What ages does Little Kiwanis Scientists accept?

Little Kiwanis Scientists is open to children ages 4–5. 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 Little Kiwanis Scientists cost?

Little Kiwanis Scientists publishes $130/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Little Kiwanis Scientists?

Little Kiwanis Scientists 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 Little Kiwanis Scientists provide lunch?

Little Kiwanis Scientists 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 Little Kiwanis Scientists compare to other specialty camps in Raleigh?

Little Kiwanis Scientists 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.

▌ Specialty · Ages 4–5

Little Kiwanis Scientists

Raleigh · $130/week

Little Kiwanis Scientists is a day camp offered by the City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, focusing on science exploration for children.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, raleighnc.gov/summer-camps, is the official portal for summer camps offered by the City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources. 'Little Kiwanis Scientists' is listed as one of their day camp options, indicating it is run by a municipal parks department. The website does not provide specific information about ACA accreditation for individual camps, nor does it list a specific staff-to-camper ratio or details on background checks for this particular program. No dedicated social media handles for 'Little Kiwanis Scientists' were found, but the City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources has a Facebook page (CityofRaleighParks). Google reviews for 'Little Kiwanis Scientists' specifically were not found; however, the City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews on Google, often praising the variety of programs and facilities.

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Who thrives here Ages 4–5

Little Kiwanis Scientists 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: 4–5
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 Little Kiwanis Scientists

What ages does Little Kiwanis Scientists accept?: Little Kiwanis Scientists is open to children ages 4–5. 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 Little Kiwanis Scientists cost?: Little Kiwanis Scientists publishes $130/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Little Kiwanis Scientists?: Little Kiwanis Scientists 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 Little Kiwanis Scientists provide lunch?: Little Kiwanis Scientists 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 Little Kiwanis Scientists compare to other specialty camps in Raleigh?: Little Kiwanis Scientists 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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