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Club SHPR (Summer Playground)

Sterling Heights · $125/week

A supervised summer playground program offering various recreational activities for children in Sterling Heights.

▌ Editor's read The website for Club SHPR (Summer Playground) loads successfully and provides information about a summer day camp for children aged 6-12, operated by the Sterling Heights Parks and Recreation Department. The program runs for 8 weeks, with participants able to register for individual weeks. Activities include games, sports, arts and crafts, and special events. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The Sterling Heights Parks and Recreation Facebook page (SterlingHeightsParksAndRecreation) is active and promotes the camp. There is no specific mention of staff-to-camper ratios or background checks on the provided camp page. Google reviews for 'Sterling Heights Parks and Recreation' show a 4.5-star rating from 195 reviews, generally positive about the department's offerings.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Club SHPR (Summer Playground) 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
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Address: 40250 Dodge Park Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313
  • Phone: (586) 446-2700
  • Cost notes: Fee not explicitly mentioned as per week. Check brochure for details.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Club SHPR (Summer Playground)

What ages does Club SHPR (Summer Playground) accept?
Club SHPR (Summer Playground) is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Club SHPR (Summer Playground) cost?
Club SHPR (Summer Playground) publishes $125/week for the standard session. Fee not explicitly mentioned as per week. Check brochure for details. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Club SHPR (Summer Playground)'s hours?
Club SHPR (Summer Playground) runs 9 a.m. to 4 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 Club SHPR (Summer Playground)?
Club SHPR (Summer Playground) 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 Club SHPR (Summer Playground) provide lunch?
Club SHPR (Summer Playground) 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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