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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 3–12

Ko-Ko-Mo

Bethesda · $400/week

Ko-Ko-Mo Day Camps offers a traditional summer day camp experience in Bethesda, Maryland, focusing on outdoor activities, sports, and creative arts for child...

▌ Editor's read Ko-Ko-Mo Day Camps, founded by Michael and Nancy D'Andrea, has been operating for over 40 years, providing a traditional day camp experience in Bethesda, Maryland. The camp's website loads successfully and details a program focused on sports, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities. The camp is not listed as accredited by the American Camp Association. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 50 reviews, with parents frequently commending the variety of activities and the positive, nurturing environment created by the staff. The camp's social media presence includes an Instagram handle @kokomodaycamps and a Facebook page 'kokomodaycamps'. The website does not explicitly mention staff background checks or specific staff-to-camper ratios. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity given its private ownership and operation over several decades.
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Since 198640+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 3–12

Ko-Ko-Mo 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
1986 (40 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 3–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 8601 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
  • Cost notes: USD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Ko-Ko-Mo

What ages does Ko-Ko-Mo accept?
Ko-Ko-Mo is open to children ages 3–12. 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 Ko-Ko-Mo cost?
Ko-Ko-Mo publishes $400/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Ko-Ko-Mo's hours?
Ko-Ko-Mo 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 Ko-Ko-Mo?
Ko-Ko-Mo is operated by a private business, with 40 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Ko-Ko-Mo provide lunch?
Ko-Ko-Mo 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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