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PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center

Washington Activity Center · $80/week

Affordable summer day camp offering a variety of activities including sports, arts, and educational games for children

▌ Editor's read The PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center is a day camp operated by the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department, catering to children aged 6-12. The website, phoenix.gov/administration/departments/parks/classes-programs/phxplays-camps.html, loads successfully and provides details on the program, including a weekly cost of $80. While not ACA accredited, the program is run by a municipal entity, which typically implies adherence to city-mandated safety and operational standards. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks and training, indicating a commitment to child safety. Google reviews for 'PHXPlays Summer Camp' or 'Phoenix Parks and Recreation' are generally positive, with the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department having a 4.4-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the variety of activities and affordability. The camp offers a range of activities including sports, games, arts and crafts, and field trips. Social media handles for the department are @phxparksandrec on Instagram and 'phxparksandrec' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Address: 2240 W Citrus Way, Phoenix, AZ 85015
  • Phone: 602-262-6542

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center

What ages does PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center accept?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center is open to children ages 6–12. 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 PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center cost?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center publishes $80/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center's hours?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center runs 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center 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 PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center provide lunch?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center 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 PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center compare to other traditional day camp camps in Phoenix?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Washington Activity Center is one of 46 traditional day camp camps in Phoenix 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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