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Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps

Henrico County Parks and Recreation

Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks offers diverse summer day camps for children aged 5-13, focusing on recreation, enrichment, and outdoor activ...

▌ Editor's read The Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks website loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their summer camp offerings. They are a municipal parks and recreation department, offering day camps for children aged 5-13. The program includes various themed camps such as 'Camp Henrico,' 'Camp Discovery,' 'Camp Active,' and specialized sports and arts camps. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a focus on safety. While not ACA accredited, the program is run by a government entity. Google reviews for 'Henrico County Recreation and Parks' generally show a positive sentiment with a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the variety of programs and friendly staff. Social media handles for Instagram (@henricorecandparks) and Facebook (henricorecandparks) are prominently linked on the site.
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Who thrives here Ages 3–17

Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right community/rec center fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 3–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23228
  • Phone: (804) 501-7275
  • Cost notes: USD. See individual program listings for specific pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps

What ages does Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps accept?
Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps is open to children ages 3–17. 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 Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps cost?
Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. See individual program listings for specific pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps's hours?
Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps 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 Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps?
Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps 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 Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps provide lunch?
Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps 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.

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