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JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III

Cecil Center · $48/week

JaxParks Summer Camp at Cecil Center offers affordable, themed weekly day camp experiences for children aged 6-12, focusing on recreation and community engag...

▌ Editor's read The JaxParks Summer Camp website loads successfully and provides information on various summer camp locations, including Cecil Center. It is a day camp program for children aged 6-12, with weekly themed sessions. The cost is notably affordable at $47.50 per week for Duval County residents, with a slightly higher fee for non-residents. The website states that 'All staff are screened and background checked,' indicating a commitment to safety. The camp is operated by the City of Jacksonville's Parks, Recreation and Community Services department, classifying it as a municipal-parks owner type. There is no mention of ACA accreditation. Google reviews for 'JaxParks Summer Camp' generally reflect positive experiences regarding affordability and variety of activities, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from 100+ reviews for the main JaxParks entity. Social media handles found are @jaxparks on Instagram and JaxParks on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 13611 Normandy Blvd, 32221, Jacksonville, FL, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. $95 per 2-week session. $20 non-refundable fee included in cost.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III

What ages does JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III accept?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III is open to children ages 6–12. 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 JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III cost?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III publishes $48/week for the standard session. USD. $95 per 2-week session. $20 non-refundable fee included in cost. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III's hours?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III runs 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III 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 JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III provide lunch?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III 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 JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III compare to other community/rec center camps in Jacksonville?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Cecil Center - Session III is one of 66 community/rec center camps in Jacksonville 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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