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YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp

Sandpoint Elementary

Discovery Camp at Sandpoint Elementary offers a variety of activities and themes for elementary-aged children.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater Seattle's Discovery Camp at Sandpoint Elementary is a day camp program for children entering grades K-5. The website details a variety of activities including arts and crafts, sports, games, and outdoor play, emphasizing a traditional camp experience. While the specific Sandpoint Elementary location doesn't have individual Google reviews, the YMCA of Greater Seattle generally holds a 4.1-star rating from over 1,000 reviews on Google, indicating overall positive public perception. The YMCA states a commitment to safety, including background checks for all staff and volunteers, and provides information on their child protection policies. The camp is part of a larger regional offering by the YMCA of Greater Seattle, a non-profit organization. No specific staff-to-camper ratios were found on the provided page, nor was ACA accreditation explicitly stated for this specific program, though the YMCA as an organization often adheres to high standards.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery 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
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 6208 60th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Phone: 206-382-5015
  • Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp 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 YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. YMCA member/non-member pricing. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp 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 YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery 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 YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp compare to other specialty camps in Seattle?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Sandpoint Elementary - Discovery Camp is one of 31 specialty 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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