Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top
Steinbach Arts Council offers a variety of arts-focused day camps, including "Under the Big Top," designed to foster...
▌ Editor's read The Steinbach Arts Council website loads successfully and details various arts programs, including summer camps like 'Under the Big Top.' The organization is a non-profit, celebrating over 40 years of operation, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The Executive Director is Cindi Rempel Patrick. The camp is a day program, offering activities such as dance, drama, and visual arts. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the website does mention 'qualified instructors.' The Steinbach Arts Council has a Google rating of 4.8 stars based on 104 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the quality of instruction and the positive impact on children. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific provincial licensing on their website. Social media handles are @steinbacharts for Instagram and 'steinbachartscouncil' for Facebook.
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Since 198640+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top 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 arts program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1986 (40 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 8:45 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 304 Second Street, Steinbach, MB R5G 0T7, Canada
- Phone: (204) 346-1077
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $165 CAD for 5-day week. Membership required.
↗ What parents like
- Variety of themed camps
- Affordable weekly rate
- Offers bursaries
↘ Watch for
- Membership required
- Located in Steinbach, MB
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top
- What ages does Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top accept?
- Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top 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 Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top cost?
- Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top publishes $165/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top's hours?
- Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top runs 8:45 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 Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top?
- Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 40 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top provide lunch?
- Steinbach Arts Council - Under the Big Top 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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