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Springdale Activity Camp

Stamford · ★ 4.5 (10 reviews)

A traditional summer day camp in Stamford, CT, offering a variety of activities for children ages 5-12.

▌ Editor's read The website for Springdale Activity Camp, hosted by Stamford Recreation, loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer camp programs. The camp is a day camp for children entering grades 1-6, offering activities like sports, arts and crafts, and special events. It is operated by the City of Stamford Recreation Services, indicating it is a municipal-parks owned program. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, nor does it provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks. There is a Facebook page for Stamford Recreation (@StamfordRecreation) but no Instagram handle is readily apparent. Google reviews for 'Stamford Recreation' show a 4.2-star rating from 100 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting well-organized programs and friendly staff, though specific reviews for Springdale Activity Camp are not isolated.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Springdale Activity 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
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Address: 1127 Hope St, Stamford, CT 06907, USA
  • Phone: 203-977-5214
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Cost not specified.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Springdale Activity Camp

What ages does Springdale Activity Camp accept?
Springdale Activity Camp 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 Springdale Activity Camp cost?
Springdale Activity Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Cost not specified. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Springdale Activity Camp?
Springdale Activity Camp 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 Springdale Activity Camp provide lunch?
Springdale Activity 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.
How does Springdale Activity Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Stamford?
Springdale Activity Camp is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Stamford 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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