William J. Oakes Branch
Offers after-school programs and a walking program from local schools.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL, sdyouth.org, loads successfully and belongs to San Diego Youth Services, a non-profit organization. The William J. Oakes Branch is one of their locations, offering various programs. The organization was founded in 1902, indicating a long history of community service. Their website states, 'All staff and volunteers undergo background checks,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. While they offer after-school programs and summer activities, it's not a traditional 'camp' in the ACA sense, and no ACA accreditation was found. The organization focuses on comprehensive youth support, including mental health, substance abuse prevention, and services for homeless youth, which extends beyond typical recreational camp offerings.
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Since 1241902+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–18
William J. Oakes Branch 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
- 124 (1902 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Community/Rec Center
- Ages: 5–18
- Address: 2930 Marcy Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
- Phone: (619) 232-9622
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $60 annual membership fee. No monthly fee mentioned.
↗ What parents like
- Walking program from local schools
- No monthly fee
↘ Watch for
- Limited summer program information
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about William J. Oakes Branch
- What ages does William J. Oakes Branch accept?
- William J. Oakes Branch 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 William J. Oakes Branch cost?
- William J. Oakes Branch doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. $60 annual membership fee. No monthly fee mentioned. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs William J. Oakes Branch?
- William J. Oakes Branch is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1902 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 William J. Oakes Branch provide lunch?
- William J. Oakes Branch 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 William J. Oakes Branch offer extended care?
- Yes — William J. Oakes Branch 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.
- How does William J. Oakes Branch compare to other community/rec center camps in San Diego?
- William J. Oakes Branch is one of 10 community/rec center camps in San Diego that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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