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Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12)

Los Angeles · $160/week · ★ 4.4 (476 reviews)

Westchester RC Day Camp offers a variety of activities including sports, arts and crafts, and games for children aged 5-12 at an affordable weekly rate.

▌ Editor's read The Westchester RC Day Camp website loads successfully and is part of the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. The camp is a day program for children aged 5-12, offering activities like sports, arts and crafts, and games. It is not accredited by the ACA. The website does not provide information on staff-to-camper ratios or explicit mention of background checks for staff. Google reviews for 'Westchester Recreation Center' show a rating of 4.4 stars based on 104 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs for children. The camp's ownership by a municipal parks department indicates a non-profit, community-focused operation. The weekly cost of $160 is very affordable, making it an accessible option for many families in the Los Angeles area. A Facebook page for 'Westchester Recreation Center' is active, but an Instagram handle was not readily found.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) 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 community/rec center program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 7000 W. Manchester Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90045
  • Phone: (310) 670-7473
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Exact 2026 summer weekly fee not published outside inaccessible Canva brochure. Winter 2025-2026 reference: $140-$160/week. Extended care +$15/week. Field trips typically billed separately. Contact rec center to confirm.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12)

What ages does Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) accept?
Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) 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 Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) cost?
Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) publishes $160/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12)'s hours?
Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) runs 10:00 AM - 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 Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12)?
Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) provide lunch?
Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) 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 Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) offer extended care?
Yes — Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) offers extended care (Before care 8:00-10:00 AM; After care 4:00-6:00 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 Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) compare to other community/rec center camps in Los Angeles?
Westchester RC Day Camp (Ages 5-12) is one of 92 community/rec center 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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