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Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp

Providence Recreation Center · $100/week

A traditional day camp offering a variety of activities for children aged 5-12 at the Davey Lopes Recreation Center.

▌ Editor's read The Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp is a day camp operated by the City of Providence Recreation Department, as indicated by the website epl.providenceri.gov/recreation-department-camps/. The camp is explicitly listed as a 'Day Camp' on the Providence Recreation Department's website. The cost is notably low at $5 per week, making it an exceptionally affordable option for families. The website does not provide information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or specific details about background checks for staff. The Providence Recreation Department has a Facebook page under the handle 'ProvidenceRec'. Google reviews for the Davey Lopes Recreation Center itself are generally positive, with a 4.4-star rating from 116 reviews, often praising the facilities and community programs, though specific camp reviews are not readily available.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day 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 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: 8:30AM - 4:00PM
  • Address: 227 Niagara St, Providence, RI 02907, USA
  • Phone: (401) 680-7300
  • Cost notes: USD. Providence Recreation Department.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp

What ages does Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp accept?
Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day 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 Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp cost?
Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp publishes $100/week for the standard session. USD. Providence Recreation Department. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp's hours?
Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp runs 8:30AM - 4:00PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp?
Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp 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 Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Providence?
Davey Lopes Recreation Center Day Camp is one of 24 traditional day camp camps in Providence 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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