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Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus

Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus · ★ 4.1 (15 reviews)

The Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs offers a summer day camp at Winston Campus providing a variety of activities for youth in Palatine, IL.

▌ Editor's read The Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus offers a summer day camp for youth, focusing on a variety of activities including sports, arts & crafts, and educational programs. The organization is a non-profit, as indicated by its name and mission. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, emphasizing a commitment to safety. While the specific Winston Campus location does not have a separate Google review profile, the Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs has a Google rating of 4.8 stars from 120 reviews, with reviewers often praising the positive impact on children and the dedicated staff. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. The program is clearly a day camp, running from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and serves children from kindergarten through 8th grade. Social media handles for Instagram (@bgcnws) and Facebook (bgcnws) are prominently displayed on the website.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus 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
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Address: 1100 N Smith St, Palatine, IL 60067, USA
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus

What ages does Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus accept?
Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus cost?
Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus's hours?
Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus runs 7:30 am - 5:30 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus?
Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus 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 Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus provide lunch?
Boys & Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs - Winston Campus 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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