Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 6–12 · $200/week
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MSCR Camp Compass

Eastside, Westside · $200/week

MSCR Camp Compass offers traditional day camp experiences for children in Madison, Wisconsin, focusing on outdoor activities, games, and creative arts.

▌ Editor's read The MSCR website (mscr.org) loads successfully and provides information on various summer camps, including Camp Compass. MSCR is a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District, indicating a municipal-parks ownership structure. While specific Google reviews for 'MSCR Camp Compass' are not readily available, MSCR as an organization has a Google rating of 4.6 stars based on 104 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the variety of programs and dedicated staff. The website mentions that all MSCR staff undergo background checks. The program type is clearly day camp, with options for different age groups and interests. The site lists social media handles as @madisonmscr for Instagram and mscr.madison for Facebook. No ACA accreditation was found for MSCR Camp Compass, nor was a specific state license number listed on the website for their camps.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

MSCR Camp Compass 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: 6–12
  • Hours: 7:45 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 2202 E. Buckeye Rd, Madison, WI 53716; 1802 Tennyson Ln, Madison, WI 53704; 401 Maple Ave, Madison, WI 53704; 6320 Raymond Rd, Madison, WI 53711; 909 Sequoia Trail, Madison, WI 53713, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about MSCR Camp Compass

What ages does MSCR Camp Compass accept?
MSCR Camp Compass is open to children ages 6–12. 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 MSCR Camp Compass cost?
MSCR Camp Compass publishes $200/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are MSCR Camp Compass's hours?
MSCR Camp Compass runs 7:45 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs MSCR Camp Compass?
MSCR Camp Compass 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 MSCR Camp Compass provide lunch?
MSCR Camp Compass 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.

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