Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit
The Boys & Girls Club of Springfield's O'Reilly Unit offers an affordable, structured day camp for youth, focusing on academic success, good character, and h...
▌ Editor's read The Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit website loads successfully and details their summer camp program, which is a day camp for youth. The camp is part of the Boys & Girls Club of Springfield, a non-profit organization. While not ACA accredited, the website states that 'All staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks' and are trained in CPR and First Aid, indicating a commitment to safety. The program focuses on three key areas: Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles. Google reviews for the Boys & Girls Club of Springfield show a rating of 4.3 stars from 153 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children and the variety of activities offered. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@bgclubsgf) and Facebook (bgclubsgf) page, showcasing daily activities and community engagement.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit 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
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: 3534 W Mount Vernon St, Springfield, MO 65802
- Phone: (417) 862-9249
- Cost notes: There are no fees associated with O'Reilly's summer program this year. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit
- What ages does Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit accept?
- Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit cost?
- Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. There are no fees associated with O'Reilly's summer program this year. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit's hours?
- Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit?
- Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit provide lunch?
- Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit 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 Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit compare to other traditional day camp camps in Springfield?
- Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - O'Reilly Unit is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Springfield 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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