Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K)
A tech-free summer day camp in Agoura Hills, CA, focusing on building confidence and friendships in an unplugged...
▌ Editor's read Camp Kinneret's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, and holds California state license number 191600002. The camp has been operating for over 50 years, founded by Howard and Cindy Warshaw, indicating a strong history and experience in youth programming. The 'Sparrow' program specifically caters to PreK-K campers with a published staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Kinneret show an average rating of 4.9 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the caring staff, variety of activities, and positive environment. The camp operates as a day camp and appears to be a for-profit entity. Social media handles include @campkinneret on Instagram and 'campkinneret' on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 4–6
Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. general programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1976 (50 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: General
- Ages: 4–6
- Hours: 9:20 AM - 3:20 PM
- Address: 29646 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
- Phone: (818) 706-8255
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $2310 per two-week session. Multi-session and sibling discounts available.
Runs 9:20 AM - 3:20 PM, 4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 15 to Aug 7.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 15 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks
- Session 2 Jun 29 – Jul 10, 2026 · 2 weeks
- Session 3 Jul 13 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks
- Session 4 Jul 27 – Aug 7, 2026 · 2 weeks
↗ What parents like
- Tech-free environment
- Small group sizes
- Long-standing camp since 1954
↘ Watch for
- Enrollment is by session, not week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K)
- What ages does Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) accept?
- Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) is open to children ages 4–6. 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 Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) cost?
- Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) publishes $1,155/week for the standard session. $2310 per two-week session. Multi-session and sibling discounts available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K)'s hours?
- Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) runs 9:20 AM - 3:20 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) accredited?
- Yes — Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 50 years. 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 Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K)?
- Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) is operated by a private business, with 50 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 Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) provide lunch?
- Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) 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.
- Does Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) offer extended care?
- Yes — Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- Does Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) offer transportation?
- Camp Kinneret - Sparrow (PreK-K) provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
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