What ages does Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School accept?

Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School 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.

How much does Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School cost?

Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School publishes $150/week for the standard session. "USD, Yonkers Resident: $275, Non-resident: $305" Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School's hours?

Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School runs "8:00 AM - 5:00 PM". If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School?

Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School 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 Rays - Robert C. Dodson School provide lunch?

Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School 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 Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School compare to other traditional day camp camps in Yonkers?

Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School is one of 5 traditional day camp camps in Yonkers 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–13

Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School

"Robert C. Dodson" · $150/week · ★ 4.3 (4 reviews)

A traditional day camp at Robert C. Dodson School offering various activities for children aged 5-13.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation's Summer Camps page, which details Camp Rays at Robert C. Dodson. This is a day camp for children aged 5-13, running from July 1st to August 9th, 2024, with a weekly fee of $275 for Yonkers residents. The camp offers activities such as arts & crafts, sports, games, and outdoor play. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, and a search of the ACA directory did not yield results for 'Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson' or 'Yonkers Parks'. Google reviews for 'Camp Rays Robert C. Dodson' are not readily available as a distinct entity, but the Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation has a 4.0-star rating from 10 Google reviews. The website does not specify staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff. The Facebook handle 'YonkersParks' is linked from the main Yonkers Parks page.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School 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: 5–13
Hours: "8:00 AM - 5:00 PM"
Address: 105 Avondale Rd, Yonkers, NY 10710, USA
Phone: (914) 377-6430
Cost notes: "USD, Yonkers Resident: $275, Non-resident: $305"

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School

What ages does Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School accept?: Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School 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.
How much does Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School cost?: Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School publishes $150/week for the standard session. "USD, Yonkers Resident: $275, Non-resident: $305" Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School's hours?: Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School runs "8:00 AM - 5:00 PM". If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School?: Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School 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 Rays - Robert C. Dodson School provide lunch?: Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School 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 Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School compare to other traditional day camp camps in Yonkers?: Camp Rays - Robert C. Dodson School is one of 5 traditional day camp camps in Yonkers 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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