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YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary

Phillips Elementary

Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary is a YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas day camp offering themed weeks, swimming, and field trips for children in Frisco, Texas.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas's Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary is a day camp program. The website (ymcadallas.org/daycamp) loads successfully and provides details about their day camp offerings, including themed weeks, swimming, and field trips. While the specific Phillips Elementary location is not individually listed on the ACA directory, the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is a large non-profit organization. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR and First Aid. The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews for its main branch, indicating general community satisfaction. The camp is designed for children entering kindergarten through eighth grade, with specific age groups for activities. The program focuses on character development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips 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: 2285 Little River Dr, Frisco, TX 75033, 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 - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary

What ages does YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary accept?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips 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 - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary cost?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips 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 - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary's hours?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips 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 - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips 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 - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary provide lunch?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips 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 - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary compare to other community/rec center camps in Frisco?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp DiscoverY at Phillips Elementary is one of 18 community/rec center camps in Frisco 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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