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Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5

Calvert · $225/week · ★ 4.6 (72 reviews)

Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5, operated by Lincoln Parks and Recreation, offers a traditional day camp experience for children entering 4th and 5th grades in L...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the City of Lincoln Parks and Recreation's Summer Camps page. Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 is a day camp for children entering 4th and 5th grades, offering activities like games, crafts, and field trips. The camp is operated by the City of Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and are certified in CPR and First Aid. While there isn't a specific staff-to-camper ratio listed, the emphasis on staff qualifications is a positive. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Lincoln Parks and Recreation' show a 4.5-star rating from 1,000+ reviews, with many positive comments about various programs. Social media handles found are @lincolnparksrec on Instagram and 'LincolnParksandRecreation' on Facebook.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 9–14

Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. traditional day camp programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

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: 9–14
  • Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 4500 Stockwell St, Lincoln, NE 68506, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5

What ages does Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 accept?
Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 is open to children ages 9–14. 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 Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 cost?
Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 publishes $225/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5's hours?
Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 runs 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5?
Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 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 Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 provide lunch?
Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 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 Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 compare to other traditional day camp camps in Lincoln?
Calvert Summer Day Camp 4-5 is one of 12 traditional day camp camps in Lincoln 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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