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Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp

Camp Newaygo · $280/week

A Spanish immersion day camp for children to learn and practice Spanish through games, songs, and cultural activities.

▌ Editor's read The Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about the program. Camp Newaygo is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, demonstrating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp also holds a Michigan state license, DC700016911. The organization has been operating for 98 years, founded by Carolyn Hoppes, and is a nonprofit entity. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. This is a day camp program, focusing on Spanish language acquisition through immersive activities. Camp Newaygo has a strong online presence, with a Google review rating of 4.9 stars from 189 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the engaging activities and dedicated staff. Social media handles include @campnewaygo on Instagram and campnewaygo on Facebook.
ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
Since 192898+ years operating
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 7–12

Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp 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 language/cultural 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
Yes
Established
1928 (98 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 7–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 5333 Gordon Ave, Newaygo, MI 49337, USA
  • Phone: 231-652-1184
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Cost is $280 for a 5-day session.

↗ What parents like

  • Full Spanish immersion
  • Focus on cultural activities
  • Support in English available

↘ Watch for

  • Only one week available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp

What ages does Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp accept?
Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp is open to children ages 7–12. 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 Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp cost?
Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp publishes $280/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp's hours?
Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp accredited?
Yes — Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 98 years. 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 Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp?
Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 98 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 Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion Day Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Newaygo Spanish Immersion 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.

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