What ages does Preschool Swim Camp accept?

Preschool Swim Camp is open to children ages 4–6. 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 Preschool Swim Camp cost?

Preschool Swim Camp publishes $255/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $275 median for specialty camps in Alexandria. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Preschool Swim Camp's hours?

Preschool Swim Camp runs 9am-12pm 6/1-5. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Preschool Swim Camp?

Preschool Swim 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 Preschool Swim Camp provide lunch?

Preschool Swim 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 Preschool Swim Camp compare to other specialty camps in Alexandria?

Preschool Swim Camp is one of 61 specialty camps in Alexandria 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.

▌ Specialty · Ages 4–6

Preschool Swim Camp

Alexandria · $255/week

Alexandria Parks and Recreation offers a Preschool Swim Camp designed for young children to develop swimming skills and water safety in a fun, supervised env...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to the City of Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities camps page, confirming it is a legitimate municipal offering. The 'Preschool Swim Camp' is listed as a day camp, with specific sessions and pricing available. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. As a municipal program, it falls under city governance rather than state licensing for private camps. The website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for staff. Google reviews for 'Alexandria Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.2 stars from 127 reviews, with comments generally praising the variety of programs and facilities. Social media handles found are @alexandriaparksrec on Instagram and 'AlexandriaParksandRecreation' on Facebook, which showcase various community activities and facilities.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 4–6

Preschool Swim Camp is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. specialty programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

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: Specialty
Ages: 4–6
Hours: 9am-12pm 6/1-5
Address: 1108 Jefferson St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 746-5414

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Preschool Swim Camp

What ages does Preschool Swim Camp accept?: Preschool Swim Camp is open to children ages 4–6. 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 Preschool Swim Camp cost?: Preschool Swim Camp publishes $255/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $275 median for specialty camps in Alexandria. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Preschool Swim Camp's hours?: Preschool Swim Camp runs 9am-12pm 6/1-5. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Preschool Swim Camp?: Preschool Swim 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 Preschool Swim Camp provide lunch?: Preschool Swim 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 Preschool Swim Camp compare to other specialty camps in Alexandria?: Preschool Swim Camp is one of 61 specialty camps in Alexandria 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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