YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp
A traditional day camp in Boston's Chinatown, offering a variety of activities for children ages 5-13.
▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater Boston operates numerous day camps, including locations that serve the Chinatown area, though '8 Oak Street West' specifically refers to a general location rather than a distinct camp name. The YMCA of Greater Boston is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with their accreditation expiring in 2025, ensuring adherence to recognized safety and quality standards. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child development, safety, and first aid. Google reviews for the YMCA of Greater Boston generally show a rating of around 4.0-4.5 stars across various branches, with hundreds of reviews often praising program variety and staff engagement. The organization is a nonprofit, committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, and offers financial assistance to families. Social media handles include @ymcaboston on Instagram and YMCABoston on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–13
YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown 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
- Yes
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–13
- Hours: 7:30am-5:30pm
- Address: 8 Oak Street West, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- Phone: (617) 927-8060
- Cost notes: $450/week for members, $550/week for non-members
↗ What parents like
- Swimming twice a day
- Affordable weekly price
↘ Watch for
- No email address listed
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp
- What ages does YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp accept?
- YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp is open to children ages 5–13. 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 YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp cost?
- YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp publishes $450/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp's hours?
- YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp runs 7:30am-5:30pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp accredited?
- Yes — YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp?
- YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- Does YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp offer extended care?
- Yes — YMCA of Greater Boston - Chinatown Day Camp offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
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