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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–18

Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse

1171 E Madison Ave, El Cajon · ★ 3.8 (16 reviews)

Provides a safe and positive environment for youth with various programs and activities.

▌ Editor's read The website for the Boys & Girls Clubs of East County (bgcec.org) loads successfully. The El Cajon Clubhouse is part of this larger organization, which states it has been serving the community since 1961, indicating 59 years of operation from 2020. It is clearly a nonprofit organization, as indicated by its name and mission. The programs offered are primarily after-school and summer day programs, focusing on academic support, health and wellness, and character development. While the website mentions staff, it does not explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio or detail background check policies. Social media presence includes an active Instagram account (@bgcec) and a Facebook page (BGCElCajon). There is no indication of ACA accreditation or specific state licensing information for the camp programs on the website.
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Since 196759+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–18

Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. community/rec center programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1967 (59 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–18
  • Address: 1171 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
  • Phone: (619) 440-1600
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Pricing is not available on the website. You must create an account to view pricing information.

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on academic success
  • Character development programs

↘ Watch for

  • Pricing not publicly available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse

What ages does Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse accept?
Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse is open to children ages 5–18. 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 Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse cost?
Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing is not available on the website. You must create an account to view pricing information. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse?
Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 59 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 Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse provide lunch?
Boys & Girls Clubs of East County - El Cajon Clubhouse 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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