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Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8)

Frontier S.C. Central Pavilion - 3380 Cedar Glade Dr. · $290/week · ★ 4.4 (32 reviews)

Camp Frontier, offered by the Naperville Park District, provides a traditional day camp experience for children aged 6-8 with a focus on outdoor activities a...

▌ Editor's read The Naperville Park District website (napervilleparks.org) loads successfully and details various programs, including Camp Frontier for ages 6-8. The camp is a traditional day camp, operating from Frontier S.C. Central Pavilion. The Naperville Park District is a municipal parks organization. While specific Google reviews for 'Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) Naperville' are not readily available, the Naperville Park District generally holds a strong reputation, with Google reviews for the district averaging around 4.5 stars. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in areas such as first aid, CPR, and behavior management. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles found are @napervilleparks on Instagram and 'napervilleparks' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–8

Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. traditional day camp content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

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: 6–8
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: Naperville, IL 60540, USA
  • Cost notes: USD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8)

What ages does Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) accept?
Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) is open to children ages 6–8. 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 Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) cost?
Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) publishes $290/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8)'s hours?
Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) runs 8:00 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 Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8)?
Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) 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 Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) provide lunch?
Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) 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 Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Naperville?
Camp Frontier (Ages 6-8) is one of 9 traditional day camp camps in Naperville 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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