Summer Math Camp 2025

Full-day and half-day (math only) options are available.

Half Day (Math only): 9:00am to 12:30pm

Full Day (Math and Afternoon activities): 9:00am to 4:00pm

Full Day Itinerary
(subject to minor changes):
8:30am – 9:00am: Before care ($50.00 for 1 week)
9:00am – 9:15am: Check in
9:15am – 10:20am: Math lesson
10:20am – 10:40am: Snack and games break
10:40am – 11:45am: Math lesson
11:45am – 12:00pm: Wrap up and cleaning
12:00pm – 1:00 pm: Lunch
1:00pm – 4:00pm: Afternoon activities
4:00pm – 5:30 pm: After care ($125.00 for 1 week)

Half Day Itinerary
(subject to minor changes):
8:30am – 9:00am: Before care ($50.00 for 1 week)
9:00am – 9:15am: Check in
9:15am – 10:20am: Math lesson
10:20am – 10:40am: Snack and games break
10:40am – 11:45am: Math lesson
11:45am – 12:00pm: Wrap up and cleaning
12:00pm – 12:30 pm: Pick up

We place campers in a group with other students who are in a similar grade level or similar level in math. Typically we do grades 1*-2, 3-5, 6-9. Your child’s initial placement is determined by the grade they will be entering in Fall 2024. For example, if your child is currently in third grade and will be entering fourth grade in the fall, he/she should join one of our fourth grade groups. 

However, we also place kids according to their level in math, and their parents’ and teacher’s recommendation. A placement test is not mandatory but can be requested by parents. 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. At any time during the camp, you can contact us for a review of your child’s progress. * We will allow Kindergarten students as long as they meet our prerequisites. For inquiries about math placement and prerequisites please email us at info@firecrackermath.org.

My 9 year old son loved Firecracker camp. I usually have to pry details of his day from him, but after Firecracker camp he came home each evening bursting with details about the math and logic games he played and new terms he learned. After care was a huge hit too as he loved playing at the park. On the last day he begged to have this camp in his summer rotation.

Cristina P., Richmond, CA

This is the place for the kids who truly love mathematics and for the parents who are looking for support their kids who love mathematics (not encouraging cram school for their children). The teachers are very well encouraging students and have great patients.

Naoko W., Concord, CA

This program is the best math program I found for my daughter, and we looked a lot
and tried a couple! The teacher understands how to approach and educate children,
and she is enthusiastic and passionate about her subject. She goes out of her way
to find some extra time for each child, so my daughter always feels included and
engaged. Math is now her favorite subject!

Anna V., Berkeley, CA

As other reviewers have said, it’s the patience of the instructors and their love of math is clear. The structure of the class makes active participation the norm for the students. And, it is the absolute BEST of “math,” conceptual, puzzle based, outside the box.
SO GREAT!! We are SO lucky!!

Chris P., Castro Valley, CA

The class not only fits the needs of children who need to be challenged but also those of children who can improve in math. So if children are saying they feel challenged by math, this class can help build their confidence and their ability to tackle math with an open mind, without fear. I chatted with several parents and they seemed quite happy with the classes.

Stephan S., Oakland, CA

Half-day: $350 for the first week for one child and $330 for every additional week or a child from the same family.

Drop-in fee (math only) is $80 per day. For drop-ins please contact us first as it is based on availability.

Full day: $575 for the first week for one child and $545 for every additional week or a child from the same family.

Drop-in fee is $135 per day. For drop-ins please contact us first as it is based on availability

Sibling and multiple session discounts are applied are applied at the end of the registration process.

Pre-care and after-care are also available.

Pre-care: 8:30 am – 9:00 am, $50 per week.

After-care: 4:00pm – 5:30pm, $125 per week.

Oakland / Piedmont:  1300 Grand Ave., Piedmont CA 94610

Berkeley:  1316 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702

San Francisco: 1090 Quintara St, San Francisco, CA 94116

Walnut Creek:  2100 Tice Valley Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94595

Mill Valley: 10 Old Mill Street, Mill Valley, CA 

Danville: 1800 Holbrook Dr, Danville, CA 94506 

Cancellation by April 30th: you will be refunded the cost of camp minus a $100 non-refundable deposit and credit card fee.

Cancellation after April 30th: the full amount of camp is non-refundable. In special cases, we may issue a partial credit for the future Firecracker Math classes or camps.

In the event Firecracker Math has to cancel a camp for any reason, the full cost paid will be refunded.

Any credit towards future Firecracker Math classes will be valid until January 31st, 2026. 

Do you love math and science? Do you love working with kids? Are you responsible, dependable, creative, and fun?

We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic counselors to lead campers through their daily programs. Counselors are college students with a major in math or science or an interest in math and science, and have leadership skills.  Previous camp experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Approach education with passion and excitement;
• Lead groups of 6-12 kids throughout the day’s math and recreation activities;
• Support Instructors during the hands-on math classroom activities;
• Work closely with the Camp Directors and Instructors to create fun math activities/games;
• Lead and supervise kids during field trips, cultural, and recreational events;
• Build positive group dynamics among your camper group;
• Interact with parents in a professional and energetic manner;
• Give positive reinforcement to campers;
• Help cultivate confidence and self-esteem, as well as a natural love for learning

Hours: Full day: 8:45am-4:00pm: Monday-Friday / Half Day: 8:45am-1:00pm: Monday-Friday

Dates: Mon-Fri. Check the dates for each location.

Important Application Note: Please attach your resume and cover letter in a PDF form to ensure compatibility. Email to info@FirecrackerMath.org

Resume Due: Resumes accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled. If you have questions about the camp or this posting, please call Firecracker Math at 510-488-4556.