Math Summer Camp 2026
In Oakland/Piedmont, Berkeley, San Francisco, Lafayette, Mill Valley, Danville, and Alameda
For curious minds ages 6-16
In the morning at math summer camp, students participate in exciting Firecracker Math lessons covering topics such as number theory, geometry, and computer logic. This isn’t your typical math lesson– in our small and individualised classes, highly qualified instructors teach math through a combination of theoretical instruction, games, magic tricks, and interactive activities.
In the afternoon, full-day campers participate in hands-on activities. Topics often include art, science, games, and chess.
Firecracker Math is a non-profit that offers scholarships.
Our mission is to spark joy, deepen knowledge, and develop each student’s aptitude for math.
Our students are curious and challenge-loving children and teens.
Our lessons introduce students to topics selected from various areas of math, such as number theory, geometry, algebra, combinatorics, graphs, probability, and more. They focus on problem-solving and logical thinking skills. We make math exciting with hands-on activities, games, and magic tricks.
Our teachers are enthusiastic educators who have advanced degrees in math or science.
Location: Netivot Shalom – 1316 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
Dates:
- June 15 – 19
- July 6 – 10
- July 20 – 24
Location: Kehilla Synagogue – 1300 Grand Ave, Piedmont, CA 94610
Dates:
- June 8 – 12
- June 22 – 26
- July 13 – 17
- July 27 – 31
Location: Creekside Commons at 1035 Carol Lane, Lafayette, CA 94549
Dates:
- June 8 – 12
- June 15 – 19
Location: 1090 Quintara Street, San Francisco, CA 94116
Dates:
- June 22 – 26
- July 13 – 17
Location: 1800 Holbrook Dr. Danville, CA 94506
Dates: July 20 – 24
Location: 10 Old Mill Street, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Dates:
- June 29 – July 3
- July 27 – July 31
Location: Earhart Elementary School – 400 Packet Landing Rd, Alameda, CA 94502
Dates:
June 15 – 19:
8:30 am – 12:30pm – Grades 4 – 5
July 6 – 10:
8:30am – 12:30 pm — Grades 2 – 3
1:30 – 4:30 pm — Grades K – 1
Important Registration Note: Registration for this camp location is through Alameda Education Foundation*. Registration will open Thursday, March 5. Visit the Alameda Education Foundation website for details. For more information, contact us at info@firecrackermath.org or 510-488-4556.
* Similarly, scholarships for this camp location are provided by the Alameda Education Foundation. Please visit their website for more information.
Full Day vs. Half Day
Half Day (Math only): 9:00am to 12:30pm
Full Day (Math and afternoon activities): 9:00am to 4:00pm
Before Care and After Care
Before Care and After Care are available for an additional fee.
Before Care: 8:30am to 9:00 am
After Care: 4:00pm to 5:30pm
| Before Care | 8:30am – 9:00am | additional fee |
| Check in | 9:00am – 9:15am | Half Day & Full Day |
|---|---|---|
| Math Lesson | 9:15am – 10:20am | |
| Break | 10:20am – 10:40am | |
| Math Lesson | 10:40am – 11:45am | |
| Clean up | 11:45am – 12:00pm | |
| Lunch | 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Full Day ONLY |
| Afternoon Activities | 1:00pm – 4:00pm | |
| After Care | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | additional fee |
At Firecracker Math Summer Camp, lessons and topics are covered over three weeks at each site. The fourth week at a site may have repeated information. Please check with us if you are interested in registering for a fourth week.
We allow Kindergarten students as long as they meet our prerequisites:
- They must be able to count to 12 and backwards
- Understand the concepts of addition and subtraction
- Be able to compare numbers (equal, less, greater, no greater, etc.)
- Be able to write numbers
Throughout Firecracker Math Summer Camp, parents receive emails about what material is covered in the lessons. At any time during the camp, you can contact us for a review of your child’s progress.
Please let us know if your child is an advanced math student and may benefit from being placed with a more advanced group. Likewise, if you feel your child struggles with math at school, let us know as well.
During the camp, feel free to contact us at info@firecrackermath.org with any inquiries or concerns.
We understand that all students have different needs. Please let us know how we can best support your child by adding a note when you register.
“My daughter had an amazing time at camp last week and has been talking nonstop about the activities. She’s already counting down the days until her second session”
—C.B. in San Francisco
“I was super impressed with the level of communication and the instruction. We hope to return!”
—A.I. in Berkeley
“[My son] had a fantastic week, he learnt so much and couldn’t wait to tell us all about it (and test our math skills too!).”
—K.M. in Piedmont
We offer both Half-Day (math only) and Full-Day Summer Camp options, as well as Before-Care and After-Care. Sibling and multiple session discounts are available and will be applied at the end of the registration process.
| Half Day | Full Day | |
|---|---|---|
| First week for one child | $350 | $575 |
| Multiple weeks or children | $330 for each additional week or sibling | $545 for each additional week or sibling |
| Drop-in* fee | $80 per day | $135 per day |
*For drop-ins please contact us at info@firecrackermath.org as availability may vary
Before Care & After Care:
- Before Care: $50 per week, 8:30am to 9am
- After Care: $125 per week, 4pm to 5:30pm
Referral Bonus:
Receive a 5% referral bonus when you refer a new family to Firecracker Math! Their child must enroll and attend any Firecracker Math Program. The referral bonus will be issued after the term ends. To claim, email us the names of any families you referred at info@firecrackermath.org.
Open House Exclusive:
Don’t miss our Online Open Houses— attendees get 5% off tuition. Meet our Program Director and learn about our After-School Enrichment Classes, Winter and Summer Camps, Private Lessons and Learning Pods, Special Courses, and Test and Competition Preparation Courses in these one-hour Zoom sessions. New parents get 5% off tuition. Open houses for parents only. To receive updates on new open house dates throughout the year, sign up for Eventbrite announcements. Click here for details and registration!
Cancellations
By April 30th: You will be refunded the cost of camp minus a $100 non-refundable deposit and credit card fee
After April 30th: The full amount of the camp is non-refundable. In special cases, we may issue a partial credit for future Firecracker Math classes or camps.
Rescheduling
You may transfer your registration to a different week or location with a $50 processing fee. No transfers are allowed within 2 weeks of the first day of camp.
In the event that Firecracker Math has to cancel a camp for any reason, the full cost paid will be refunded.
Credit issued: Any credit issued will be valid until July 31st, 2027.
Campers are typically placed in groups for math lessons according to the grade level they will be entering in the fall.
Factors we consider
- In addition to grade level, we also consider their math level and any parent or teacher recommendations.
- Please let us know if your child is an advanced math student and may benefit from being placed with a more advanced group. Likewise, if you feel your child struggles with math at school, let us know. At any time during the camp, you can contact us for a review of your child’s progress.
- A placement test is not required, but is available upon request by emailing info@firecrackermath.org.