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JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment)

Oceanway Center · $95/week

JaxParks Summer Camp offers affordable day enrichment programs for children aged 6-12 across various community centers in Jacksonville, Florida, focusing on ...

▌ Editor's read The JaxParks Summer Camp is a day enrichment program operated by the City of Jacksonville's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, as indicated on their official website (jacksonville.gov). The camp caters to children aged 6-12 and is offered at multiple community centers throughout Jacksonville, Florida. The program emphasizes recreation and learning activities, with a weekly fee of $95. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, which is a positive safety measure. However, specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published on the site. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), based on a search of the ACA directory. Social media presence includes an active Instagram account (@jaxparks) and a Facebook page (jaxparks), which showcase camp activities and community engagement. The camp's municipal ownership and widespread locations suggest a focus on community service and accessibility for local families.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment) 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 accredited or not found
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: 12215 Sago Ave W, Jacksonville, FL 32218
  • Phone: (904) 255-7919

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment)

What ages does JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment) accept?
JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment) 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 (Day Enrichment) cost?
JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment) publishes $95/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment)'s hours?
JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment) 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 (Day Enrichment)?
JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment) 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 (Day Enrichment) provide lunch?
JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment) 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 (Day Enrichment) compare to other community/rec center camps in Jacksonville?
JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment) 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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