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Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps

Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks · $75/week

City of Winston-Salem offers diverse summer day camps with activities like sports, arts, and educational programs.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Winston-Salem's Out-of-School Programs page, which details weekly summer camps for children aged 6-12. The program is clearly operated by the municipal parks department, indicating a 'municipal-parks' owner type. The cost is listed as $75 per week, making it a highly affordable option. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, nor does it provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks. The program is described as a 'day' camp. While there isn't a dedicated Instagram handle for the camps, the City of Winston-Salem has a Facebook page (cityofws) where general city updates, including parks and recreation, are posted. Google reviews for 'Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks' generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the variety of programs and facilities.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps 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, Winston-Salem, NC
  • Phone: 336-727-8000

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps

What ages does Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps accept?
Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps 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 Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps cost?
Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps publishes $75/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps's hours?
Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps 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 Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps?
Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps 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 Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps provide lunch?
Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps 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 Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps compare to other traditional day camp camps in Winston-Salem?
Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Summer Camps 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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