What ages does Central Community House Summer Camp accept?

Central Community House 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.

How much does Central Community House Summer Camp cost?

Central Community House Summer Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Franklin County Job and Family Services funds summer youth camp opportunities for students ages 5-13. Students can participate in these day-long camps at no cost to their parents and guardians as long as the family’s income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.

Who runs Central Community House Summer Camp?

Central Community House Summer Camp 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 Central Community House Summer Camp provide lunch?

Central Community House 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 Central Community House Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Columbus?

Central Community House Summer Camp is one of 13 traditional day camp camps in Columbus 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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Central Community House Summer Camp

Central Community House

Franklin County offers various summer youth camps, including a free Summer Youth Camp for ages 6-13, focusing on recreation, education, and social development.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Franklin County, Ohio, Resident Services page for Children & Youths, specifically detailing Summer Programs. It lists a 'Summer Youth Camp' for ages 6-13, which is free of charge and runs from June 3 to August 2, 2024, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM. The camp focuses on recreation, education, and social development. While the prompt mentions 'Central Community House Summer Camp,' the county website lists 'Central Community House' as one of the locations for the Summer Youth Camp, implying it's a county-run program hosted at that facility. The website does not provide information on ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or specific background check policies. No social media handles for this specific camp were found on the county page. Google reviews for 'Franklin County Summer Youth Camp' were not readily available, and reviews for 'Central Community House' as a general community center averaged around 4.5 stars based on a moderate number of reviews, but these are not specific to the summer camp program.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

Central Community House 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 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
Address: 1350 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43205
Phone: (614) 252-3157
Cost notes: Franklin County Job and Family Services funds summer youth camp opportunities for students ages 5-13. Students can participate in these day-long camps at no cost to their parents and guardians as long as the family’s income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Central Community House Summer Camp

What ages does Central Community House Summer Camp accept?: Central Community House 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.
How much does Central Community House Summer Camp cost?: Central Community House Summer Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Franklin County Job and Family Services funds summer youth camp opportunities for students ages 5-13. Students can participate in these day-long camps at no cost to their parents and guardians as long as the family’s income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Central Community House Summer Camp?: Central Community House Summer Camp 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 Central Community House Summer Camp provide lunch?: Central Community House 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 Central Community House Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Columbus?: Central Community House Summer Camp is one of 13 traditional day camp camps in Columbus 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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