Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 3–11 · $575/week
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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 3–11

Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks

Culver City · $575/week · ★ 4.5 (8 reviews)

Nature School LA offers outdoor-focused day camps in various Los Angeles parks, emphasizing nature exploration, play, and environmental education for childre...

▌ Editor's read Nature School LA's website loads as a real camp site, offering day camp programs for children aged 3-10 across various Los Angeles parks. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The founder, Sarah A. Johnson, holds a Master's in Education and has over 20 years of teaching experience, having founded the school in 2014, indicating 10 years of operation. The website explicitly states that all staff are CPR/First Aid certified and undergo background checks, demonstrating a commitment to safety. Programs focus on outdoor exploration, nature-based play, and environmental education. Google reviews for 'Nature School LA' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 38 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities, knowledgeable staff, and positive impact on their children's connection to nature. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity. Social media handles include @natureschoolla on Instagram and natureschoolla on Facebook.
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Since 201610+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 3–11

Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. outdoors/nature content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2016 (10 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 3–11
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Cost notes: Tier 1 (Early Bird by Apr 17): $525/week. Tier 2 (by May 15): $545/week. Tier 3 (Regular): $575/week. Field trip transportation $25/day optional.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks

What ages does Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks accept?
Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks is open to children ages 3–11. 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 Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks cost?
Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks publishes $575/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks's hours?
Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks runs 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks?
Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks is operated by a private business, with 10 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 Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks provide lunch?
Nature School LA – Park & Field Trip Weeks 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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