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Adventures in Writing Camp - South School

South School · $655/week

Adventures in Writing Camp offers a summer day camp experience focused on developing writing skills for elementary and middle school students through engagin...

▌ Editor's read The Adventures in Writing Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The founder is Dr. JoAnn Goldsmith, and the camp has been operating for 15 years, established in 2009. They offer day camp programs for elementary and middle school students, focusing on writing skills through various themes. The website states that all staff members undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Adventures in Writing Camp' show a strong average rating of 4.9 stars from 104 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging curriculum, the improvement in their children's writing, and the enthusiastic staff. The camp's social media handles are @aiwcamp on Instagram and AIWCamp on Facebook.
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Since 201115+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–10

Adventures in Writing Camp - South School 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 academic program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2011 (15 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 6–10
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 303 El Cerrito Avenue, Hillsborough, CA 90410, USA
  • Cost notes: $1309 for the 10-day session. USD currency.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Adventures in Writing Camp - South School

What ages does Adventures in Writing Camp - South School accept?
Adventures in Writing Camp - South School is open to children ages 6–10. 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 Adventures in Writing Camp - South School cost?
Adventures in Writing Camp - South School publishes $655/week for the standard session. $1309 for the 10-day session. USD currency. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Adventures in Writing Camp - South School's hours?
Adventures in Writing Camp - South School 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 Adventures in Writing Camp - South School?
Adventures in Writing Camp - South School is operated by a private business, with 15 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 Adventures in Writing Camp - South School provide lunch?
Adventures in Writing Camp - South School 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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