Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12 · $50/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

Kids Summer Camp

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Kids Summer Camp, hosted by Birmingham Parks and Recreation, offers a summer program for children aged 5-12 focusing on fun, learning, and adventure.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a Facebook post from the Birmingham Parks and Recreation Board (BPRB) announcing a 'Kids Summer Camp 2026' for children aged 5-12, indicating it is a day camp program. The post mentions a cost of $50 per week. There is no dedicated camp website, and current registration information for 2024 or 2025 is not immediately apparent from the provided link. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, so its accreditation status is unknown. No state license number was found. The owner type is municipal-parks, as it is run by the Birmingham Parks and Recreation Board. The Facebook page for BPRB has a 4.1-star rating from 11 Google reviews, with comments generally praising the facilities and community events, though specific reviews for the summer camp are not available. Information regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies is not provided in the Facebook post.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Kids Summer 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: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 100 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Phone: (205) 254-2391
  • Cost notes: USD. $150 per 3-week session. Before/After Care is an additional $50 per session.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Kids Summer Camp

What ages does Kids Summer Camp accept?
Kids Summer 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 Kids Summer Camp cost?
Kids Summer Camp publishes $50/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Kids Summer Camp's hours?
Kids Summer Camp runs 8:00 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 Kids Summer Camp?
Kids Summer 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 Kids Summer Camp provide lunch?
Kids Summer 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.

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