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Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8)

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Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps offer a variety of day camp experiences for K-8 youth, focusing on recreation, enrichment, and community engagement within Cambri...

▌ Editor's read The Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps website (cambridgema.gov/Services/summercampsandprograms) loads successfully and provides information on various summer programs for K-8 students. The camps are operated by the City of Cambridge's Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP), indicating a municipal ownership structure. The site mentions that 'all DHSP staff are CORI/SORI checked and fingerprinted,' confirming background checks are conducted. The programs are day camps, offering activities like arts and crafts, sports, and field trips across multiple locations in Cambridge. While not ACA accredited, the camps are part of a city department. Google reviews for 'Cambridge DHSP' generally show a positive sentiment, with a 4.5-star rating from 100+ reviews, often praising the variety of programs and dedicated staff. Social media handles found include @cambridgedhsp on Instagram and CambridgeDHSP on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–14

Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8) 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 traditional day camp 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
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–14
  • Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
  • Address: 51 Inman St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  • Phone: (617) 349-6200
  • Cost notes: Affordable cost based on family size and income.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8)

What ages does Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8) accept?
Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8) is open to children ages 5–14. 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 Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8) cost?
Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Affordable cost based on family size and income. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8)'s hours?
Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8) runs 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 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 Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8)?
Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-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 Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-8) provide lunch?
Cambridge DHSP Summer Camps (K-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.

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