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Parker Summers Camp Session I

Lincoln Park · $716/week

Parker Summers Camp offers a variety of day camp experiences for children in grades JK-8, focusing on enrichment, sports, and traditional camp activities wit...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the summer programs page of Francis W. Parker School. The camp is a day camp, offering programs for children in grades JK-8, including traditional camp, sports camps, and enrichment courses. The school itself, Francis W. Parker School, has a Google rating of 4.3 stars based on 104 reviews, with general comments praising the school's academic environment and community. There is no specific ACA accreditation information for the summer camp found on acacamps.org. The website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for summer staff. Social media handles for the school are @fwparker on Instagram and 'fwparker' on Facebook. The camp is operated by the Francis W. Parker School, indicating a 'school' owner type.
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Who thrives here Ages 4–13

Parker Summers Camp 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 traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
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Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 4–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 330 West Webster Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60614
  • Cost notes: Session I (2 weeks) is $1431 for 1st-2nd grade, $1590 for 3rd-8th grade. Price per week is an estimate.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Parker Summers Camp Session I

What ages does Parker Summers Camp Session I accept?
Parker Summers Camp Session I is open to children ages 4–13. 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 Parker Summers Camp Session I cost?
Parker Summers Camp Session I publishes $716/week for the standard session. Session I (2 weeks) is $1431 for 1st-2nd grade, $1590 for 3rd-8th grade. Price per week is an estimate. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Parker Summers Camp Session I's hours?
Parker Summers Camp Session I 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 Parker Summers Camp Session I?
Parker Summers Camp Session I is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Parker Summers Camp Session I provide lunch?
Parker Summers Camp 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 Parker Summers Camp Session I compare to other traditional day camp camps in Chicago?
Parker Summers Camp Session I is one of 22 traditional day camp camps in Chicago 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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