Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–16 · $2,343/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–16

Camp Wayne for Boys

Preston Park, PA · $2,343/week · ★ 4.6 (50 reviews)

Camp Wayne for Boys is a traditional sleepaway camp in Pennsylvania that emphasizes sportsmanship, camaraderie, and...

▌ Editor's read Camp Wayne for Boys is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid through 2025, ensuring adherence to recognized safety and program standards. The camp has been operating for over 80 years, founded by Allan and Sue Sussman, indicating a long-standing tradition in summer camping. The website states that all staff undergo extensive background checks and training, emphasizing a commitment to camper safety. The program offers a wide array of activities including team sports, individual sports, waterfront activities, and creative arts. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive environment, dedicated staff, and the variety of activities offered. The camp is clearly a for-profit entity, owned and operated by the Sussman family.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–16

Camp Wayne for Boys sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1946 (80 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 15 Camp Wayne Road, Preston Park, PA 18455
  • Phone: (570) 798-2511
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tuition for the summer of 2026 is $16,400. Tuition for the Four Week program for the summer of 2026 is $11,100. (The Four Week Program is open to first-time campers only.)

Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 27 to Aug 15.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 27 – Aug 15, 2026 · 8 weeks · $16,400

↗ What parents like

  • Brotherhood for life
  • Focus on sportsmanship

↘ Watch for

  • No short sessions for returning campers
  • Uniform required

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: Yes
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Wayne for Boys

What ages does Camp Wayne for Boys accept?
Camp Wayne for Boys is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Camp Wayne for Boys cost?
Camp Wayne for Boys publishes $2,343/week for the standard session. Tuition for the summer of 2026 is $16,400. Tuition for the Four Week program for the summer of 2026 is $11,100. (The Four Week Program is open to first-time campers only.) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Wayne for Boys's hours?
Camp Wayne for Boys runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Wayne for Boys accredited?
Yes — Camp Wayne for Boys is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Wayne for Boys?
Camp Wayne for Boys is operated by a private business, with 80 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 Camp Wayne for Boys provide lunch?
Camp Wayne for Boys 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.
Does Camp Wayne for Boys offer transportation?
Camp Wayne for Boys provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
How does Camp Wayne for Boys compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Preston Park?
Camp Wayne for Boys is one of 6 overnight/sleepaway camps in Preston Park 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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