Camp · Performing Arts · Ages 6–14 · $545/week
▌ Performing Arts · Ages 6–14

PAW — The Writers Room

Various · $545/week

A creative writing camp for young authors to develop their storytelling skills and find their unique voice.

▌ Editor's read Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) operates as a day camp in Los Angeles, specializing in various performing arts programs including 'The Writers Room.' The website states they have been operating for 36 years, having started in 1987. The founder and director is Jay Skelton. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. They explicitly state on their 'About Us' page that 'All PAW staff are fingerprinted and background checked through the Department of Justice.' Google reviews for 'Performing Arts Workshops' show a rating of 4.9 stars from 104 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging instructors and positive impact on their children's confidence. The camp offers programs for ages 5-15, with specific age ranges for different workshops. The cost per week is listed as $545.
Since 199036+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 6–14

PAW — The Writers Room 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 performing arts 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
1990 (36 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Performing Arts
  • Ages: 6–14
  • Hours: 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
  • Address: Various LA locations
  • Phone: (310) 827-8827
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $545 per 1 week session. Discounts are available for early bird registration, multiple sessions, siblings, and returning students.

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on creative writing and storytelling
  • Small group workshops

↘ Watch for

  • Limited information on specific activities

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about PAW — The Writers Room

What ages does PAW — The Writers Room accept?
PAW — The Writers Room is open to children ages 6–14. 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 PAW — The Writers Room cost?
PAW — The Writers Room publishes $545/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $545 median for performing arts camps in Los Angeles. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are PAW — The Writers Room's hours?
PAW — The Writers Room runs 8:30 AM–3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs PAW — The Writers Room?
PAW — The Writers Room is operated by a private business, with 36 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 PAW — The Writers Room provide lunch?
PAW — The Writers Room 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 PAW — The Writers Room offer extended care?
Yes — PAW — The Writers Room offers extended care (Sunrise 8-8:45 AM, Extended 3:10-5 PM). 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 PAW — The Writers Room compare to other performing arts camps in Los Angeles?
PAW — The Writers Room is one of 128 performing arts 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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