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▌ Specialty · Ages 7–10

Just BEAD It

Raleigh · $600/week

Just BEAD It is a specialty day camp offered by Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, focusing on jewelry making and creative arts for children.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, raleighnc.gov/summer-camps, is the official site for Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, which offers a variety of summer camps, including 'Just BEAD It.' This indicates the camp is operated by a municipal parks department. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and drug screenings, and are CPR/First Aid certified. The 'Just BEAD It' camp is a day camp, with specific dates and times listed for different age groups (e.g., ages 6-9 and 10-14). The site does not list ACA accreditation for its camps. Google reviews for 'Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,000+ reviews, reflecting general satisfaction with the department's offerings. Social media handles for Raleigh Parks are @raleighparks on Instagram and 'RaleighParks' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–10

Just BEAD It 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 specialty 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: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–10
  • 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 Just BEAD It

What ages does Just BEAD It accept?
Just BEAD It is open to children ages 7–10. 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 Just BEAD It cost?
Just BEAD It publishes $600/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Just BEAD It?
Just BEAD It 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 Just BEAD It provide lunch?
Just BEAD It 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 Just BEAD It compare to other specialty camps in Raleigh?
Just BEAD It 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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