Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 5–14 · $275/week
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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 5–14

Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps

Encino · $275/week

Half-day morning enrichment camps with diverse activities in STEM, arts, and recreation for children.

▌ Editor's read The Parker-Anderson Camps website loads successfully and provides information on their various programs, including the CYOA (Choose Your Own Adventure) half-day morning camps. The organization states it has been operating for over 30 years, having taught over one million children. They explicitly mention that all staff are fingerprinted and background checked. The program type is clearly day camp, with half-day options available. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Parker-Anderson Camps' show a rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 106 reviews, with many parents praising the variety of engaging activities and enthusiastic instructors. The website lists a wide array of specialized camps, suggesting a focus on enrichment and skill development.
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Since 199630+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 5–14

Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right science/tech fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1996 (30 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 5–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Address: 17551 Miranda St, Encino, CA 91316, USA
  • Phone: +1 818-650-8581
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $275/week for half-day camps. Full-day camps are $500/week.

Runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 8 sessions (8 one-week), from Jun 15 to Aug 7.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 15 – 18, 2026 · 1 week · $400
  • Session 2 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $500
  • Session 3 Jun 29 – Jul 2, 2026 · 1 week · $400
  • Session 4 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $500
  • Session 5 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $500
  • Session 6 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $500
  • Session 7 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $500
  • Session 8 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $500

↗ What parents like

  • Flexible half-day or full-day options
  • Wide variety of enrichment classes
  • Extended care available

↘ Watch for

  • No lunch provided
  • Website can be difficult to navigate

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps

What ages does Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps accept?
Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps is open to children ages 5–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps cost?
Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps publishes $275/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps's hours?
Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps?
Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps is operated by a private business, with 30 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps provide lunch?
Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Does Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps offer extended care?
Yes — Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
How does Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps compare to other science/tech camps in Encino?
Parker-Anderson Enrichment - Half Day AM Camps is one of 525 science/tech camps in Encino that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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