What ages does Stingrays accept?

Stingrays is open to children ages 8–10. 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 Stingrays cost?

Stingrays publishes $305/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Stingrays's hours?

Stingrays runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Stingrays 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 Stingrays provide lunch?

Stingrays 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 8–10

Stingrays

Morton & Barbara Mandel Recreation Center · $305/week

Stingrays Summer Camp, offered by the Town of Palm Beach Recreation Department, provides a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-12 with variou...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as the official website for the Town of Palm Beach Recreation Department, which offers the Stingrays Summer Camp. The camp is a day program for children aged 5-12, running from June 10 to August 2, 2024. It operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a weekly fee of $305 for residents and $366 for non-residents. Activities include sports, arts and crafts, games, and field trips to local attractions like the Palm Beach Zoo and Rapids Water Park. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no explicit language regarding staff background checks on the camp's page. The Town of Palm Beach Recreation Department has a Facebook page (@TownofPalmBeachRecreation) but no readily apparent Instagram handle for the camp itself. Google reviews for 'Town of Palm Beach Recreation Department' show a 4.5-star rating from 45 reviews, with comments generally praising the facilities and programs.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 8–10

Stingrays 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: 8–10
Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Address: 340 Seaview Avenue, Palm Beach, FL 33480, USA
Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Stingrays

What ages does Stingrays accept?: Stingrays is open to children ages 8–10. 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 Stingrays cost?: Stingrays publishes $305/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Stingrays's hours?: Stingrays runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Stingrays?: Stingrays 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 Stingrays provide lunch?: Stingrays 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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