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Creative Ocean Art Exploration

Raleigh · $156/week

Creative Ocean Art Exploration is a day camp offered by Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, focusing on ocean-themed art for children aged 6-10.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, raleighnc.gov/summer-camps, is the official site for Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources summer camps. 'Creative Ocean Art Exploration' is listed as one of their specialty day camps for children aged 6-10, running from July 8-12, 2024, at the Sertoma Arts Center. The cost is $156 for residents and $171 for non-residents. The site mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR/First Aid. Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,030 reviews, with many positive comments about the variety of programs and well-maintained facilities. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. Social media handles found are @raleighparks on Instagram and RaleighParks on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 4–6

Creative Ocean Art Exploration is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. specialty programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

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: Specialty
  • Ages: 4–6
  • Address: 2401 Wade Ave, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Phone: (919) 996-6664

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Creative Ocean Art Exploration

What ages does Creative Ocean Art Exploration accept?
Creative Ocean Art Exploration is open to children ages 4–6. 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 Creative Ocean Art Exploration cost?
Creative Ocean Art Exploration publishes $156/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Creative Ocean Art Exploration?
Creative Ocean Art Exploration 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 Creative Ocean Art Exploration provide lunch?
Creative Ocean Art Exploration 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 Creative Ocean Art Exploration compare to other specialty camps in Raleigh?
Creative Ocean Art Exploration is one of 83 specialty camps in Raleigh 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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