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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

Star Center Day Camp

Stamford · ★ 4.4 (55 reviews)

A traditional day camp offering a variety of activities for children in Stamford.

▌ Editor's read The Stamford Recreation website loads successfully and provides information for the Star Center Day Camp. The camp is a day program for children aged 5-12, running from June 24th to August 9th, 2024, at the Stamford Government Center. It is operated by the City of Stamford Recreation Services, indicating a municipal-parks owner type. The website mentions activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, and special events. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. The website does not explicitly state that staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Stamford Recreation' show a 4.2-star rating from 100 reviews, with some parents praising the variety of programs and staff engagement. The Facebook page for Stamford Recreation is active, with a handle of 'StamfordRecreation'.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Star Center 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
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: Stamford Government Center, 888 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT 06901
  • 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 Star Center Day Camp

What ages does Star Center Day Camp accept?
Star Center Day 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 Star Center Day Camp cost?
Star Center Day 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 Star Center Day Camp?
Star Center Day 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 Star Center Day Camp provide lunch?
Star Center 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.
How does Star Center Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Stamford?
Star Center Day 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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