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Summer at Friends

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Summer at Friends offers a variety of day camp programs for children aged 4-13, focusing on enrichment, sports, and traditional camp activities on the Friend...

▌ Editor's read The Summer at Friends website loads successfully, detailing a day camp program for children aged 4-13, operated by the Friends School of Baltimore. The camp offers various programs including traditional day camp, sports camps, and enrichment camps. While not ACA accredited, the website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in safety, first aid, and CPR. Google reviews for 'Friends School of Baltimore' indicate a 4.5-star rating from 104 reviews, with parents generally praising the school's community and educational environment, which suggests a positive foundation for its summer programs. The camp's social media handles are @friendsbalt on Instagram and friendsbalt on Facebook. The camp is clearly affiliated with the Friends School of Baltimore, indicating a school-based ownership model.
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Who thrives here Ages 4–13

Summer at Friends 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
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 4–13
  • Hours: 8:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Address: 5114 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21210, USA
  • Cost notes: Rates not listed on the website. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer at Friends

What ages does Summer at Friends accept?
Summer at Friends is open to children ages 4–13. 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 Summer at Friends cost?
Summer at Friends doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Rates not listed on the website. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Summer at Friends's hours?
Summer at Friends runs 8:45 a.m. to 5:00 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 Summer at Friends?
Summer at Friends is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer at Friends provide lunch?
Summer at Friends 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 Summer at Friends compare to other traditional day camp camps in Baltimore?
Summer at Friends is one of 30 traditional day camp camps in Baltimore 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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