Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa
A recreational summer day program for children offering various activities at the Kapaa site.
▌ Editor's read The Kauai County Summer Fun Program is operated by the County of Kauai Department of Parks and Recreation, indicating a municipal ownership structure (kauai.gov/Government/Departments-Agencies/Parks/Programs/Summer-Programs). The program is a day camp, as it is described as a 'supervised recreational program' for children during summer hours, without mention of overnight stays. The cost is listed as $12.50 per week, making it a highly affordable option for families. While the website mentions 'qualified staff,' it does not explicitly detail background check policies for these staff members. The program has a Facebook presence under 'KauaiParks' which appears to be the official page for the county's parks department. There is no indication of ACA accreditation, nor is a state license number readily available on the provided URL. The program has been running for many years, with news articles from previous years referencing its operation, suggesting a long history of community service, though a specific founding year is not stated on the official page.
Who thrives here Ages 6–13
Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right community/rec center fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not accredited or not found
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Community/Rec Center
- Ages: 6–13
- Address: 4491 Kou St, Kapaa, HI 96746 (Kapaa Neighborhood Center)
- Phone: 808-241-4460
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $75 for the entire 6-week program
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa
- What ages does Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa accept?
- Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa is open to children ages 6–13. 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 Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa cost?
- Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa publishes $13/week for the standard session. $75 for the entire 6-week program Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa?
- Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa 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 Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa provide lunch?
- Kauai County Summer Fun Program - Kapaa 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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