Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 9–11 · $590/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 9–11

Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas

Noe Valley · $590/week · ★ 3.4 (14 reviews)

Innovation-focused day camp for pre-K to 10th graders, with hands-on projects and creative challenges.

▌ Editor's read The Galileo Camps website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs, including the Twin Peaks/Noe Valley location. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Galileo Camps was founded by Glen Tripp and has been operating for over 20 years, indicating a long-standing presence in the summer camp industry. They are a for-profit organization. The website states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:8 for pre-K to 5th grade and 1:10 for 6th-8th grade, and explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. The program is a day camp, offering various innovation-themed activities. Google reviews for 'Galileo Camps' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, with many parents praising the engaging activities and dedicated staff. The camp's social media presence includes active Instagram (@galileocamps) and Facebook (galileocamps) accounts.
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Since 200620+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 9–11

Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2006 (20 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 9–11
  • Hours: 9am-3pm
  • Address: 625 Douglass St, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA
  • Phone: (628) 246-1049
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Weekly prices vary, starting at $520.

Runs 9am-3pm, 6 sessions (6 one-week), from Jun 8 to Jul 17.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $590
  • Session 2 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $520
  • Session 3 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $590
  • Session 4 Jun 29 – Jul 2, 2026 · 1 week · $520
  • Session 5 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $590
  • Session 6 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $590

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on innovation
  • Hands-on projects
  • STEAM-focused

↘ Watch for

  • Pricey
  • No weekend programs

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas

What ages does Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas accept?
Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas is open to children ages 9–11. 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 Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas cost?
Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas publishes $590/week for the standard session. Weekly prices vary, starting at $520. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas's hours?
Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas runs 9am-3pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas?
Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas 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 Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas provide lunch?
Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas 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 Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas offer extended care?
Yes — Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas 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 Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas compare to other traditional day camp camps in San Francisco?
Galileo - Twin Peaks/Noe Valley - Supernovas is one of 207 traditional day camp 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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