Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School
Adventures in Writing Camp offers summer day camps for elementary and middle school students, focusing on developing writing skills through engaging themes a...
▌ Editor's read The Adventures in Writing Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about its programs. The camp was founded by Dr. JoAnn Goldsmith and has been operating for over 20 years, since 2003. It is a for-profit organization offering day camps for students in grades 2-8, with a focus on creative writing. The website states that all staff are fingerprinted and background checked. While the specific St. John School location is mentioned, the camp operates at various school sites. Google reviews for 'Adventures in Writing Camp' generally show a high rating, averaging 4.9 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging curriculum and positive impact on their children's writing skills. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA).
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Since 200620+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–10
Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School 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 academic program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2006 (20 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Academic
- Ages: 6–10
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 925 Chenery Street, San Francisco, CA 94131, USA
- Cost notes: $1309 for the 10-day session. USD currency.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School
- What ages does Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School accept?
- Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School is open to children ages 6–10. 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 Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School cost?
- Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School publishes $655/week for the standard session. $1309 for the 10-day session. USD currency. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School's hours?
- Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School 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 Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School?
- Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School is operated by a private business, with 20 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 Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School provide lunch?
- Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School 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.
- How does Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School compare to other academic camps in San Francisco?
- Adventures in Writing Camp - St John School is one of 7 academic camps in San Francisco 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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