Saint Francis Faire Camp
Saint Francis Faire Camp offers a medieval-themed day camp experience for children entering grades 1-6, focusing on crafts, games, and historical activities.
▌ Editor's read The Saint Francis Faire Camp is a day camp for children entering grades 1-6, hosted by the University of Saint Francis. The camp's theme is medieval, and activities include crafts, games, and historical learning. The camp is part of the university's broader summer programs, as indicated by the URL structure and the social media handles. While the website provides details on activities and registration, it does not mention ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or specific background check policies for staff. The camp is clearly operated by a university, which is a notable strength in terms of institutional backing and resources. Social media links for 'sfusummerprograms' are provided, suggesting a centralized approach to summer program promotion.
Who thrives here Ages 8–12
Saint Francis Faire Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right religious fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Religious
- Ages: 8–12
- Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Address: 2701 Spring St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808
- Phone: (260) 399-7700
- Cost notes: USD.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Saint Francis Faire Camp
- What ages does Saint Francis Faire Camp accept?
- Saint Francis Faire Camp is open to children ages 8–12. 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.
- How much does Saint Francis Faire Camp cost?
- Saint Francis Faire Camp publishes $300/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Saint Francis Faire Camp's hours?
- Saint Francis Faire Camp runs 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Saint Francis Faire Camp?
- Saint Francis Faire Camp is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Saint Francis Faire Camp provide lunch?
- Saint Francis Faire 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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