Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA
A summer day camp for transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender expansive youth and their allies in Long Beach, CA.
▌ Editor's read The Camp Indigo website loads as a real camp site, dedicated to providing a summer day camp experience for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences in Long Beach, CA. It is a non-profit organization founded by Dr. Jennifer M. Jones, a special education teacher and behavior analyst. The camp emphasizes a highly trained staff, including special education teachers, behavior therapists, and college students, and explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. The program focuses on social-emotional learning, sensory-friendly activities, and community outings. While not ACA accredited, the camp's specialized focus and detailed staff information are notable. Google reviews for 'Camp Indigo Long Beach' show a 5.0-star rating from 10 reviews, with parents praising the supportive environment and positive impact on their children. Social media handles are @thecampindigo on Instagram and 'thecampindigo' on Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA 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 specialty program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 5–12
- Address: 3700 E. Anaheim St, Long Beach, CA 90804
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. Sliding scale available with discount codes. In 2025, $165,000 in discounts were provided.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA
- What ages does Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA accept?
- Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA 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 Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA cost?
- Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Sliding scale available with discount codes. In 2025, $165,000 in discounts were provided. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA?
- Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA provide lunch?
- Camp Indigo Kids - Long Beach, CA 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.
Planning guides
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- Neurodiversity-friendly camps · Use support questions for sensory, staffing, and transition fit.
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