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Have a Seriously Smart Summer

Summer at Harker offers fun and educational experiences for kindergarten through high school-aged students. Programs are led by experienced faculty and staff who are passionate about summer learning and fun.

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Summer

Strong academics and rich and varied activities are hallmarks of a Harker summer. Join us and have a seriously smart summer at Harker!

Registration begins: Jan. 25, 2021 (K-8) and Feb.16, 2021 (9-12)

We expect our summer programs to be in-person and will follow strict safety policies and the guidelines set forth for schools by county and state officials. Full refunds will be provided in the event we are unable to offer our summer programs in any capacity.

Harker Summer: Preschool

Ages 4-5: Summer Preschool

Our preschool summer program, located at our expansive preschool campus, features exciting specialty classes like art, music & movement, and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math).

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Kindergarten: Summer Camp Plus KinderCamp

2021 Session Dates: June 21 - Aug. 6

KinderCampers have their own special academic schedule designed to prepare them for entering kindergarten classes in the fall. Familiar faces and secure surroundings are high priorities in our efforts to promote socialization skills and to build confidence.

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Grades 1-5: Summer Camp Plus

2021 Session Dates: June 21 - Aug. 6

Our Summer Camp Plus provides an engaging, enriching academic environment alongside a variety of afternoon activity program options.

Morning Academics

8:30-11:30 a.m.

Core Focus

Sharpen Core Academic Skills

One 4-Week Session | June 20-July 15
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Pick Your Passion

Dive into Your Favorite Subject

Three 2-Week Sessions | Starting June 20, July 5 & July 18
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Afternoon Activities

11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Pair your morning academic choice with a wide variety of afternoon activities!

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Out 'n' About

Special Week of Learning, Service and Fun!

Full Day or Partial Day Only
One 1-Week Session | Aug. 7-11
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Harker Summer: Lower School

MSSI

Grades 6-8: Summer Institute Middle School

2021 Session Dates: June 21 - July 30

Program Options

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Grades 9-12: Summer Institute Upper School

2021 Session Dates: June 7 - July 23 | Class sessions vary by subject

Our Summer Institute allows students to choose from a variety of academic options, including rigorous for-credit high school courses and non-credit opportunities for enrichment and growth.

Program Options

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Advanced Core English

The ACE program is for Bay Area students, as well as qualified international students, to enhance overall English skills and increase their standardized test scores.

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English Language Institute

2021 Session Dates: June 21 - Aug. 6

We offer special programs for international students interested in improving their English speaking and writing skills. International students often attend Harker's English Language Institute to prepare for an American boarding school or an international school. Students of all levels, beginning to highly advanced, are accepted and placed in a class designed to meet their individual needs.

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Summer Conservatory

Summer @ The Conservatory

Check back for updates or call our summer office at 408.345.9652.

Summer @ The Conservatory brings together the very best Bay Area educators to help students develop skills through a variety of acting classes, workshops, master classes and performances.

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Swim School

2021 Session Dates: June 14 - Aug. 5

Harker’s Swim School provides both children and adults of all ages and skill levels the opportunity to learn, refine and extend their swimming abilities from knowledgeable instructors at our beautiful aquatic center.

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Summer Staff

Outstanding faculty and staff are one of the hallmarks of The Harker School. All staff are carefully selected to provide a positive experience for the students, and in turn, the students provide inspiration and enrichment to those who teach them. Explore what it’s like to be a part of the Harker family.

Join Our Harker Summer Team

Register for Summer Programs Starting Jan. 25, 2021 and Feb. 16, 2021 for Upper School courses!

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Contact Us

For quickest response time we ask that you email any questions to the appropriate program.