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YMCA of Greater Seattle - Thurgood Marshall Elementary - Discovery Camp

Thurgood Marshall Elementary

Discovery Camp at Thurgood Marshall Elementary provides engaging activities and themes for elementary school children.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully and leads to the YMCA of Greater Seattle's Central Region day camp page, which includes information for the Thurgood Marshall Elementary Discovery Camp. This camp is a day program offering traditional camp activities such as arts and crafts, sports, outdoor games, and field trips for elementary school-aged children. The YMCA of Greater Seattle is a nonprofit organization. While specific accreditation for this individual camp location was not found in the ACA directory, the YMCA as an organization generally adheres to high standards. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child development, safety, and first aid. Google reviews for the YMCA of Greater Seattle generally show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, indicating overall positive public perception of the organization. Social media handles for the broader organization are @seattleymca on Instagram and SeattleYMCA on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA of Greater Seattle - Thurgood Marshall 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: 2401 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98144
  • 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 - Thurgood Marshall Elementary - Discovery Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater Seattle - Thurgood Marshall Elementary - Discovery Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Thurgood Marshall 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 - Thurgood Marshall Elementary - Discovery Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Thurgood Marshall 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 - Thurgood Marshall Elementary - Discovery Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Thurgood Marshall 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 - Thurgood Marshall Elementary - Discovery Camp?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Thurgood Marshall 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 - Thurgood Marshall Elementary - Discovery Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Thurgood Marshall 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 - Thurgood Marshall Elementary - Discovery Camp compare to other specialty camps in Seattle?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Thurgood Marshall 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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