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Summer Playcamps

Boise · $130/week

Summer Playcamps, offered by Boise Parks and Recreation, provide themed weekly day camp experiences for children aged 5-12 at various community centers.

▌ Editor's read Summer Playcamps are day camps operated by the City of Boise Parks and Recreation department, offering weekly themed sessions for children aged 5-12 at multiple community centers. The program runs from June 3 to August 9, 2024, with each week featuring a different theme like 'Superheroes' or 'Mad Scientist' (source: cityofboise.org). The cost is $130 per week for residents and $195 for non-residents, with financial assistance available. The website states that all staff members undergo background checks, highlighting a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited, the camp benefits from being a municipal program, often implying adherence to city-level safety and operational standards. Google reviews for 'Boise Parks and Recreation' generally show a positive sentiment, with a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the variety of programs and facilities.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–11

Summer Playcamps 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: 6–11
  • Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 1104 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702
  • Phone: (208) 608-7680
  • Cost notes: Cost for Boise residents. Non-resident cost is $200.95/week. A payment plan is available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Playcamps

What ages does Summer Playcamps accept?
Summer Playcamps is open to children ages 6–11. 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 Summer Playcamps cost?
Summer Playcamps publishes $130/week for the standard session. Cost for Boise residents. Non-resident cost is $200.95/week. A payment plan is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Playcamps's hours?
Summer Playcamps runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Playcamps?
Summer Playcamps 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 Summer Playcamps provide lunch?
Summer Playcamps 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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