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Elementary•Middle School Summer Program

Unlock Your Child’s Potential This Summer
Give your child the tools to succeed—all while having fun and making new friends this summer at Landmark School!

Grades 2-7
June 29–July 31, 2026
(No School: July 3)

Getting Ready for Summer 2026 at Landmark

We can't wait to see our Landmark Summer students!
Wondering what to expect? Take a look at our EMS Welcome to Summer Information.

EMS Welcome to Summer Information

Half-Day Academic Program

The Landmark Summer half-day academic program runs from 8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m Monday–Friday.

Who is Landmark's EMS Summer Program for?

Students rising into grades 2–7 with dyslexia or another diagnosed language-based learning disability (which fall under the broader category of Specific Learning Disabilities [SLD]). Students must have average to above-average intelligence and a healthy emotional well-being so they can fully engage in and benefit from the program.

What is the academic program like?
  • A focus on reading, writing, and study skills
  • Small class sizes and tutorials with expert teachers trained in Landmark’s proven methods
  • Targeted learning blended with engaging activities
  • Learn more about EMS Summer Academic Classes and see a sample schedule below.
Other Benefits
  • A supportive environment where students gain confidence and discover their strengths.
  • Skills to enhance academic performance year-round
  • Boosts in reading comprehension and writing proficiency
  • Make friends who share similar strengths and experiences
  • Delicious breakfast, snack, and lunch included. Leave that lunchbox at home!

Afternoon Programming

We have partnered with our direct neighbor, Brookwood School, for fun, afternoon programming! Registration and payment for this feature is handled through Brookwood's website. Register your child for all five weeks, or select specific weeks for afternoon fun.

Grades 1-5 Brookwood Options

Grades 6-9 Brookwood Options

Sample Daily Schedule

The EMS Summer Program is a day program that runs Monday-Friday for the weeks it is in session (no school on July 3). The Landmark portion of the program is half-day from 8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., with additional optional afternoon programming in partnership with Brookwood.

See a sample of the EMS Summer Program Daily Schedule

Spend Your Summer on the North Shore!

While your child takes advantage of Landmark's summer program, your whole family can enjoy the North Shore of Boston! Bring the family to vacation for the summer and experience beautiful beaches, quaint towns, delicious ice-cream and seafood, train rides into Boston, and more.

Looking for summer housing or camps for your other children? Our admission teams can provide leads.

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What People Say About Summer at Landmark

  • "When I was 13, I couldn't think of anything I wanted to do less than attend summer school. Within a week, my entire perspective changed. Landmark not only prepared me for high school, but life itself. I couldn't be more grateful for my time at Landmark."

    "When I was 13, I couldn't think of anything I wanted to do less than attend summer school. Within a week, my entire perspective changed. Landmark not only prepared me for high school, but life itself. I couldn't be more grateful for my time at Landm...

    Christine, Summer Program Alum

  • “Each day, I have had a tremendous sense of peace as my son walked through the Landmark School doors. The faculty and staff truly care for each student. I have seen my son's confidence blossom. As his mother, I could not have asked for a more precious gift.”

    “Each day, I have had a tremendous sense of peace as my son walked through the Landmark School doors. The faculty and staff truly care for each student. I have seen my son's confidence blossom. As his mother, I could not have asked for a more preci...

    Jeannette, Summer Program Parent

  • “Hallie's experience at Landmark last summer was the best thing that ever happened. Her enthusiasm for your school went beyond my highest expectations and she started high school with such a positive, confident outlook.”

    “Hallie's experience at Landmark last summer was the best thing that ever happened. Her enthusiasm for your school went beyond my highest expectations and she started high school with such a positive, confident outlook.”

    Bonnie, Summer Program Parent

  • “Landmark's Summer Program met and exceeded my expectations! My son, Adam, is presently working very close to grade level and has learned many strategies to help him be successful.”

    “Landmark's Summer Program met and exceeded my expectations! My son, Adam, is presently working very close to grade level and has learned many strategies to help him be successful.”

    Mike, Summer Program Parent

  • “Landmark's summer program was a turning point for my son's reading and emotional well-being. It built his skills from the bottom up. He feels so much more confident. I would absolutely recommend this program to other parents.”

    “Landmark's summer program was a turning point for my son's reading and emotional well-being. It built his skills from the bottom up. He feels so much more confident. I would absolutely recommend this program to other parents.”

    Jean, Summer Program Parent

  • “My 8th-grade daughter came for the summer program and boarded on campus. The gains she made academically and the growth in maturity were amazing and empowering. It prepared her for attending Landmark's academic year program.”

    “My 8th-grade daughter came for the summer program and boarded on campus. The gains she made academically and the growth in maturity were amazing and empowering. It prepared her for attending Landmark's academic year program.”

    Donna, Summer and Academic Year Program Parent

  • “It was important for my son to be with other kids with the same learning profile and remind him, from summer to summer, that he is not alone and his learning style is shared by a lot of other students.”

    “It was important for my son to be with other kids with the same learning profile and remind him, from summer to summer, that he is not alone and his learning style is shared by a lot of other students.”

    Miranda, Summer Program Parent

  • “Landmark quickly discovered and addressed Nathan's strengths and weaknesses. He greatly benefited from his summer experience at Landmark School. The Boarding Program was well supervised, safe, and fun, too.”

    “Landmark quickly discovered and addressed Nathan's strengths and weaknesses. He greatly benefited from his summer experience at Landmark School. The Boarding Program was well supervised, safe, and fun, too.”

    Dianne & David, Summer Program Parents

  • “Your Summer Program exceeded our expectations and helped prepare our daughter for the ninth grade at Landmark. She enjoyed the diversity of academics and fun stuff, like the arts. She says she would love to attend the summer program again. Her endorsement speaks for itself.”

    “Your Summer Program exceeded our expectations and helped prepare our daughter for the ninth grade at Landmark. She enjoyed the diversity of academics and fun stuff, like the arts. She says she would love to attend the summer program again. Her end...

    Mary, Summer Program Parent

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