Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12 · $100/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

WePLAY Summer Camp

Winston-Salem · $100/week

A city-run summer camp offering a variety of activities for children at multiple recreation centers.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.cityofws.org/2905/Out-of-School-Programs, loads successfully and details the WePLAY Summer Camp as part of the City of Winston-Salem's recreation and parks offerings. The camp is a day program, operating from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and is designed for children aged 5-12. The cost is listed as $75 per week, making it a very affordable option. The website mentions activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, and educational components, with field trips also being a part of the program. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. The City of Winston-Salem's Facebook page (cityofws) is linked from the main city website, but there isn't a dedicated social media presence for the WePLAY camp itself. Google reviews for 'City of Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks' show a 4.1-star rating from 100+ reviews, with general comments about city services rather than specific camp feedback. The site does not explicitly state that staff undergo background checks, though it is implied by being a municipal program.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

WePLAY Summer Camp 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
  • Address: Various locations in Winston-Salem, NC
  • Phone: 336-727-8000
  • Cost notes: Resident: $75/week, Non-Resident: $95/week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about WePLAY Summer Camp

What ages does WePLAY Summer Camp accept?
WePLAY Summer Camp 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 WePLAY Summer Camp cost?
WePLAY Summer Camp publishes $100/week for the standard session. Resident: $75/week, Non-Resident: $95/week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are WePLAY Summer Camp's hours?
WePLAY Summer Camp runs 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 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 WePLAY Summer Camp?
WePLAY Summer Camp 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 WePLAY Summer Camp provide lunch?
WePLAY Summer Camp 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 WePLAY Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Winston-Salem?
WePLAY Summer Camp is one of 9 traditional day camp camps in Winston-Salem 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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