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Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp

Edna Vihel Arts Ctr · $140/week

This Tempe, AZ day camp offers children aged 6-12 an opportunity to explore various ceramic techniques, including hand-building, sculpting, and wheel throwing.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Tempe's ActiveNet registration portal, specifically for 'Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp'. This indicates the camp is operated by the City of Tempe's Parks and Recreation department. The camp is a day program for children aged 6-12, focusing on various ceramic techniques such as hand-building, sculpting, and wheel throwing. It runs for one week, from July 22-26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, at the Tempe Arts Center. The cost is $140 for residents and $182 for non-residents. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, specific staff ratios, or background check policies on this registration page. Google reviews for 'Tempe Arts Center' show a rating of 4.6 stars from 153 reviews, with positive comments often mentioning the quality of classes and facilities.
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Who thrives here Ages 9–11

Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp 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 arts 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
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: Arts
  • Ages: 9–11
  • Hours: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe, AZ 85282
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp

What ages does Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp accept?
Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp is open to children ages 9–11. 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 Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp cost?
Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp publishes $140/week for the standard session. That sits 40% above the $100 median for arts camps in Tempe — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp's hours?
Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp runs 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp?
Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer 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 Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp provide lunch?
Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer 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 Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp compare to other arts camps in Tempe?
Ceramics; Clay Creatives - Summer Camp is one of 9 arts camps in Tempe 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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