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Southwick Summer Camp

Park DuValle · $60/week

Southwick Summer Camp, offered by Louisville Parks and Recreation, provides a traditional day camp experience for children aged 6-12 at the Southwick Communi...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to the Louisville Parks and Recreation page detailing their community center camps, including Southwick Summer Camp. This camp is a traditional day camp for children aged 6-12, operating from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a weekly fee of $60. The camp is owned and operated by Louisville Parks and Recreation, a municipal government entity. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, nor is it listed in the ACA directory. The website does not provide specific information regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Google reviews for 'Southwick Community Center' show a rating of 4.1 stars based on 106 reviews, with some reviewers praising the community programs. The Facebook page for Louisville Parks and Recreation is active, but there isn't a specific social media presence for Southwick Summer Camp itself.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Southwick 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: 3621 Southern Ave, Louisville, KY 40211, 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 Southwick Summer Camp

What ages does Southwick Summer Camp accept?
Southwick 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 Southwick Summer Camp cost?
Southwick 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 Southwick Summer Camp's hours?
Southwick 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 Southwick Summer Camp?
Southwick 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 Southwick Summer Camp provide lunch?
Southwick 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 Southwick Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Louisville?
Southwick 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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