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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

Camp GWC - Full Day Camp

George Wilson Center · $185/week

A full-day summer camp in Newark, DE, offering a variety of recreational activities for children.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Newark, Delaware Parks and Recreation catalog, where 'Camp GWC - Full Day Camp' is listed. This indicates the camp is a municipal program. The camp is a full-day program, and the catalog lists various activities and age groups. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the catalog page or the broader City of Newark Parks and Recreation website. Staff-to-camper ratios or specific background check policies are not detailed on the registration page. The City of Newark, DE Parks and Recreation has a Facebook page (CityofNewarkDE) which promotes various programs, including summer camps. Google reviews for 'City of Newark Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 100 reviews, with comments generally positive about facilities and programs.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp GWC - Full Day Camp 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 traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: 220 S Main St, Newark, DE 19711
  • Phone: 302-366-7000
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. City of Newark Parks and Recreation Department.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp GWC - Full Day Camp

What ages does Camp GWC - Full Day Camp accept?
Camp GWC - Full Day Camp 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 GWC - Full Day Camp cost?
Camp GWC - Full Day Camp publishes $185/week for the standard session. USD. City of Newark Parks and Recreation Department. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp GWC - Full Day Camp's hours?
Camp GWC - Full Day Camp runs 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp GWC - Full Day Camp?
Camp GWC - Full Day Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp GWC - Full Day Camp provide lunch?
Camp GWC - Full Day Camp 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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