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University Settlement Summer Camp

Lower East Side · ★ 4.9 (72 reviews)

University Settlement Summer Camp offers free, enriching day camp experiences for children aged 5-13 in New York City, focusing on academic support, arts, an...

▌ Editor's read The University Settlement Summer Camp website loads successfully and describes a free day camp program for children aged 5-13, operating from July 8 to August 16, 2024. The camp is part of University Settlement, a non-profit organization, indicating a community-focused ownership model. The program emphasizes academic support, arts, and recreational activities, including field trips, swimming, and sports. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific state licensing information on the website. The camp's Instagram handle is @universitysettlement and its Facebook handle is UniversitySettlement. Google reviews for 'University Settlement' (the parent organization) show a 4.6-star rating from 107 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the organization's community impact and supportive environment. The website does not specify staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

University Settlement 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 community/rec center program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: Not specified
  • Address: 175 Eldridge St, New York, NY 10002
  • Cost notes: Free

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about University Settlement Summer Camp

What ages does University Settlement Summer Camp accept?
University Settlement Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–13. 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.
What are University Settlement Summer Camp's hours?
University Settlement Summer Camp runs Not specified. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs University Settlement Summer Camp?
University Settlement Summer Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does University Settlement Summer Camp provide lunch?
University Settlement 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 University Settlement Summer Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in New York?
University Settlement Summer Camp is one of 51 community/rec center 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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