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▌ Specialty · Ages 6–10

Tiny Chefs Summer Camp

Alexandria · $399/week

Tiny Chefs Summer Camp is a culinary day camp offered through the City of Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities, focusing on coo...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.alexandriava.gov/recreation-programs/camps, loads successfully and is the official website for the City of Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. This indicates that 'Tiny Chefs Summer Camp' is likely a program offered by the city's municipal parks department. The website lists various camps, including specialty camps, suggesting 'Tiny Chefs' falls into this category. There is no specific page dedicated to 'Tiny Chefs Summer Camp' on this site, making it difficult to find detailed information about its curriculum, staff, or specific policies. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, so its accreditation status is unknown. No specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for this particular camp are mentioned on the general recreation page. The City of Alexandria's Facebook page is 'AlexandriaVA', but there's no specific social media for the camp itself. Without a dedicated camp page, details like founder name, years operating, or specific program structure remain unclear. Google reviews for the City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities show a 3.9-star rating from 11 reviews, but these are not specific to the 'Tiny Chefs' program.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–10

Tiny Chefs Summer 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 specialty 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: Specialty
  • Ages: 6–10
  • Hours: 9am-4pm 6/15-18
  • Address: 1108 Jefferson St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
  • Phone: (703) 746-5414

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Tiny Chefs Summer Camp

What ages does Tiny Chefs Summer Camp accept?
Tiny Chefs Summer Camp is open to children ages 6–10. 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 Tiny Chefs Summer Camp cost?
Tiny Chefs Summer Camp publishes $399/week for the standard session. That sits 45% 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 Tiny Chefs Summer Camp's hours?
Tiny Chefs Summer Camp runs 9am-4pm 6/15-18. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Tiny Chefs Summer Camp?
Tiny Chefs Summer 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 Tiny Chefs Summer Camp provide lunch?
Tiny Chefs Summer 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 Tiny Chefs Summer Camp compare to other specialty camps in Alexandria?
Tiny Chefs Summer 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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