Camp Kinney 2026

Arts, STEM · Philadelphia, PA · Ages 5–21

By Camp Kinney

Schedule

About

A Place for Fun and Learning

Parents of children on the autism spectrum are often faced with the worry of finding the perfect summer camp. Concerns frequently include - Will the staff know how to appropriately manage behaviors - will the other campers accept my child - and will my child continue making progress towards their goals in a less structured environment?

The Kinney Center has addressed these concerns through Camp Kinney . Our summer camp program provides an immersive and recreational based traditional summer camp experience specifically designed for individuals with autism. Our reverse inclusion model has been perfected over the past 9 years, and is accredited by the American Camp Association.

Your child will participate in a variety of activities similar to a traditional summer camp, while also receiving naturalistic application of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Every week do wild and wacky science experiments and create works of art, all while working towards a personalized set of goals. Campers will be visited weekly by special guests including martial artists, petting zoos, scientists, sing-alongs and many more.

When learning feels fun, progress is made!

Dedicated Team of Professionals

What will truly put your mind at ease is Camp Kinney’s dedicated team of Autism professionals. Your child will receive support from our direct care staff, known as Kinney SCHOLARS. Kinney SCHOLARS are current undergraduate students. Prior to Camp, each SCHOLAR receives 2 weeks of intensive training, including specific training on your child’s behavior plan and/or IEP. SCHOLARS are supervised by aspiring behavior analysts and clinical professionals through our Graduate Assistant team. Additionally, each camp group is overseen by a program director from the Kinney Center’s full time staff of BCBAs who will facilitate training, behavior management, and daily supervision of each camper's personalized goals. The level of support and attention your child will receive during their time at Camp Kinney is unparalleled all while having the time of their lives!