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School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK

BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK · $515/week

Seattle Parks and Recreation offers diverse summer day camps across multiple locations, providing a variety of activities for school-aged children.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a 2026 Summer Camp Brochure from Seattle Parks and Recreation, which details various day camps, including the School-Age Care Camp at multiple locations. The brochure outlines activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, and field trips, with specific themes for different weeks. The camp is operated by Seattle Parks and Recreation, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. While the brochure is comprehensive, it does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation. Google reviews for 'Seattle Parks and Recreation summer camps' generally show positive feedback regarding the variety of activities and accessibility, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews for the main department. Social media handles for Seattle Parks and Recreation are @seattleparksandrec on Instagram and 'SeattleParksandRecreation' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: Mon-Fri | 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Address: 100 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
  • Phone: (206) 684-4075
  • Cost notes: $412 for 4-day week of June 29 - July 3

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK

What ages does School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK accept?
School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK is open to children ages 5–12. 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 School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK cost?
School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK publishes $515/week for the standard session. $412 for 4-day week of June 29 - July 3 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK's hours?
School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK runs Mon-Fri | 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK?
School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK 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 School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK provide lunch?
School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK 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 School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK compare to other traditional day camp camps in Seattle?
School-Age Care Camp - BALLARD BITTER LAKE GREEN LAKE LAKE CITY LAURELHURST LOYAL HEIGHTS MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK is one of 31 traditional day camp camps in Seattle 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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