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Camp Glawackus: Day Camp

South Glastonbury · $350/week

Camp Glawackus, operated by the Glastonbury YMCA, offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-15...

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Glawackus loads successfully and provides detailed information about their day camp programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2024, confirming its commitment to industry standards for safety and program quality. As a program of the Glastonbury YMCA, it operates as a nonprofit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training. The camp offers a variety of activities including swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and outdoor adventures for campers aged 5-15. Google reviews for the Glastonbury YMCA, which operates the camp, show a rating of 4.3 stars from 106 reviews, with many positive comments about the staff and programs. Social media handles found are @ghymca on Instagram and GlastonburyYMCA on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Camp Glawackus: Day Camp 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 traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 30 High Street, South Glastonbury, CT 06073, USA
  • Phone: (860) 633-6548
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Before and after camp care are included in the weekly price.

↗ What parents like

  • Before and after care included
  • Financial assistance available

↘ Watch for

  • Physical examination required

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Glawackus: Day Camp

What ages does Camp Glawackus: Day Camp accept?
Camp Glawackus: Day Camp is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Camp Glawackus: Day Camp cost?
Camp Glawackus: Day Camp publishes $350/week for the standard session. Before and after camp care are included in the weekly price. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Glawackus: Day Camp's hours?
Camp Glawackus: Day Camp runs 9:00 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.
Is Camp Glawackus: Day Camp accredited?
Yes — Camp Glawackus: Day Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Glawackus: Day Camp?
Camp Glawackus: Day Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Glawackus: Day Camp provide lunch?
Camp Glawackus: Day Camp 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 Camp Glawackus: Day Camp offer extended care?
Yes — Camp Glawackus: Day Camp 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.

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