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YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World

Windermere

The YMCA of Central Florida offers a traditional day camp at Bay Lake Elementary, providing a variety of activities...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Central Florida operates a day camp at Bay Lake Elementary, offering a traditional camp experience for elementary school children. The YMCA of Central Florida is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, indicating compliance with over 200 health, safety, and program quality standards. The organization's website mentions that all staff undergo extensive training and background checks to ensure child safety. The camp is licensed by the state of Florida under license number C09OR0043. While specific Google reviews for the 'Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World' program were not found, the YMCA of Central Florida as a whole has a Google rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,300 reviews, with many positive comments about their programs and facilities. The camp's program includes activities like swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. Social media handles include @ymcacfl on Instagram and YMCACentralFlorida on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World 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
Yes
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Hours: 7:30 AM– 5:00 PM
  • Address: 12005 Silverlake Park Dr, Windermere, FL 34786, USA
  • Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Runs 7:30 AM– 5:00 PM, 9 sessions (9 one-week), from Jun 1 to Aug 7.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 1 – 5, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 2 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 3 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 4 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 6 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 7 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 8 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 9 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 10 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week

↗ What parents like

  • Themed weekly activities
  • Focus on character development

↘ Watch for

  • Pricing not available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World

What ages does YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World accept?
YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World is open to children ages 5–11. 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 YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World cost?
YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. YMCA member/non-member pricing 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World's hours?
YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World runs 7:30 AM– 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World accredited?
Yes — YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World?
YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World provide lunch?
YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World 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 YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World compare to other traditional day camp camps in Windermere?
YMCA of Central Florida - Bay Lake Elementary - Wonders of the World is one of 11 traditional day camp camps in Windermere 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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