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A&W Summer Day Camp

Not mentioned Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor · $117/week

A&W Summer Day Camp is a Philadelphia Parks & Recreation program offering traditional summer camp activities for children aged 6-12.

▌ Editor's read The A&W Summer Day Camp is a program offered by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, as indicated by the phila.gov domain. It is a day camp for children aged 6-12, running from June 24 to August 2, 2024, with a weekly cost of $116.67. The camp description highlights activities such as arts and crafts, sports, educational games, and field trips. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the Philadelphia Parks & Recreation website, nor is it listed in the ACA directory. No specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks are provided on the activity page. Social media handles specific to this camp were not found, though Philadelphia Parks & Recreation has a general presence. Google reviews for 'A&W Summer Day Camp Philadelphia' were not specific to this program, often referring to unrelated businesses.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

A&W Summer Day 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: 6–12
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 2000 N 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
  • Phone: (215) 685-0160
  • Cost notes: USD. Philadelphia Parks & Recreation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about A&W Summer Day Camp

What ages does A&W Summer Day Camp accept?
A&W Summer Day Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 A&W Summer Day Camp cost?
A&W Summer Day Camp publishes $117/week for the standard session. USD. Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are A&W Summer Day Camp's hours?
A&W Summer Day Camp runs 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs A&W Summer Day Camp?
A&W Summer Day 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 A&W Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
A&W Summer Day 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 A&W Summer Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Philadelphia?
A&W Summer Day Camp is one of 17 traditional day camp camps in Philadelphia 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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