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John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp

Overland Park

John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp, part of Johnson County Park & Recreation District, offers diverse day camp experiences for children in Overland Park, Kan...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District (JCPRD) Camps page, which lists various summer camp options, including those held at John Diemer Elementary. JCPRD is a municipal parks and recreation department, indicating a public, community-based ownership model. The website states that all JCPRD staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED, emphasizing a commitment to safety. The camps are day camps, offering full-day programs for children. While specific Google reviews for 'John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp' are not readily available, JCPRD as a whole has a strong Google rating of 4.6 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about program quality and staff. The camp is not ACA accredited, nor is a state license number explicitly listed on the site. Social media handles for JCPRD are @jcparksandrec on Instagram and JCPRD.org on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages up to 17

John Diemer Elementary Summer 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 0–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 9600 Lamar Ave, Overland Park, KS 66207, USA
  • Cost notes: USD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp

What ages does John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp accept?
John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp is open to children ages up to 17. 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.
What are John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp's hours?
John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp 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 John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp?
John Diemer Elementary Summer 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 John Diemer Elementary Summer Camp provide lunch?
John Diemer Elementary Summer 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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