Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–11 · $159/week
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Carpenter Camp Connections 2026

Carpenter Park Recreation Center · $159/week

Carpenter Camp Connections offers a variety of themed day camp experiences for children aged 5-12, focusing on recreation, education, and social development ...

▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.plano.gov/1557/Camp-Connections-at-Carpenter-Recreation, loads successfully and details the Carpenter Camp Connections program. This is a day camp for children aged 5-12, operated by the City of Plano Parks and Recreation Department, making its owner type 'municipal-parks'. The site explicitly states that 'All staff are background checked and trained in CPR/First Aid', indicating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the program offers various weekly themes such as 'Wacky Water Week' and 'Super Hero Training'. Google reviews for 'Plano Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.6 stars from 1,000+ reviews, reflecting general satisfaction with the department's offerings. The camp is not ACA accredited, nor does the website mention any state licensing. Social media handles for the City of Plano Parks and Recreation are @cityofplanoparksandrec on Instagram and 'PlanoParksAndRec' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–11

Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 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
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–11
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 6701 Coit Road, Plano, TX 75024-5416
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Carpenter Camp Connections 2026

What ages does Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 accept?
Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 is open to children ages 6–11. 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 Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 cost?
Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 publishes $159/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Carpenter Camp Connections 2026's hours?
Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 runs 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Carpenter Camp Connections 2026?
Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 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 Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 provide lunch?
Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 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 Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 compare to other community/rec center camps in Plano?
Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 is one of 9 community/rec center camps in Plano 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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