Camp · Specialty · Ages 5–10 · $92/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 5–10

Camp Joy

indoor_outdoor: mixed · $92/week · ★ 4.1 (15 reviews)

Camp Joy is a day camp offered by the City of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation Department, providing a variety of activities for children aged 5-12.

▌ Editor's read Camp Joy is a day camp operated by the City of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation Department, catering to children aged 5-12. The camp runs for eight weeks, from July 1 to August 23, 2024, at the New Rochelle City Hall. Activities include arts and crafts, sports, games, and special events. The weekly cost is $275 for residents and $300 for non-residents, with a discounted rate of $91.67 per week for the first child for New Rochelle residents. The camp's website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. While there isn't a dedicated social media page for Camp Joy, the New Rochelle Parks and Recreation Department has a Facebook page (@NewRochelleParksandRecreation). Google reviews for 'New Rochelle Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, with comments generally positive about the department's offerings.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–10

Camp Joy 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: 5–10
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Address: 25 Gerada Ln, New Rochelle, NY 10801, USA
  • Cost notes: USD, $550 for the entire 6 week program

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Joy

What ages does Camp Joy accept?
Camp Joy is open to children ages 5–10. 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 Camp Joy cost?
Camp Joy publishes $92/week for the standard session. USD, $550 for the entire 6 week program Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Joy's hours?
Camp Joy runs 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Joy?
Camp Joy 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 Camp Joy provide lunch?
Camp Joy 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.

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