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▌ Arts · Ages 6–12

Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps

Foothills County

Art-focused day camps for children aged 6-12, offering creative exploration in a natural setting.

▌ Editor's read The Leighton Art Centre's website confirms it is a non-profit organization, established in 1974 by A.C. and Barbara Leighton, making it over 50 years old. They offer 'Art & Nature Camps' for children aged 6-12, described as day camps with a focus on art creation and outdoor exploration. The camp information details various art mediums and activities, including painting, drawing, sculpture, and nature walks. Social media links for Instagram (@leightonartcentre) and Facebook (leightonartcentre) are present on their website. The centre is also noted as a registered historic site, providing a unique backdrop for its programs. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the provided website.
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Since 197650+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
Established
1976 (50 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 282027 144 St W, Foothills County, AB T1S 0A5, Canada
  • Phone: (403) 931-3633
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps

What ages does Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps accept?
Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps 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 Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps cost?
Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps's hours?
Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps 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 Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps?
Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 50 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps provide lunch?
Leighton Art Centre Summer Camps 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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