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Grade 2nd - 3rd/

Salem

This is a traditional day camp for children entering 2nd and 3rd grade, offered by Salem Parks and Recreation, focusing on outdoor activities and social deve...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Salem Parks and Recreation activity registration page, specifically for a 'Grade 2nd - 3rd' summer camp. This indicates the camp is operated by a municipal parks department. The camp is described as a traditional day camp for children entering 2nd and 3rd grade, running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with options for early drop-off and late pick-up. Activities listed include outdoor play, sports, arts and crafts, and social development. The camp is not accredited by the ACA, and no state license number is provided on the activity page. No specific staff-to-camper ratio or mention of background checks for staff is found on this registration page. Google reviews for 'Salem Parks and Recreation' show a 4.6-star rating from 116 reviews, generally praising the facilities and programs.
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Who thrives here Ages 2–3

Grade 2nd - 3rd/ is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. traditional day camp programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 2–3
  • Address: 1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA 24153
  • Phone: (540) 375-3057

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Grade 2nd - 3rd/

What ages does Grade 2nd - 3rd/ accept?
Grade 2nd - 3rd/ is open to children ages 2–3. 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.
Who runs Grade 2nd - 3rd/?
Grade 2nd - 3rd/ 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 Grade 2nd - 3rd/ provide lunch?
Grade 2nd - 3rd/ 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 Grade 2nd - 3rd/ compare to other traditional day camp camps in Salem?
Grade 2nd - 3rd/ is one of 12 traditional day camp camps in Salem 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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