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program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making

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The FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making camp, offered by Newton Parks, Recreation & Culture, provides hands-on experience in various aspects of filmmaking f...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Newton Parks, Recreation & Culture website, which lists various summer camps, including the FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making camp. This camp is a day program, focusing on teaching children ages 8-14 the fundamentals of filmmaking, from storyboarding to editing. The Newton Parks, Recreation & Culture department is a municipal entity, making the owner type 'municipal-parks'. The website states that all staff undergo CORI/SORI background checks, demonstrating a commitment to child safety. While specific Google reviews for the 'FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making' camp were not found, the Newton Parks and Recreation Department generally has positive reviews, with a 4.4-star rating from 105 reviews, often praising the variety of programs and well-maintained facilities. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. Social media handles for the department are @newton_prc on Instagram and 'NewtonParksandRecreation' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making 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 arts 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: Arts
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: "09:00 AM - 03:00 PM"
  • Address: 545 Grove St, Newton, MA 02462, USA
  • Phone: (617) 796-1500
  • Cost notes: USD. "$475.00 Res, $490.00 Non-Res"

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making

What ages does program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making accept?
program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making 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: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making cost?
program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making publishes $475/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making's hours?
program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making runs "09:00 AM - 03:00 PM". If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making?
program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making 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: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making provide lunch?
program_name: FC Academy Filmmaking - Movie Making 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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