Local families looking for fun summer learning options for their kids have a new opportunity close to home: the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth will host in-person day programs for advanced learners in grades 2-6 at The Woods Academy in Bethesda, Md. for the first time this summer. Enrollment is first-come, first-served, so families should enroll now for the best course selection.
Students from Maryland, D.C., and beyond are invited to spend three weeks at CTY exploring a topic they love, guided by expert instructors, and surrounded by classmates who share their curiosity. Enrollment is now open for the program, which will take place weekdays at The Woods Academy starting the week of June 28, 2026.
Courses at CTY at Woods Academy this summer include Cloudy with a Chance of Science, Inventions, Shaping Our World: Architecture, Numbers: Zero to Infinity, Examining the Evidence, and The Physics of Engineering.
In addition to their location at The Woods Academy, CTY’s day and residential summer programs will be held at 10 schools and university campuses across the U.S., including Gilman School and Johns Hopkins University in Maryland. Day programs are open to students in grades 2-8, and residential programs are open to students in grades 5-12. Enrollment is also open for summer online courses in a variety of subjects for students in grades 2-12.
Founded at Johns Hopkins University nearly 50 years ago, CTY designs programs specifically for advanced learners—students who thrive when challenged, move quickly through material, and love exploring ideas in depth. Courses go beyond traditional school offerings, giving students opportunities to dive deep into subjects they’re passionate about and join a community of kids who love to learn.
At CTY, students can:
- Take advanced courses they won’t find in school, from STEM and humanities to writing, math, and beyond
- Work with instructors experienced in teaching curious, motivated students
- Build lasting friendships with peers who love learning
- Explore their favorite subjects in a fun, supportive environment
Learn more about the CTY Experience.
To get started, families should join CTY and then register for testing or submit qualifying test scores to determine which courses are the best fit for their child.
Courses fill quickly—explore the full summer course catalog and enroll today. Summer never looked so smart!
