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James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp

Berkeley · $165/week

A general day camp offering a variety of recreational activities, arts and crafts, and outdoor play for children.

▌ Editor's read The James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp is part of the Berkeley Summer Camps program, operated by the City of Berkeley's Parks, Recreation & Waterfront department (berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/parks-recreation/camps/berkeley-summer-camps). This indicates a municipal ownership structure. The camp is described as a day camp, running from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and caters to children entering grades 1-5. Activities listed include arts and crafts, sports, games, and field trips, suggesting a broad recreational focus. The camp's cost is listed at $165 per week for residents and $190 for non-residents. While the website provides general information about the camp's offerings and schedule, it lacks specific details regarding staff qualifications, staff-to-camper ratios, or explicit statements about background checks for employees. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), based on a search of their directory. The Berkeley Parks and Recreation Facebook page (@BerkeleyParksandRec) serves as a social media presence for the department, but specific information or reviews directly pertaining to the James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp are not readily available there.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp 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 community/rec center program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not accredited or not found
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1720 8th St, Berkeley, CA 94710
  • Phone: 510-981-5150
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp

What ages does James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp accept?
James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp is open to children ages 5–12. 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 James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp cost?
James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp publishes $165/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp's hours?
James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp?
James Kenney Discovery Fun 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 James Kenney Discovery Fun Camp provide lunch?
James Kenney Discovery Fun 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.

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