YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp
The Ambler YMCA Summer Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children in grades K-8, focusing on fun, friendship, and personal growth through div...
▌ Editor's read The Ambler YMCA Summer Camp website loads successfully and provides information on their traditional day camp program for children in grades K-8. The camp is part of the YMCA of Greater Philadelphia, a non-profit organization. While the specific Ambler camp is not listed on the ACA directory, the YMCA as a whole often adheres to high standards. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention. Google reviews for the Ambler YMCA (the facility hosting the camp) show a rating of 4.4 stars from 293 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the friendly staff and variety of activities. The camp offers a range of activities including swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and outdoor adventures, with weekly themes to keep campers engaged.
Who thrives here Ages 3–17
YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 3–17
- Hours: varies by program
- Address: 1325 McKean Rd, Ambler, PA 19002
- Cost notes: USD. See individual programs for pricing.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp
- What ages does YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp accept?
- YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp is open to children ages 3–17. 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 YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp cost?
- YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. See individual programs for pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp's hours?
- YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp runs varies by program. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp?
- YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA 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 YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA Summer Camp provide lunch?
- YMCA of Greater Philadelphia - Ambler YMCA 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.
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