Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp
This Tempe, AZ day camp offers children aged 6-10 a creative outlet to develop a play from concept to performance, culminating in a showcase for family and f...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Tempe's ActiveNet registration portal, specifically for a 'Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp.' This indicates the camp is run by the municipal parks and recreation department. The camp is designed for children aged 6-10 and focuses on developing a play from start to finish, including writing, acting, and performing. It runs for one week, from July 29 to August 2, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a fee of $80 for residents and $120 for non-residents. The camp description mentions a performance for family and friends on the last day. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation, specific staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies on this registration page. Google reviews for 'City of Tempe Parks and Recreation' generally show positive feedback, with a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, often praising well-maintained facilities and diverse program offerings, though specific camp reviews are not readily available.
Who thrives here Ages 10–12
Create a Play; Cottage Core- 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 theater/music 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
Details
- Category: Theater/Music
- Ages: 10–12
- 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 Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp
- What ages does Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp accept?
- Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp is open to children ages 10–12. 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 Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp cost?
- Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp publishes $80/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp's hours?
- Create a Play; Cottage Core- 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 Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp?
- Create a Play; Cottage Core- 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 Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp provide lunch?
- Create a Play; Cottage Core- 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 Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp compare to other theater/music camps in Tempe?
- Create a Play; Cottage Core- Summer Camp is one of 7 theater/music 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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