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Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate)

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Arlington Parks and Recreation offers a variety of summer day camps for children aged 5-13, focusing on active play, creative arts, and educational experiences.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a news article from the City of Arlington, Texas, announcing their summer camp offerings for 2024. The camps are run by the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. The article details various day camp options for children aged 5-13, including general summer camps, specialty camps like 'Camp Quest' and 'Camp Adventure,' and specific themes such as sports, arts, and STEM. The article mentions activities like active games, creative arts, educational experiences, and field trips. While the article does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies, the camps are part of a city-run program. Google reviews for 'Arlington Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,200 reviews, reflecting general public satisfaction with the department's services. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles for Arlington Parks and Recreation are @arlingtonparks on Instagram and ArlingtonParksandRecreation on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) 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
  • Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Address: 717 W Main St, Arlington, TX 76013
  • Phone: (817) 459-5474
  • Cost notes: Early Bird Rate if you sign up by the Thursday prior to each camp week.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate)

What ages does Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) accept?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) 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 Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) cost?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) publishes $150/week for the standard session. Early Bird Rate if you sign up by the Thursday prior to each camp week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate)'s hours?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) runs 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate)?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) 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 Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) provide lunch?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) 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 Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Arlington?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) is one of 12 traditional day camp camps in Arlington 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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