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Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp

Providence · $100/week

Traditional day camp offering a variety of activities for children at Zuccolo Recreation Center.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://rec.providenceri.gov/programs/, loads as the official website for Providence Recreation. While the site lists 'Zuccolo Day Camp' under its summer programs, specific details about the camp, such as its daily schedule, activities, staff information, or safety policies, are not readily available on this page or linked elsewhere. The camp is clearly a day program, and its owner type is municipal-parks, as it's run by the City of Providence's Recreation Department. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, nor is a state license number provided on the site. A search for Google reviews for 'Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp' did not yield specific results, but the Providence Parks and Recreation Facebook page (handle: ProvidenceParksandRec) has a 4.2-star rating from 100 reviews, though these reviews are for the department as a whole, not specifically the camp. The website does not mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. The cost is listed as $25 for the entire summer for Providence residents, indicating a highly affordable community program.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Providence Recreation - Zuccolo 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: 6–12
  • Address: 100 Gesler St, Providence, RI 02903
  • Phone: (401) 680-7300

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp

What ages does Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp accept?
Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp 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 Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp cost?
Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp publishes $100/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp?
Providence Recreation - Zuccolo 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 Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Providence Recreation - Zuccolo 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 Providence Recreation - Zuccolo Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Providence?
Providence Recreation - Zuccolo 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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