From Camp Shamrock to our Counselor in Training program, Saint Patrick Academy provides a variety of options to students of all ages! Most programs are open to the public. Through our programming, we strive to create an environment for students to grow in their faith, explore new opportunities, and make new friends.
Join us this summer for fun, friendship and community! If you have any questions regarding our summer programs, please contact our Director of Student Activities at studentactivities@saintpatrickacademy.org.
Saint Patrick Academy offers six weeks of day camp. The daily schedule includes arts and crafts, academic projects/games, field games, STEAM experiences, Bible stories, and themed activities.
Our Day Camp is open to the public.
Grade Levels: Entering 1st – 6th
Come ready to get wet! Get ready for a week of water themed crafts and activities. Summer is hot, but a series of fun water games and challenges will help keep you cool, all while practicing the virtue of forgiveness and learning stories from the Bible.
Please note that all 1st-2nd grade registrants will spend the morning with Snapology’s STEM program and then join Camp Shamrock in the afternoon.
Come ready to let your creativity shine! This short 3-day week will give every camper the opportunity to create and enjoy the arts while practicing the virtue of peace and learning Bible stories.
Please note that Campers will take a field trip to Snapology in Dover this week!
Are you ready for a grand adventure this summer? Campers will compete in challenges while hearing stories from the Scriptures and focusing on defining and living out the virtue of humility!
Please note that all 3rd-6th grade registrants will spend the morning with Snapology’s STEM program and then join Camp Shamrock in the afternoon.
Come join us as we hear about fortitude and stories from the Bible, and look for ways to apply it in our lives and at camp, while enjoying nature and wilderness themed activities!
Please note that all 1st-2nd grade registrants will spend the morning with Snapology’s STEM program and then join Camp Shamrock in the afternoon.
Life is full of MYSTERY, and it takes FAITH in Christ to live our lives well. We hope that you join us as campers become sleuths and figure out mysteries throughout the week!
Please note that all 3rd-6th grade registrants will spend the morning with Snapology’s STEM program and then join Camp Shamrock in the afternoon.
This week we will focus each day on one of the summer’s weekly themes and virtues. Campers will have a day focused on the “Arts/Peace,” one dedicated to “Wilderness Adventures/Fortitude,” another day we will look at “Summer Olympics/Humility,” and another we will focus on “Mysteries/Faith.” Our final day of the week and camp will be a water theme, and we will send your kiddos home soaked and happy!
This program is designed with our preschool students in mind. Students entering Pre-K4 and Kindergarten are invited to join us for one session or for all of them! Little Shamrocks is structured like our school year with an afternoon nap, outdoor play, arts & crafts, Bible stories, developmental games, and more. Little Shamrocks will also follow the themes, virtues, and Bible stories that will animate Camp Shamrock.
This program is open to Saint Patrick Academy families only.
Session #6 will include STEM run by Snapology in the mornings.
ALL Little Shamrock’s MUST be potty trained. PreK-3 student participation will be decided on a case by case basis. If you would like your PreK-3 child considered, email Mrs. Mandsager at pmandsager@saintpatrickacademy.org.
Ages: Rising 9th Graders
Session Dates:
This program is open to the public.
Fee: $350 for Training Session
Hours for Training Session: 8:30-3:00
Students will participate in a week of training to help prepare them to care for campers and be a help to the camp counselors and directors. This program is designed to provide leadership training to future camp counselors. The Counselor in Training program includes: community building, training sessions, and opportunities to plan and facilitate activities for younger campers.
No Cost
Hours for Practical Training: 7:45-3:00
After completing 1 full week of training, each CIT will sign up for 3 (or more) weeks of camp to help facilitate Little Shamrocks and the younger children at Camp Shamrock (1st – 2nd graders). This is an amazing opportunity to practice your training and serve under the careful supervision of experienced camp counselors. CIT’s can choose any 3 of the 6 weeks of camp to serve.
Hours for PAID Internship: 8:30-3:00
Once a CIT completes the 4 weeks (1 week of training plus the 3 weeks practical training), they are eligible to sign up as PAID CITs for our 2 week Babysitting Club (August 14-29). For the students that participated in the CIT Program in 2023, you will be eligible for a higher pay rate.
Ages: Rising PreK-4 – Rising 6th Grade
Session Dates: June 17 – June 21
Hours: 8:30am – 12:00pm
Fee: $150 for the week
Ease into summer with our Morning Club program! Drop off your students for a morning of sports, crafts, games, and time with friends!
Campers must bring a snack, water bottle and lunch.
This Camp is open to the public.
This program is designed to provide childcare for the day. Drop off your students for a supervised week with friends!
This program is open to the public.
Ages: Rising PreK-4 – Rising 7th Grade
Hours: 8:30am – 3:00pm
Fee: $325 for the week
Hours: 8:30am – 3:00pm
Fee: $280 for the week
This program is for families looking to supplement the summer months with academic studies. The Back to School Boot Camp is perfect for additional practice, skill review, and preparation for the coming school year.
Students will engage in project-based learning that is designed to sharpen their skills and prevent the summer slide. Our staff is made up of Saint Patrick Academy teachers and Seacoast Literacy specialists. To maximize benefits, students should attend all six sessions.
Campers will be grouped by rising grade levels. Campers may opt to extend their day by attending Day Camp in the afternoon for an additional cost.
This program is open to the public.
Grade Levels: Entering 1st – 6th
Join us for a week of robotics challenges and hands-on learning!
This program is open to the public.
Grade Levels: Ages 5+
Join us for “pick-up” style play and fun at Basketball Camp! Participants of all skill levels are invited to participate. Each league includes a t-Shirt with registration.
This program is open to the public.
Grade Levels: Entering 5th – 8th
We are seeking energetic high school and college-aged individuals to staff our summer programs!
Working at camp is a summer job like no other. It is a difficult job, but also a highly rewarding one that will build your resume, teach you life skills, and open opportunities. Apply today for the chance to work with children at one of Saint Patrick Academy’s summer programs.
To apply to join our summer staff, please email a resume to studentactivities@saintpatrickacademy.org
Registration for all programs operated by Saint Patrick Academy is conducted through the registration system CampBrain. CampBrain is a secure camper management platform where families will have access to their children’s information, communication preferences, documents, and important details.
Payment is due in full at the time of registration.
Saint Patrick Academy
315 Banfield Road
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Saint Patrick Academy is an independent, Catholic school in the New Hampshire seacoast serving students from PreK through 8th grade.
Saint Patrick Academy is committed to equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or gender in its educational programs and activities. Employees and students of any race, color, national origin, or gender are entitled to all rights, privileges, programs, activities, and services generally made available in the programs and activities. It does not discriminate in its educational policies, admission policies, athletics or other school-administered programs.
