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JaxParks Summer Camp - Mary Lena Gibbs - Session I

Mary Lena Gibbs · $48/week

JaxParks Summer Camp at Mary Lena Gibbs Community Center offers a diverse day camp experience for children aged 6-12, focusing on recreation, education, and ...

▌ Editor's read The JaxParks Summer Camp website loads successfully and provides information on various summer camp locations, including the Mary Lena Gibbs Community Center. The camp is a day program for children aged 6-12, 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 background screened and trained to provide a safe and fun environment for your child.' While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the emphasis on background checks is a positive indicator. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association. Google reviews for 'JaxParks Summer Camp' generally reflect positive experiences, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the variety of activities and engaging staff. Social media handles found are @jaxparks on Instagram and 'jaxparks' on Facebook, which are for the broader department rather than a specific camp location.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

JaxParks Summer Camp - Mary Lena Gibbs - 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: 6974 Wilson Blvd., 32210, 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 - Mary Lena Gibbs - Session I

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