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Princeton Recreation Department Summer Day Camp

Princeton Parks and Recreation · ★ 3.3 (3 reviews)

A traditional summer day camp offering a variety of activities including sports, arts, and games.

▌ Editor's read The Princeton Recreation Department Summer Camps website loads successfully, detailing various day camp options for children in grades K-9, including general day camp, sports camps (tennis, basketball, soccer), and art camps. The program is clearly run by the municipal Princeton Recreation Department, indicating a 'municipal-parks' owner type. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, nor does it provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks. While the website links to a Facebook page (PrincetonRecreation), no Instagram handle is listed. Google reviews for 'Princeton Recreation Department' show a rating of 4.1 stars from 100 reviews, with comments generally praising the variety of programs and community focus. The camp's structure provides options for different age groups and interests, suggesting a well-rounded community offering.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Princeton Recreation Department Summer 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 380 Witherspoon St, Princeton, NJ 08540
  • Phone: 609-921-9480
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. See individual program listings for specific pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Princeton Recreation Department Summer Day Camp

What ages does Princeton Recreation Department Summer Day Camp accept?
Princeton Recreation Department Summer Day Camp 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 Princeton Recreation Department Summer Day Camp cost?
Princeton Recreation Department Summer Day Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. See individual program listings for specific pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Princeton Recreation Department Summer Day Camp's hours?
Princeton Recreation Department Summer 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 Summer Day Camp?
Princeton Recreation Department Summer 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 Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
Princeton Recreation Department Summer 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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