DEAN CAMPS AT SUMMER@POTOMAC

Location signMCLEAN, VA | JUNE 15-JULY 31, 2026

MEANINGFUL GROWTH.
PURPOSEFUL DAYS.
SERIOUS SKILLS. SERIOUS FUN.


Located on the beautiful Potomac School campus, DEAN Adventure Camps brings our creative and hands-on approach to families in Northern Virginia. Designed for campers from pre-K through 8th grade, our programs blend purposeful learning with the joy of making, creating, and active play.

Whether your child is curious about robotics, art, cooking, sports, or simply discovering something new, they’ll find thoughtful programs that meet them at their level.

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EXPLORE OUR 2026 CAMP
PROGRAMS AT THE POTOMAC SCHOOL

DEAN camps are part of Summer@Potomac's program offerings. 
Explore all programs and register here.

WHY FAMILIES LOVE DEAN AT
THE POTOMAC SCHOOL

DEAN is proud to be part of  Summer@Potomac’s broader summer camp offerings. Through this partnership, families get the best of DEAN and Potomac School’s summer experience. Explore Summer@Potomac programs here.

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SAFETY FIRST

Highly trained leadership and on-site nurses provide expert care. A closed campus with on-campus security keeps your child protected.
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EXCEPTIONAL FACILITIES

Access to the Potomac School's well-maintained campus—clean, safe, and designed for active learning
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CONVENIENT LOCATION

1301 Potomac School Rd, McLean, VA 22101
with complimentary busing from 40+ locations!
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THE DEAN DIFFERENCE

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Projects with Purpose

Written by educators, principals, and behavioral specialists, our programs are designed for intentional growth at every stage of development cognitively, socially, and emotionally
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real skills. real confidence

Campers don't just make things—they master techniques. From hinges and zippers to knife skills and coding, every project builds competence that lasts beyond summer.
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a 14-year journey

From Discoverers at age 4 to Junior Counselors at age 16, DEAN grows with your child. Every stage builds on the last, creating continuity and belonging year after year.
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the camp that notices

Every counselor knows your child's name. Our trained, vetted staff don't just supervise—they observe, encourage, and help each camper discover what they're capable of.
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About Group Gathering
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DEAN Adventure Camps operate in Haverford, PA and Lawrenceville, NJ, as well as in partner site locations in DC, MD, and VA. Our programs help children build confidence and explore new interests in a creative, structured, and fun environment, through specialty camps in art, robotics, culinary, sewing, leadership, and more. Looking to make an impact? DEAN Camps offers opportunities to enrich the lives of kids ages Pre-K - 8th grade.