Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–12 · $48/week
▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–12

JaxParks Summer Camp - Julian Barrs - Session I

Julian Barrs · $48/week

JaxParks Summer Camp at Julian Barrs offers a variety of activities including sports, arts and crafts, and field trips for children aged 6-12, operated by th...

▌ Editor's read The JaxParks Summer Camp website loads successfully and provides information about their various summer camp locations, including Julian Barrs. The camp is a day camp program for children aged 6-12, offering activities such as sports, games, arts and crafts, and field trips. The program is operated by the City of Jacksonville's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, classifying it as a municipal-parks owner type. The website states that "All staff are screened and background checked," indicating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the program is affordable at $47.50 per week. Google reviews for 'JaxParks Summer Camp' generally show a rating of 4.0 stars based on 100+ reviews, with parents often praising the variety of activities and affordability, though some mention occasional disorganization. The camp is not accredited by the ACA, and no state license number is provided on the website. Social media handles found are @jaxparks on Instagram and 'jaxparks' on Facebook.
Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

Who thrives here Ages 6–12

JaxParks Summer Camp - Julian Barrs - Session I 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: 10151 Crystal Springs Rd, 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 - Julian Barrs - Session I

What ages does JaxParks Summer Camp - Julian Barrs - Session I accept?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Julian Barrs - Session I 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 - Julian Barrs - Session I cost?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Julian Barrs - Session I 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 - Julian Barrs - Session I's hours?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Julian Barrs - Session I 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 - Julian Barrs - Session I?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Julian Barrs - Session I 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 - Julian Barrs - Session I provide lunch?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Julian Barrs - Session I 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 - Julian Barrs - Session I compare to other community/rec center camps in Jacksonville?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Julian Barrs - Session I 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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