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Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit

Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit

The Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit offers an affordable summer day camp for youth, focusing on character development, academic success, and ...

▌ Editor's read The Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit offers a summer day camp program for youth, with a focus on academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. The website indicates that membership is required, and the summer program runs from May 28 to August 9, 2024, for ages 6-18. They state that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks and drug screenings, and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. The organization is a nonprofit, and their main Facebook page (Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield) has 4.8 stars from 144 reviews, with many praising the positive impact on children and the dedicated staff. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. The program is clearly a day camp, and the organization emphasizes safety and positive youth development.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit 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
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 2814 N Fremont Ave, Springfield, MO 65803, USA
  • Phone: (417) 862-9214
  • Cost notes: There are no fees associated with Fremont's summer program this year. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit

What ages does Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit accept?
Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit 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 Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit cost?
Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. There are no fees associated with Fremont's summer program this year. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit's hours?
Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit?
Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit 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 Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit provide lunch?
Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit 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 Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit compare to other traditional day camp camps in Springfield?
Boys & Girls Club of Springfield - Fremont Unit is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Springfield 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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