Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12 · $200/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

program_name: Leisure Program

"Hyannis" · $200/week

The Leisure Program in Hyannis offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 6-12, focusing on recreational activities and social development.

▌ Editor's read The Leisure Program is a day camp offered by the Town of Barnstable Recreation Division, located in Hyannis, MA. The website, barnstablema.myrec.com, loads successfully and provides details for the program, which is designed for children aged 6-12. The program runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with weekly sessions available. It is not listed in the ACA directory. The program description highlights activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, and special events. There is no specific mention of staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies on the program page. Google reviews for 'Barnstable Recreation Division' indicate a 4.6-star rating from 50 reviews, with positive comments often mentioning well-organized programs and friendly staff, though specific reviews for the Leisure Program itself are not detailed.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

program_name: Leisure Program 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: "8:30 AM - 4:30 PM"
  • Address: 141 Bassett Ln, Hyannis, MA 02601, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. "$1,400/Participant (Resident) $2,800/Participant (Non-Resident) for 7 weeks. Financial aid available."

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about program_name: Leisure Program

What ages does program_name: Leisure Program accept?
program_name: Leisure Program 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 program_name: Leisure Program cost?
program_name: Leisure Program publishes $200/week for the standard session. USD. "$1,400/Participant (Resident) $2,800/Participant (Non-Resident) for 7 weeks. Financial aid available." Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are program_name: Leisure Program's hours?
program_name: Leisure Program runs "8:30 AM - 4:30 PM". If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs program_name: Leisure Program?
program_name: Leisure Program 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 program_name: Leisure Program provide lunch?
program_name: Leisure Program 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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