Camp · STEM · Ages 5–7 · $305/week
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Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp

Chinquapin Park, 3210 King St, Alexandria, VA 22302 · $305/week

Skyhawks STEM & Play Camp, offered by Alexandria Parks and Recreation, combines sports activities with STEM education for children aged 7-12.

▌ Editor's read The Skyhawks STEM & Play Camp is offered through the City of Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities. The camp is listed on the city's recreation programs page, indicating it is a municipal offering. The program description states it is for ages 7-12 and combines traditional Skyhawks sports with STEM activities. The camp runs for a week, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, suggesting a day camp format. The cost is listed as $305 per week. No specific information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies for this particular camp was found on the provided URL.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–7

Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. stem content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

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: STEM
  • Ages: 5–7
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1605 Cameron St, Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (800) 804-3509
  • Cost notes: USD. Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp

What ages does Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp accept?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp is open to children ages 5–7. 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 Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp cost?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp publishes $305/week for the standard session. USD. Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp's hours?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp runs 9:00 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 Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp?
Skyhawks Stem & Play 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 Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp provide lunch?
Skyhawks Stem & Play 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 Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp compare to other stem camps in Alexandria?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp is one of 5 stem 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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