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Richardson Parks & Rec Camp

Richardson · $150/week

Richardson Parks & Recreation offers a variety of summer day camps for children and teens, focusing on recreation, sports, and educational activities within ...

▌ Editor's read The website https://www.cor.net/ is the official site for the City of Richardson, Texas, and loads successfully. The Parks and Recreation section (cor.net/departments/parks-recreation) details various summer camp offerings, including 'Camp R' for ages 5-12, 'Teen Camp' for ages 13-15, and specialized camps like 'Sports Camps' and 'Art Camps.' The camp programs are clearly day camps, utilizing city facilities. The owner type is municipal-parks, as it's run by the City of Richardson. I could not find any information regarding ACA accreditation or state licensing for these specific camps on the website. The website does not explicitly mention staff background checks, nor does it list specific staff-to-camper ratios. The City of Richardson Parks and Recreation has an active Instagram (@richardsonparksandrec) and Facebook (RichardsonParksandRec) presence, where they post updates and photos. Google reviews for 'Richardson Parks and Recreation' show a 4.5-star rating from 1,000+ reviews, generally praising the facilities and programs, though specific camp reviews are not easily isolated.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Richardson Parks & Rec Camp 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 411 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
  • Phone: (972) 744-7850
  • Cost notes: Estimated cost per week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Richardson Parks & Rec Camp

What ages does Richardson Parks & Rec Camp accept?
Richardson Parks & Rec Camp 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 Richardson Parks & Rec Camp cost?
Richardson Parks & Rec Camp publishes $150/week for the standard session. Estimated cost per week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Richardson Parks & Rec Camp's hours?
Richardson Parks & Rec Camp runs 9:00 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 Richardson Parks & Rec Camp?
Richardson Parks & Rec Camp 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 Richardson Parks & Rec Camp provide lunch?
Richardson Parks & Rec Camp 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 Richardson Parks & Rec Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in Richardson?
Richardson Parks & Rec Camp is one of 7 community/rec center camps in Richardson 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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