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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 5–12

Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM

Los Angeles · $275/week · ★ 4.3 (4 reviews)

Parker-Anderson CYOA offers a variety of half-day afternoon camps in Los Angeles, focusing on science, technology,...

▌ Editor's read The Parker-Anderson Camps website loads successfully, showcasing a wide array of half-day afternoon programs, including science and technology options. The 'About Us' page states that Gary Parker and Eric Anderson founded the company and have been operating for over 25 years, starting in 1998. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The website mentions that 'all staff are background checked and fingerprinted,' indicating a commitment to safety. Google reviews for 'Parker-Anderson Camps' show a rating of 4.6 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the variety of engaging activities and enthusiastic instructors. The program type is clearly day camp, specifically half-day afternoon sessions. Social media handles found are @parkerandersoncamps on Instagram and 'parkerandersoncamps' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given science/tech program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2001 (25 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 11818 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
  • Phone: (310) 844-3344
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $275/week for half-day camps. Full-day camps are $500/week.

Runs 1:00 PM - 4:00 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 CYOA - Half Day PM

What ages does Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM accept?
Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM is open to children ages 5–12. 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 CYOA - Half Day PM cost?
Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM 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 CYOA - Half Day PM's hours?
Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM runs 1:00 PM - 4:00 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 CYOA - Half Day PM?
Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM is operated by a private business, with 25 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 CYOA - Half Day PM provide lunch?
Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM 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 CYOA - Half Day PM offer extended care?
Yes — Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM 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 CYOA - Half Day PM compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Parker-Anderson CYOA - Half Day PM is one of 525 science/tech camps in Los Angeles 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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