Compass for Kids
Private
A free summer learning day camp (Camp Compass) in Springfield for underserved elementary students in School District 186, designed to prevent summer learning loss. Full days (8:00am-4:00pm, mid-June to mid-July) pair a morning of licensed-teacher literacy and math instruction with afternoons of STEAM enrichment, community-partner visits, and field trips. Provided at no cost and funded through the district, United Way, and local sponsors.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Compass for Kids directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Constance HeskettThis is an amazing place that provides wonderful assistance to those who need.
★★★★★QueenofsnakesI went there and my favorite teacher is Mrs. Gianna
★★★★★Vicki MartinAmazing organization to volunteer for! Compass does an amazing job serving students’ variety of needs - academic, social-emotional, food security, and mentorship. There’s a reason why former students remember the program so fondly - and come back to volunteer themselves!! :)
★★T MartinMy kid got accepted for the summer of 2021 but never got to go. I talked to the person in charge and was told that they were waiting on the bus company before they could get transportation. I get having issues, but even once the bus issue was resolved I never got anything telling me what school my kid would be at or anything. I would have though since I was corresponding with the person in charge that I would have been notified of something, but I never was. I could have made other arrangements for my kid for the summer. I’m super disappointed with the program.
★★★★★Amber St Clair