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YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp

Buras YMCA

The Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 3-5, focusing on fun, learning, and character development in a safe env...

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater New Orleans website loads successfully and provides information about their summer camp programs, including the Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp for ages 3-5. The camp is a day program, and the organization is a nonprofit. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the site emphasizes a safe and nurturing environment. The YMCA of Greater New Orleans has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars from 153 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children and the variety of activities. Social media handles found include @ymcaneworleans on Instagram and YMCANewOrleans on Facebook. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, and no state license number is provided on the website.
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Who thrives here Ages 3–4

YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. traditional day camp programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

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: 3–4
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 36342 LA-23, Buras, LA 70041
  • Phone: (504) 564-0500
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp is open to children ages 3–4. 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 YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp 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 YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp 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 YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater New Orleans - Buras YMCA Kiddie 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.

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