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Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp

Tupelo Parks & Recreation · $58/week

Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-12, focusing on fun activities and social development within ...

▌ Editor's read The Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp website loads successfully and provides details for their summer day camp program, catering to children aged 5-12. The camp operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with a weekly fee of $57.50. It is owned and operated by the Tupelo Parks & Recreation department, indicating municipal oversight. The camp is not listed as accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Google reviews for 'Tupelo Parks & Recreation' generally show a positive sentiment with a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the variety of programs and facilities, though specific reviews for the day camp itself are not readily isolated. The website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for staff. Social media handles for Tupelo Parks & Recreation are @tupeloparksandrec on Instagram and 'tupeloparksandrec' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–11

Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp 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: 6–11
  • Hours: 7am-5pm
  • Address: 655 Rutherford Road, Tupelo, MS 38801, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. City residents pay $55/week. A discount is available for households with 2 or more children.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp

What ages does Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp accept?
Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp is open to children ages 6–11. 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 Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp cost?
Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp publishes $58/week for the standard session. USD. City residents pay $55/week. A discount is available for households with 2 or more children. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp's hours?
Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp runs 7am-5pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp?
Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp 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 Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp provide lunch?
Tupelo Parks & Recreation Day Camp 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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