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Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount)

Fairmount · $485/week · ★ 4.7 (14 reviews)

Philly Art Center offers creative summer day camps for children aged 5-12, focusing on art exploration, skill-building, and imaginative projects in a support...

▌ Editor's read The Philly Art Center website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer camps, which are day camps for children aged 5-12. The center was founded by Jill Beech and has been operating for 20 years, indicating a long-standing presence in the community. While not ACA accredited, the website states that all staff undergo background checks and clearances. Google reviews for 'Philly Art Center' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars from 145 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging activities, supportive instructors, and the variety of art projects offered. The camp offers weekly themed sessions, such as 'Art Around the World' and 'Fantasy & Folklore,' allowing children to explore different artistic concepts and mediums. The owner type appears to be for-profit, given its structure and multiple locations.
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Who thrives here Ages 4–12

Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) 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 arts program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2006 (20 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 4–12
  • Hours: 9:00am - 3:00pm
  • Address: 2333 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA
  • Cost notes: Kids Camp: $485/week

Runs 9:00am - 3:00pm, 13 sessions (13 one-week), from Jun 8 to Sep 4.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 2 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 3 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 4 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 5 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 6 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 7 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 8 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 9 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 10 Aug 10 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 11 Aug 17 – 21, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 12 Aug 24 – 28, 2026 · 1 week · $485
  • Session 13 Aug 31 – Sep 4, 2026 · 1 week · $485

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount)

What ages does Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) accept?
Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) is open to children ages 4–12. 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 Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) cost?
Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) publishes $485/week for the standard session. That sits 21% above the $400 median for arts camps in Philadelphia — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount)'s hours?
Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) runs 9:00am - 3:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount)?
Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) is operated by a private business, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) provide lunch?
Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) 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 Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) compare to other arts camps in Philadelphia?
Philly Art Center - Kids Summer Camp (Fairmount) is one of 6 arts 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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