Summer At The Academy 2026 Registration is Open

Posted April 9, 2026

Summer 2026 Runs June 1 Through July 24

For 38 years, Summer At The Academy has been one of the most respected enrichment programs of its kind in the region, welcoming hundreds of girls and boys from across South Texas and beyond. What began as a seasonal offering has become a tradition: eight weeks of purposeful learning, joyful discovery, and the kind of summer children remember long after they pack up their backpacks and head back to school.

The 2026 Summer Catalog is available, and families may register for courses online.

For parents who want more than idle hours and screen time, Summer At The Academy offers something different. It is a summer intentionally designed to keep your child creating, exploring, and learning, all while having fun.

A Campus Designed for Exploration

Located just north of downtown at 117 East French Place, between Main Avenue and McCullough at the gateway to the Monte Vista Historic District, San Antonio Academy’s tree-shaded, seven-acre campus provides an ideal setting for summer discovery. Boys and girls move between bright classrooms and open green spaces, balancing focused study with outdoor activity in a safe, structured environment.

Course offerings span science, language arts, technology, mathematics, crafts, cooking, fine arts, performance, and much more. The breadth is intentional. Summer should stretch a child’s imagination.

This year’s catalog delivers.

A Diverse Array of More Than 250 Classes

Summer At The Academy offers something for every camper. Our program includes a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including:

• Literacy and math skill development
• STEM and technology exploration
• Strategy-based games and critical thinking
• Visual arts and creative expression
• Imaginative play and storytelling
• Athletics, fitness, and skill development
• Leadership, teamwork, and character growth
• Culinary experiences and practical learning
• Animal care and discovery
• Local excursions and supervised activities

Each course is age-appropriate and led by experienced instructors who foster a structured, supportive environment.

Explore the full course catalog at www.sa-academy.org/summer.

Flexible, Safe, and Family-Friendly

At Summer At The Academy, parents can register their children for morning enrichment courses only, which run from 9:00 to 11:30 AM; afternoon enrichment courses only, which run from 12:30 to 3:00 PM; or the full-day Kids' Place program.

For working parents, the Kids’ Place program provides supervised care for boys and girls ages 4 to 14 who are enrolled in both morning and afternoon enrichment classes.

Full-Day Kids’ Place includes:

• Morning care from 7:30 to 9:00 AM (care before enrichment classes begin)
• Hot lunch from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM (a hot meal and mid-day care between morning and afternoon enrichment classes)
• Afternoon care from 3:00 to 6:00 PM (care after enrichment classes end)

Kids’ Place is structured, creative, and thoughtfully supervised, offering families flexibility without sacrificing quality.

Happy Summer Families

Here's what some of our summer families had to say: 

"My kids love going to The Academy for summer classes. I like that the class sizes seem to be smaller so there’s more attention and it’s a real learning experience. I love being able to see how many kids are allowed in each class in the class description."

"Overall the counselors and staff were extremely friendly and provided a safe and fun environment. I will definitely sign our daughter up for camps again next summer and have told many of my friends about SAA Camp."

"This was a lovely camp and my kids were happy and joyful at pickup every day! Thank you for putting together a quality camp option for families in San Antonio."

"My children loved their classes! It was a safe, fun, learning opportunity for them both. It was fun for them to meet new friends and learn in a new environment. We hope to be back next year."

"Absolutely love the camps!!! This is our third year and we will be back next year!"
 

Register Early—Classes Fill Quickly!

The 2026 Summer Catalog is posted online at www.sa-academy.org/summer, giving families the opportunity to review options and thoughtfully select courses. Online registration is open through Summer At The Academy’s online registration platform — UltraCamp.

Some classes fill quickly. Many families make Summer At The Academy part of their annual rhythm.

Summer should be more than a break. It should be a season of growth, discovery, and lasting friendships, lived out beneath oak trees, in classrooms filled with laughter, and in moments that quietly build confidence for the year ahead.

We look forward to welcoming your family this summer.
 

Watch Video Highlights From Last Summer's Sessions