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program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19

"West Somerville" · $200/week

The Somertime Day Program, offered by Somerville Recreation, provides a traditional day camp experience for children in West Somerville.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Somerville Recreation Department's activity registration portal, which lists the 'Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19' as a traditional day camp. The program is offered by the City of Somerville Recreation Department, indicating it is a municipal program. There is no specific information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies on the activity listing. The website does not provide details about the program's founding or specific director names. Google reviews for 'Somerville Recreation' show a 4.2-star rating from 104 reviews, with comments generally positive about various recreational offerings, though not specifically about the Somertime Day Program. Social media handles for the recreation department were not prominently displayed on the activity page.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 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: 5–13
  • Hours: "8:30 AM - 4:30 PM"
  • Address: 177 Powder House Blvd, Somerville, MA 02144
  • Cost notes: USD. "$100 deposit + $100 weekly fee for residents. Non-resident fee is higher."

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19

What ages does program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 accept?
program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 is open to children ages 5–13. 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: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 cost?
program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 publishes $200/week for the standard session. USD. "$100 deposit + $100 weekly fee for residents. Non-resident fee is higher." Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19's hours?
program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 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: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19?
program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 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: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 provide lunch?
program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 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 program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 compare to other traditional day camp camps in Somerville?
program_name: Somertime Day Program - Jun 15-19 is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Somerville 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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