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Summer Quest

Multiple Locations · ★ 2.8 (5 reviews)

A free academic and enrichment day camp for students in Newark Public Schools.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Newark Public Schools Summer Programs page, which details the 'Summer Quest' program. This program is explicitly stated as free for NPS students, indicating a school-owned and operated model. The website mentions various academic and enrichment activities, including STEM, literacy, arts, and sports, catering to students from Pre-K to 12th grade. The program has been running for at least 20 years, with a mention of the 20th anniversary in 2023. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation or specific state licensing for this school-run program. The Newark Public Schools Facebook page is linked, but no Instagram handle for the summer program specifically was found.
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Since 200620+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Summer Quest 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 community/rec center program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2006 (20 years)
Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Address: 765 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102
  • Phone: (973) 733-7333
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Free for Newark residents.

↗ What parents like

  • Completely free for Newark residents
  • Academic and enrichment activities

↘ Watch for

  • Only for Newark residents

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about Summer Quest

What ages does Summer Quest accept?
Summer Quest 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 Summer Quest cost?
Summer Quest doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free for Newark residents. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Summer Quest's hours?
Summer Quest runs 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Quest?
Summer Quest is operated by a school program, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer Quest provide lunch?
Yes — Summer Quest includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Does Summer Quest offer extended care?
Yes — Summer Quest offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.

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