Play at Fay
Play at Fay days are our one-day mini-camps for days when school is out of session for in-service and select holidays. Each day is planned around a theme, and we offer half-day, full-day, and extended-day options. Registration is held online through the Extended Day Registration Module, which can be accessed through My Portal or directly through our Extended Day Registration Module under Play at Fay 2026-2027. Registration for Fall 2026 opens Monday, July 20, at 10:00am.
2026-2027 Play At Fay Dates
| Date | Reason | Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, September 21, 2026 | Yom Kippur | Fall into Fun! Celebrate the season with a day full of autumn-inspired activities! Campers will enjoy pumpkin-themed fun, harvest games, creative crafts, and an exciting nature scavenger hunt as they explore the sights and colors of fall. |
| Friday, February 12, 2027 | Staff Holiday | Love to Learn - Love to Play! Spend the day discovering favorite activities through hands-on learning and play. Campers will rotate through engaging stations featuring art, STEM, sports, and more, while enjoying card-making, buddy games, and kindness challenges. |
| Friday, March 26, 2027 | Good Friday | Bugs & Butterflies! Explore the fascinating world of insects and butterflies through hands-on discovery. Campers will learn about life cycles, investigate nature, and enjoy sensory-rich activities inspired by some of nature’s smallest creatures. |
Program Cost
| Classification | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Half-Day | 8:00am-12:00pm | $60 |
| Full-Day | 8:00am-3:15pm | $105 |
| Full + Extended Day | 8:00am-6:00pm | $150 |
Sample Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00-8:30am | Morning Carpool |
| 8:30-9:30am | Primary Centers/K-5 Science Activity |
| 9:30-10:15am | Primary Story Time & Activity/K-5 Active Games |
| 10:15-10:45am | All Camp Recess and Snack |
| 10:45-11:30am | Primary Active Games/K-5 Arts & Craft |
| 11:30am-12:00pm | All Camp Lunch (Please pack a lunch or order Simply Fresh!) |
| 12:00-12:30pm | Carpool or All Camp Recess |
| 12:30-1:45pm | Primary Quiet Time/K-5 STEM Challenge |
| 1:45-3:15pm | All Camp Movie and Popcorn |
| 3:15-6:00pm | After Care: Snack, Free Play, and Library |
Cancellations
Play at Fay (PAF) registrations remain fully refundable until one week prior to the PAF date. After this time, all registrations are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. For questions, contact the Extended Day office at ExtendedDay@thefayschool.org, or call 713-681-8300.