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Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp

Community Park South Complex · $216/week · ★ 4.6 (130 reviews)

The Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children in grades K-8, focusing on outdoor activities, sports, and...

▌ Editor's read The Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp website loads successfully and provides details on its program for children in grades K-8. The camp is operated by the Princeton Recreation Department, indicating it is a municipal program. It offers a variety of activities including swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and special events. The camp runs for eight weeks, with registration available for individual weeks. The website mentions a camp director, Ben Stentz, and provides contact information. While the camp does not appear to be ACA accredited, it is part of a municipal department. Google reviews for 'Princeton Recreation Department' show a 4.5-star rating from 100 reviews, with comments generally praising the facilities and programs offered by the department. The camp's Facebook page is 'PrincetonRecreation'.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Princeton Recreation Department 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: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 365 John Street, Princeton, NJ 08540, USA
  • Cost notes: $196/week for early bird registration. Additional $50/week for non-residents. Discounts for multiple weeks.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp

What ages does Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp accept?
Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp cost?
Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp publishes $216/week for the standard session. $196/week for early bird registration. Additional $50/week for non-residents. Discounts for multiple weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp's hours?
Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp?
Princeton Recreation Department 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 Princeton Recreation Department Day Camp provide lunch?
Princeton Recreation Department 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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