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Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School)

indoor_outdoor: mixed · $46/week

The Summer Program NERC at Wilby High School offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-13, focusing on recreational activities and social ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a program detail page for the 'Summer Program NERC' offered by the City of Waterbury Parks and Recreation Department. This indicates the program is run by a municipal entity. The program is a day camp for children aged 5-13, running from July 1 to August 9, 2024, at Wilby High School. The cost is listed as $275 for the entire 6-week session, or approximately $45.83 per week, making it a highly affordable option. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the page, nor is the program found in the ACA directory. No specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks are provided on the program page. The Waterbury Parks and Recreation Department has a Facebook page (WaterburyParksandRec), but no Instagram handle was readily found for the department or this specific program. Google reviews for 'Waterbury Parks and Recreation' show a 3.9-star rating from 108 reviews, with some positive comments about various programs and facilities.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–10

Summer Program NERC (Wilby High 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 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: 5–10
  • Hours: 08:45 AM - 02:45 PM
  • Address: 568 Bucks Hill Rd, Waterbury, CT 06704, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. $275.00 Res

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School)

What ages does Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School) accept?
Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School) is open to children ages 5–10. 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 Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School) cost?
Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School) publishes $46/week for the standard session. USD. $275.00 Res Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School)'s hours?
Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School) runs 08:45 AM - 02:45 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School)?
Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School) 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 Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School) provide lunch?
Summer Program NERC (Wilby High 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.
How does Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Waterbury?
Summer Program NERC (Wilby High School) is one of 8 traditional day camp camps in Waterbury 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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