EXPLO 360° at Wellesley
Exploratory program for middle schoolers offering diverse courses and activities in a college setting.
▌ Editor's read The EXPLO 360° at Wellesley website loads successfully and details a three-week summer program for students in grades 8-10, offering over 80 courses and activities. The program is described as a hybrid, combining academic learning with traditional camp experiences on the Wellesley College campus. EXPLO has been operating for 58 years, founded by Ted and Moira Levi, indicating a long-standing presence in summer education. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and that there is a 24/7 health center on campus. EXPLO is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'EXPLO' generally show a rating of 4.5 stars based on over 200 reviews, with parents often praising the engaging curriculum and the opportunity for students to explore new interests. Social media handles found are @explojourney on Instagram and 'explo.org' on Facebook.
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Since 196858+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 10–13
EXPLO 360° at Wellesley is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. academic programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day and overnight options
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1968 (58 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Academic
- Ages: 10–13
- Address: Wellesley College, 106 Central St, Wellesley, MA 02481, USA
- Phone: (781) 762-7400
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Overnight: $6,295 for 2 weeks
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about EXPLO 360° at Wellesley
- What ages does EXPLO 360° at Wellesley accept?
- EXPLO 360° at Wellesley is open to children ages 10–13. 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 EXPLO 360° at Wellesley cost?
- EXPLO 360° at Wellesley publishes $3,148/week for the standard session. Overnight: $6,295 for 2 weeks Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs EXPLO 360° at Wellesley?
- EXPLO 360° at Wellesley is operated by a private business, with 58 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does EXPLO 360° at Wellesley provide lunch?
- Yes — EXPLO 360° at Wellesley includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
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