What ages does Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp accept?

Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp is open to children ages 6–10. 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 Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp cost?

Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp publishes $63/week for the standard session. $62.50/week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp's hours?

Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp runs 7:30am-5:30pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp?

Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp 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 Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp provide lunch?

Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp 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.

▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–10

Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp

Sarasota · $63/week

Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp offers affordable day camp experiences for children in Sarasota, focusing on recreation, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.sarasotacountyparks.com/programs-and-events/camps, loads successfully and details summer camp offerings by Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources. Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp is one of several locations listed, offering day camp programs for children aged 5-12. The camp runs from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and costs $62.50 per week for Sarasota County residents. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified. While not ACA accredited, the camp is run by a municipal parks department, which typically adheres to local government safety and operational standards. Google reviews for 'Sarasota County Parks' show a 4.6-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, reflecting general satisfaction with the county's recreational services. The camp's Instagram handle is @sarasotacountyparks and Facebook handle is SarasotaCountyParks.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 6–10

Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp 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: 6–10
Hours: 7:30am-5:30pm
Address: 5300 Colonial Oaks Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34232, USA
Cost notes: $62.50/week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp

What ages does Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp accept?: Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp is open to children ages 6–10. 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 Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp cost?: Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp publishes $63/week for the standard session. $62.50/week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp's hours?: Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp runs 7:30am-5:30pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp?: Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp 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 Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp provide lunch?: Colonial Oaks Park Summer Camp 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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