Saturday Academy is a Portland nonprofit (founded 1983) running week-long STEAM summer camps for grades K-12, held 9am-4pm with optional after-camp care until 6pm. Expert-led, hands-on camps cover topics such as LEGO robotics, animation, photography, and geomapping.
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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 Saturday Academy directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Molli TaylorSaturday Academy has been a wonderful experience for my family. Over the years, all of my kids have participated in different camps and each one has been engaging, creative, and inspiring. The educators are not only knowledgeable but also deeply supportive, helping kids build confidence and curiosity through hands-on learning. What really stands out is how committed Saturday Academy is to making these opportunities accessible to everyone. They work hard to remove barriers so that kids from all backgrounds can explore STEAM learning in a way that is fun and inclusive. It makes such a difference to know that they truly care about equity and access, and my kids have benefited greatly from their dedication. I can’t recommend Saturday Academy enough for families who want meaningful, exciting learning experiences for their children.
★★★★★Liz VRThis was our first Saturday Academy experience as parents, it was an absolutely fabulous experience but our child and us really enjoyed the camp and it was engaging and challenging. There was even a full presentation at the end of the week which was very fun to see as this was our child’s first “school” presentations since they are starting kindergarten next year. 10/10 recommend as a great camp and program option. I attended SA camps and classes as a kids and I am happy to see as a parent now that they are still providing fanatic programs.
★★★★★Shara NooriI highly recommend Saturday Academy’s movie-making creator camp. The program offers a comprehensive introduction to filmmaking, equipping participants with valuable skills and tools. The staff are friendly and create a welcoming environment, while the coaches provide informative and helpful instruction. It’s a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in diving into the world of movie-making.
★Jessica ALong story short, I can't tell if they still offer any school year classes, at all. I love the *idea* of Saturday Academy and am so eager to find science classes and activities my kid can do in person. According to fellow parents, they did at one point offer a wide assortment of after-school and Saturday classes. However I have been trying to contact them about 2023/24 school-year offerings for over a month with no response. Other parents of children close to my age tell me they haven't gotten a response from Saturday about non-camp offerings in over a year. At this point, I'm wondering if - beyond a few summer camps - this is just a front for fundraising? It's deeply frustrating.
★★★★★NW TREE WORKYear round fun classes for a wide range of age ranges. Our kids enjoy the Lego Robotics classes, and summer Tinker camp. Would recommend it!