What ages does Camp Connections North Day Camp accept?

Camp Connections North Day Camp 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 Camp Connections North Day Camp cost?

Camp Connections North Day Camp publishes $145/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Camp Connections North Day Camp?

Camp Connections North Day Camp 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 Camp Connections North Day Camp provide lunch?

Camp Connections North Day Camp 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 Camp Connections North Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Topeka?

Camp Connections North Day Camp is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Topeka 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 6–12

Camp Connections North Day Camp

Shawnee North Community Park · $145/week

Shawnee County Parks and Recreation day camp at Shawnee North Community Center with themed activities and field trips.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Shawnee County Parks + Recreation website, specifically the 'Day Camps' section, confirming that Camp Connections North Day Camp is a real program. The camp is explicitly described as a 'traditional day camp' for children aged 6-12, operating from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The cost is listed as $145 per week for residents and $155 for non-residents. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, state licensing, or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no explicit language regarding staff background checks on the day camp page. The Shawnee County Parks + Recreation Facebook page (@sncoparks) is active, but an Instagram handle for the camp itself was not found. Google reviews for 'Shawnee County Parks + Recreation' show a 4.6-star rating from 1,000+ reviews, indicating general public satisfaction with the overarching organization.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Camp Connections North Day Camp 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: 6–12
Address: Shawnee North Community Center, 300 NE 43rd St, Topeka, KS 66617
Phone: 785-267-1156
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Weekly fee: $145. A $25 non-refundable/non-transferable registration fee per week is due at the time of registration. Weekly balance is due 10 days prior to each camp week.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Connections North Day Camp

What ages does Camp Connections North Day Camp accept?: Camp Connections North Day Camp 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 Camp Connections North Day Camp cost?: Camp Connections North Day Camp publishes $145/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Camp Connections North Day Camp?: Camp Connections North Day Camp 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 Camp Connections North Day Camp provide lunch?: Camp Connections North Day Camp 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 Camp Connections North Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Topeka?: Camp Connections North Day Camp is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Topeka 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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