
Elementary

Ever wonder why chocolate makes you feel happy or how bubbling sourdough starter turns into delicious bread? This camp combines culinary creativity with exploring the physical and chemical processes of food and nutrition. Grab your lab coat or your apron, Food Science is sure to stimulate your taste buds and brain.

Lemonade
Stand
Elementary

Do you wonder what it takes to start a business? Or maybe you already have a business that you are ready to grow? From the fundamentals of running a successful company to more advanced concepts like marketing and branding, there is a Lemonade Stand class that is right for you.

Math
Meets
Elementary

In Math Meets, everyone crosses the finish line at their own pace. Similar to track and field, there are math events with hurdles for varying levels. You'll work with a team and a coach to tackle grade appropriate math problems. This is a great opportunity to spiral through key concepts in preparation for next year.

Camp Themes

Morning Camps: Rising 1st–5th Grade Afternoon Camps: Rising 1st–8th Grade†
Week 1:
6/9 – 6/13

Creative Writing

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
Week 2:
6/16 – 6/20

Lemonade Stand

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
Week 3:
6/23 – 6/27

Artists’ Studio

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
Week 4:
6/30 – 7/3*

Creative Writing

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
Week 5:
7/7 – 7/11

Lemonade Stand

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
Week 6:
7/14 – 7/18

Food Science

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
Week 7:
7/21 – 7/25

Spy School Italy

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
Week 8:
7/28 – 8/1

Creative Writing

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
Week 9:
8/4 – 8/8

Math Meets

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
Week 10:
8/11 – 8/15

Design & Build

 Register: Morning

Checkmate Chess

 Register: Afternoon Full Day
  • Week 4 will omit Friday, July 4 in observation of Independence Day.
  • Middle schoolers are welcome to join our Checkmate Chess camps at the same rate as an elementary half-day session. Chess players are grouped by level or skill and not by grade.

Camp Schedule

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Coordinate summer activities for your child & their friends with our handy organizer →

Coordinate summer activities for your child & their friends with our handy organizer →

Coordinate summer activities for your child & their friends with our handy organizer →

Grupology offers small group tutoring in math, reading and writing for 1st–8th graders. Individual attention is given to each student in a shared learning environment.

Elementary (Rising 1st–5th): Five sessions for $350

Middle School (Rising 6th–8th): Five sessions for $400

  • Sessions are 55 minutes long and may be used one at a time or consecutively
  • Available Monday through Friday from 1:15–5:30pm
  • Valid June 2–August 15
  • In-person at Grupology HQ
  • Limited spots available daily
  • Book early to secure your preferred schedule

Summer Tutoring Packages

FAQ & Policies

    • No! Content and curriculum are intentionally differentiated for campers based on their age and experience. We meet children where they are to keep them engaged, excited and challenged.

    • We serve rising 1st–5th graders.

    • Campers are grouped by age, generally in lower and upper elementary groups.

    • Middle school students are welcome to join our Checkmate Chess camp or summer tutoring. Chess players are grouped by level or skill and not by grade.

    • Reusable water bottle labeled with your camper’s name

    • Nut-free lunch for campers registered for Full-Day

    • Elementary campers registered for all day should pack a nut-free lunch. Grupology camp counselors will walk them to the lawn at Burlingame City Hall where they will be supervised for their lunch break.

    • Full refund less a $25 admin fee per transaction until 4/30/25.

    • Full credit applied towards future Grupology services after 4/30/25. Credit expires 12/31/25.

    • Transfers to a different camp (such as morning to afternoon or another week) pending availability will incur a $25 admin fee per change.

Summer Camps:

    • Yes! Grupology will provide grade and ability appropriate learning materials for math, reading and writing based on the student intake form.

    • At check out, parents will complete an intake form so our tutors can best serve each learner.

    • At check out, please submit your day and time preferences and we’ll confirm your schedule. Sessions begin at 1:15pm, 2:15pm, 3:15pm, 4:15pm and 4:30pm and are 55 minutes long.

    • We staff our team appropriately for each session and are committed to maintaining a low student to tutor ratio. Limited spots available daily. Book early to secure your preferred schedule.

    • No refunds. Reschedule with at least 72 hours notice via email to info@grupology.com. All summer tutoring package sessions must be used by August 15, 2025.

Summer Tutoring Packages:

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    • We are located at 1419 Chapin Ave, Suite 101 in Burlingame.

    • There is metered Public Parking Lot B-1 by Fidelity and metered street parking on Chapin Ave.

    • Please do not park in our side entrance area to keep the space clear for the children.

    • Do NOT park in our neighbors’ parking spots, including the BevMo and Coldwell Banker lots as your car may be towed.

    • Please drop off no earlier than 10 minutes before your camp or tutoring session begins and pick up your child within 10 minutes of class end time.

    • Pick up after the allotted time window may incur a charge for an additional class.

    • Please do not drop off your child at Grupology if they are not feeling well.

    • You will be contacted to come pick up your child if they are symptomatic and/or not feeling well.

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