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YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary

White Rock Elementary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas offers a World of Wonder day camp at White Rock Elementary, providing themed activities, swimming, and field trips for childr...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas operates a World of Wonder day camp at White Rock Elementary, as detailed on their website (ymcadallas.org/daycamp). This program is a day camp, offering activities like swimming, field trips, and themed weeks for children. The YMCA is a non-profit organization, and their website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention. While specific Google reviews for the 'Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary' are not readily available, the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas generally holds a 4.2-star rating from over 1,000 reviews on Google. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles include @ymcadallas on Instagram and YMCADallas on Facebook, where they actively post updates and engage with their community.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 9229 Chiswell Rd, Dallas, TX 75238, USA
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary

What ages does YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary accept?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary 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 YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary cost?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary's hours?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary 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 YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary 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 YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary provide lunch?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary 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 YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary compare to other community/rec center camps in Dallas?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Lake Highlands World of Wonder Camp at White Rock Elementary is one of 60 community/rec center camps in Dallas 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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