Camp · Academic · Ages 13–16 · $350/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 13–16

Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors

University of the Fraser Valley · $350/week

A philosophy camp for teens aged 13-16 exploring complex ethical dilemmas and philosophical concepts.

▌ Editor's read The Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors is a day camp hosted by the University of the Fraser Valley's Centre for Philosophy for Children. The camp focuses on developing critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and philosophical inquiry in children. The website indicates that the camp is for children aged 8-12 and runs from July 8-12, 2024, with a cost of $350. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or provincial licensing on the website. Google reviews for the specific camp were not found, but the University of the Fraser Valley has a 4.2-star rating from 512 reviews, with general comments about the university experience. The camp's Facebook presence is through the main UFV page. The camp is clearly affiliated with and run by the university, suggesting a strong academic foundation for its program.
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Who thrives here Ages 13–16

Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in academic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 13–16
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 33844 King Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M8, Canada
  • Phone: (604) 854-4500
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: CAD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors

What ages does Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors accept?
Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors is open to children ages 13–16. 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 Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors cost?
Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors publishes $350/week for the standard session. CAD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors's hours?
Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors 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 Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors?
Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors provide lunch?
Thinking Playground Camp - Noble Warriors 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.

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