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Tadpole Academy is a great way to introduce 4 to 5-year-olds to ZooCamp! Tadpole Academy is a full day session that includes stories, songs, crafts, games, encounters with wild animal ambassadors and zoo exploration in a safe, small group of campers each week. Each Tadpole Academy camper will receive a ZooCamp t-shirt (full week registration required) and a chance to feed the goats in Alex and Ani Farmyard

Note: All Tadpole Academy campers must be completely toilet trained (requiring no assistance in the bathroom).

Tadpole Academy Prices

  • Full Week (RWPZ Members): $411
  • Full Week (Non-Members): $436

ZooCamp Hours

  • Camp sessions run from 8:00 am – 3:15 pm, Monday through Friday.

See below for details on upcoming winter, spring and summer programs and for important registration information.

Tadpole Academy Camp Sessions:

Winter Tadpole Academy | February 16-20, 2026

Books and Beasts – SOLD OUT

Join is as we explore stories that feature amazing animals. We’ll revisit old favorites and discover new ones. From dragons that love tacos to grumpy monkeys, campers will have a blast hearing a new story every day and learning about the animal characters they feature.

Register Here > (Opens January 7th)

Spring Tadpole Academy | April 20-24, 2026

Creatures of the Night

Together campers will explore the mysterious night life of some incredible nocturnal creatures. We will put our own senses to the test to see how they compare to the night dwellers of the animal kingdom.

Register Here >  (Opens January 7th)

Summer Tadpole Academy | June 15 – August 21, 2026

Summer ZooCamp Registration opens February 4th at 9 am for Tadpole Academy.

Please note:Campers may be registered for one week of each theme for a maximum of one odd week and one even week. Registrations beyond this maximum will be canceled. If you are a RWPZ Member, you will be prompted to Create an Account or Login at checkout to receive discount.

Even Weeks: Creature Features

Tails and teeth and tongues, oh my! Join us campers discover some of the many amazing creature features and what makes them so important to the animals that have them!

Odd Weeks: Creature Communication

From sounds and songs to dance and even smells, animals communicate in many different ways. Campers will explore the many languages found throughout the animal kingdom and maybe even learn some new dance moves along the way!

Tadpole Academy Summer Schedule: (June 15 – August 21, 2026)

  • Week 1: June 15 – June 19
  • Week 2: June 22 – June 26
  • Week 3: June 29 – July 3
  • Week 4: July 6 – July 10
  • Week 5: July 13 – July 17
  • Week 6: July 20 – July 24
  • Week 7: July 27 – July 31
  • Week 8: August 3 – August 7
  • Week 9: August 10 – August 14
  • Week 10: August 17 – August 21

Register for Summer ZooCamp > (Opens February 4th)

Questions? Please contact programs@rwpzoo.org or call (401) 785-3510 ext. 358 or refer to camp handbook.

Important ZooCamp Information

Please Read Before Registering

  • Registration for Winter and Spring ZooCamps begins at 9:00 am on Wednesday, January 7th at rwpzoo.org. Registration closes two weeks prior to your desired week of camp, but camps may sell out prior to deadlines.
  • Registration for all Summer ZooCamps begins at 9:00 am on Wednesday, February 4th at rwpzoo.org. Registration closes two weeks prior to your desired week of camp, but camps may sell out prior to deadlines.
  • Campers must be the minimum age of each camp at the time that camp starts. Requirements are not negotiable and are strictly enforced. RWP Zoo reserves the right to cancel your registration if your camper does not meet the minimum age requirement.
  • Refunds, minus a $30.00 registration fee per camper, will be given through February 1, 2026, for Winter ZooCamps, April 1, 2026, for Spring ZooCamps, and June 1, 2026, for Summer ZooCamps. Absolutely no refunds will be given after these dates.
  • A $35 sibling discount applies to all full week ZooCamps. First registration at full price, $35 applied to each sibling thereafter. Siblings must be registered within the same account.  
  • Pre-paid lunch options for full-day campers are available. For $15.00/day, choose from Macaroni and Cheese, Hot Dog, or a personal cheese pizza. All lunch options come with a side of applesauce, chips and a drink.  
  • Note: Aftercare is NOT available for Tadpole Academy. Those campers must be picked up no later than 3:30 pm.

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