General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV)
The City of Savannah's General Summer Day Camp offers a variety of activities including arts, crafts, sports, and field trips for children aged 5-12.
▌ Editor's read The City of Savannah's General Summer Day Camp is a day camp program for children aged 5-12, operated by the City of Savannah's Parks and Recreation Department. The camp runs for multiple sessions, with Session IV being a resident session. Activities include arts and crafts, sports, games, and field trips, as detailed on the official city website. The cost is $100 per week, making it an affordable option for families. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. While there isn't explicit language about staff background checks on the camp's specific page, as a municipal program, it is likely that standard city employment background checks are conducted. Google reviews for 'City of Savannah Parks and Recreation' show a 4.1-star rating from 116 reviews, with some positive comments about well-maintained facilities and engaging programs, though specific camp reviews are not readily available.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) 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
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Address: 6400 Habersham St, Savannah, GA 31405
- Phone: (912) 351-3837
- Cost notes: Cost is $100 per session for residents. Session IV is July 6-July 17, 2026.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV)
- What ages does General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) accept?
- General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) is open to children ages 6–12. 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 General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) cost?
- General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) publishes $100/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV)'s hours?
- General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) runs 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV)?
- General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) 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 General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) provide lunch?
- General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) 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 General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Savannah?
- General Summer Day Camp - Savannah (Resident Session IV) is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Savannah 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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