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▌ General · Ages 5–15

The REALM

Santa Monica · ★ 4.8 (17 reviews)

The REALM offers summer day camps in Santa Monica focused on project-based learning, creativity, and critical thinking for children from kindergarten through...

▌ Editor's read The REALM's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp and learning center. Founded by Dr. Laura Blasi, the organization has been operating for 20 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They are not listed as accredited by the American Camp Association. The program is a day camp, offering various themed sessions for different age groups, from kindergarten to middle school, with a focus on project-based learning and creative exploration. Google reviews for 'The REALM Santa Monica' show a rating of 4.8 stars based on 10 reviews, with parents praising the engaging activities, dedicated staff, and positive learning environment. The website does not explicitly mention staff background checks or specific staff-to-camper ratios. Social media handles found on the site are @realmlearning for Instagram and 'realmlearning' for Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–15

The REALM 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 general 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
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: General
  • Ages: 5–15
  • Hours: 9:00 AM–4:30 PM
  • Address: 400 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405
  • Phone: (310) 399-1139
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Not listed

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  • Dates not yet published
  • Pricing not published

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about The REALM

What ages does The REALM accept?
The REALM is open to children ages 5–15. 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.
What are The REALM's hours?
The REALM runs 9:00 AM–4:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs The REALM?
The REALM 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 The REALM provide lunch?
The REALM 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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