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NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program

Various NYC Public Schools · ★ 4.0 (31 reviews)

NYC DOE Summer Rising offers free, full-day summer programs for elementary students, combining academics with enriching recreational activities.

▌ Editor's read The NYC DOE Summer Rising program website (schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/summer-rising) loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about the program. It is a free, full-day summer program for NYC public school students in grades K-8, combining academic support with recreational activities. The program is operated by the New York City Department of Education, indicating a 'school' owner type. While specific staff ratios are not listed, the website states that all staff undergo background checks. The program is a day camp, running from July 2 to August 15, 2024. Google reviews for 'NYC DOE Summer Rising' are mixed, with an average rating around 3.5 stars from various sources, often citing organizational challenges but appreciating the free service. Social media handles found include @nycschools on Instagram and NYCSchools on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–10

NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program 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 academic program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 5–10
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Address: 52 Chambers St, New York, NY 10007, USA
  • Phone: (212) 374-0200
  • Cost notes: USD. Free program for eligible NYC public school students.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program

What ages does NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program accept?
NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program 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 NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program cost?
NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Free program for eligible NYC public school students. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program's hours?
NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program runs 8:00 AM - 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 NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program?
NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program provide lunch?
NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program 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 NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program compare to other academic camps in New York?
NYC DOE Summer Rising – Elementary Program is one of 14 academic camps in New York 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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