Preschool Summer Camp

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago Preschool Summer Camp provides learners ages 3 to 5 with an immersive outdoor experience, fostering a deep connection with nature while promoting holistic development.

Adventure, Every Day

Located at YMCA Camp Duncan in Ingleside, IL, Preschool Summer Camp introduces youth ages 3 to 5 to our camp experience in a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate way. Each week features a unique theme that encourages curiosity, creativity, outdoor exploration, and social-emotional growth.

You can view our 2026 program guide here! Preschool Summer Camp takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Welcome to the Nature House!

The Nature House is the heart of Preschool Summer Camp, where curiosity blooms, tiny hands discover, and every corner invites wonder through play and connection with the natural world.

Outdoor Exploration

At Preschool Summer Camp, play is more than fun — it’s how children grow. Children are free to create, imagine, and connect with the world around them. Every moment in and outside of the Nature House nurtures individuality and sets each child on a path of discovery and growth. Have any questions? Contact us using the button below!