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Proctor Day Camp

Peoria Park District

A traditional day camp offering a variety of recreational activities and games for children.

▌ Editor's read The Peoria Park District website (peoriaparks.org/programs/camps/) loads successfully and details various camp offerings, including Proctor Day Camp. This camp is designed for children aged 5-12, offering a traditional day camp experience with activities like games, crafts, and outdoor play. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, nor does it provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks. The Peoria Park District operates as a municipal parks department, indicating a public ownership structure. Google reviews for 'Peoria Park District' show a 4.4-star rating from 1,029 reviews, reflecting general satisfaction with the district's offerings. Social media handles found are @peoriaparks on Instagram and PeoriaParkDistrict on Facebook. The camp's program type is clearly day camp, with specific weekly themes and registration information provided on the site.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Proctor Day 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 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: 6–12
  • Address: 309 S. McArthur Hwy, Peoria, IL 61605
  • Phone: 309-682-1200
  • Email: [email protected]

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Proctor Day Camp

What ages does Proctor Day Camp accept?
Proctor Day Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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.
Who runs Proctor Day Camp?
Proctor Day 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 Proctor Day Camp provide lunch?
Proctor Day 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.
How does Proctor Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Peoria?
Proctor Day Camp is one of 8 traditional day camp camps in Peoria 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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