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IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games

Institute for American Indian Studies · $440/week

IAIS Summer Camp offers weekly themed day camps for children aged 5-12, focusing on Native American culture, history, and outdoor activities at the Institute...

▌ Editor's read The IAIS Summer Camp is a day camp for children aged 5-12, hosted by the Institute for American Indian Studies in Washington, CT. The camp offers weekly themed sessions, such as 'Archaeology Adventures' and 'Native American Games,' from July 8th to August 9th, 2024. The Institute for American Indian Studies has a Google rating of 4.8 stars based on 145 reviews, with reviewers often praising the educational exhibits and engaging programs. The camp website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. As a museum-run program, it is likely operated by a nonprofit organization. The website lists contact information and details about the weekly themes and registration process, but does not explicitly state background check policies for staff.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games 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 language/cultural program.

Facts & Credentials

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

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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 38 Curtis Rd, Washington, CT 06793, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. $375/week for members, $440/week for non-members. $100 deposit required at registration.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games

What ages does IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games accept?
IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games is open to children ages 6–12. 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 IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games cost?
IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games publishes $440/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games's hours?
IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games runs 9:00 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 IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games?
IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games 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 IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games provide lunch?
IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games 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 IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games compare to other language/cultural camps in Washington?
IAIS Summer Camp - Fun and Games is one of 8 language/cultural camps in Washington 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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