Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–11 · $450/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–11

Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2

Alabama · $450/week

An overnight camp for elementary-aged children at Camp Sumatanga with faith-based activities.

▌ Editor's read Camp Sumatanga's website loads successfully, detailing various summer camp programs including 'Elementary 2 (July 5-10)' as an overnight option. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The website states that all staff members undergo background checks, emphasizing safety protocols. Google reviews for Camp Sumatanga show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 179 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children and the supportive Christian environment. The camp is owned and operated by the United Methodist Church. Social media handles found on the site are @campsumatanga for Instagram and 'campsumatanga' for Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Who thrives here Ages 8–11

Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
Not listed
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–11
  • Address: 3616 Sumatanga Rd, Gallant, AL 35972
  • Phone: (256) 538-9860
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $450 for 1 week

↗ What parents like

  • Faith-based activities
  • Variety of traditional camp activities

↘ Watch for

  • No specific cons mentioned

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2

What ages does Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 accept?
Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 is open to children ages 8–11. 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 Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 cost?
Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 publishes $450/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 accredited?
Yes — Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2?
Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Gallant?
Camp Sumatanga - Elementary 2 is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Gallant 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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