What ages does City of Peoria Summer Camp accept?

City of Peoria Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–13. 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 City of Peoria Summer Camp cost?

City of Peoria Summer Camp publishes $120/week for the standard session. Part-time (1-3 days) is $115/week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are City of Peoria Summer Camp's hours?

City of Peoria Summer Camp runs 6:00am - 6:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs City of Peoria Summer Camp?

City of Peoria 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 City of Peoria Summer Camp provide lunch?

City of Peoria 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–13

City of Peoria Summer Camp

Peoria · $120/week

The City of Peoria offers multiple summer day camp locations with various activities for children aged 5-13.

▌ Editor's read The City of Peoria Summer Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their day camp program for children aged 5-13. The camp is operated by the City of Peoria Parks and Recreation Department, indicating a municipal-parks owner type. The site mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a level of safety. While not ACA accredited, the camp offers a structured program with weekly themes like 'Superheroes Unite' and 'Under the Sea,' including activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, and field trips. Google reviews for 'City of Peoria Parks and Recreation' show a 4.4-star rating from 1,000+ reviews, with some positive comments about youth programs. Social media handles for the City of Peoria are @peoriaaz on Instagram and peoriaaz on Facebook, which feature general city activities including some youth programs.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

City of Peoria 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: 5–13
Hours: 6:00am - 6:00pm
Address: 8335 W Jefferson St, Peoria, AZ 85345, USA
Phone: 623-773-7137
Cost notes: Part-time (1-3 days) is $115/week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about City of Peoria Summer Camp

What ages does City of Peoria Summer Camp accept?: City of Peoria Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–13. 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 City of Peoria Summer Camp cost?: City of Peoria Summer Camp publishes $120/week for the standard session. Part-time (1-3 days) is $115/week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are City of Peoria Summer Camp's hours?: City of Peoria Summer Camp runs 6:00am - 6:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs City of Peoria Summer Camp?: City of Peoria 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 City of Peoria Summer Camp provide lunch?: City of Peoria 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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