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Beechmont Summer Camp

Beechmont · $60/week

Beechmont Summer Camp, part of Louisville Parks and Recreation, offers a traditional day camp experience with a variety of activities for children aged 6-12.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Louisville Parks and Recreation page for community center camps, confirming Beechmont Summer Camp as a day camp for ages 6-12. The camp is operated by a municipal parks department, indicating a public entity as the owner. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, state licensing, or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no information regarding background checks for staff. The Louisville Parks and Recreation Facebook page is active, but specific social media for Beechmont Summer Camp was not found. Google reviews for 'Beechmont Community Center' show a 4.4-star rating from 104 reviews, with comments generally positive about the facility and programs, though not specifically about the summer camp. The camp's affordability at $60 per week is a significant strength, making it an accessible option for many families in Louisville.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Beechmont Summer 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Address: 205 W Wellington Ave, Louisville, KY 40214, USA
  • Cost notes: 60 USD per week. Free breakfast and lunch provided by Dare to Care.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Beechmont Summer Camp

What ages does Beechmont Summer Camp accept?
Beechmont Summer Camp 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 Beechmont Summer Camp cost?
Beechmont Summer Camp publishes $60/week for the standard session. 60 USD per week. Free breakfast and lunch provided by Dare to Care. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Beechmont Summer Camp's hours?
Beechmont Summer Camp runs 8:00 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.
Who runs Beechmont Summer Camp?
Beechmont Summer 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 Beechmont Summer Camp provide lunch?
Beechmont Summer 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 Beechmont Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Louisville?
Beechmont Summer Camp is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Louisville 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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