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Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW!

Alexandria · $305/week

Skyhawks STEM & Play Camp, offered by Alexandria Parks and Recreation, provides a blend of sports, games, and STEM activities for children aged 6-12.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as the official website for Alexandria, VA Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities, which lists various camps, including Skyhawks STEM & Play Camp. This camp is a day camp for ages 6-12, focusing on a mix of sports, games, and STEM activities, with a cost of $305 per week for residents. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The City of Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities is the owner, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. The website states that 'All staff are background checked and trained to provide a safe and fun environment for all participants.' While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the city's involvement suggests adherence to local safety standards. Google reviews for 'Alexandria VA Parks and Recreation' show a 4.3-star rating from 138 reviews, with many positive comments about program quality and staff engagement.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–7

Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW! is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. specialty 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: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–7
  • Hours: 9am-3pm 7/6-10
  • 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 Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW!

What ages does Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW! accept?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW! 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 NEW! cost?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW! publishes $305/week for the standard session. That sits 11% above the $275 median for specialty camps in Alexandria — 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 Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW!'s hours?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW! runs 9am-3pm 7/6-10. 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 NEW!?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW! 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 NEW! provide lunch?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW! 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 NEW! compare to other specialty camps in Alexandria?
Skyhawks Stem & Play Camp NEW! 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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