Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11)
The Creative Expression Summer Camp, offered by Richmond Parks and Recreation, provides a day camp experience for 10-11 year olds at the Hickory Hill Communi...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL directs to the Richmond Parks and Recreation Webtrac search results, specifically detailing the 'Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11)' at the Hickory Hill Community Center. This indicates the camp is a day program for children aged 10-11, run by a municipal parks department. The cost is listed as $95.00. There is no information available on ACA accreditation, state licensing, specific staff ratios, or background check policies directly on this page. The page does not provide social media handles or a dedicated 'About Us' section for the camp itself. Google reviews for 'Hickory Hill Community Center' show a rating of 4.3 stars based on 106 reviews, with comments generally positive about the facility and staff, but none specifically about this particular summer camp program.
Who thrives here Ages 10–11
Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) 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 arts 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
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 10–11
- Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Address: 3000 E Belt Blvd, Richmond, VA 23234
- Phone: (804) 646-8515
- Cost notes: $95.00 per week (Non-Resident)
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11)
- What ages does Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) accept?
- Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) is open to children ages 10–11. 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 Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) cost?
- Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) publishes $95/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11)'s hours?
- Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) runs 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11)?
- Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) 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 Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) provide lunch?
- Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) 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 Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) compare to other arts camps in Richmond?
- Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) is one of 8 arts camps in Richmond 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Creative Expression Summer Camp (Non-Resident, Ages 10-11) with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
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- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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