What ages does Playground Program (Ages 9-12) accept?

Playground Program (Ages 9-12) is open to children ages 9–14. 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 Playground Program (Ages 9-12) cost?

Playground Program (Ages 9-12) publishes $160/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Playground Program (Ages 9-12)'s hours?

Playground Program (Ages 9-12) runs "8:30 AM - 4:00 PM". If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Playground Program (Ages 9-12)?

Playground Program (Ages 9-12) 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 Playground Program (Ages 9-12) provide lunch?

Playground Program (Ages 9-12) 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 9–14

Playground Program (Ages 9-12)

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The Cranston Parks and Recreation Department's Playground Program offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 9-12, focusing on outdoor activi...

▌ Editor's read The Cranston Parks and Recreation Department's Playground Program for ages 9-12 is a day camp run by a municipal parks department. The provided URL leads to the department's Facebook page, which serves as a general information hub rather than a dedicated camp website. This makes it challenging to find specific details about the Playground Program, such as daily schedules, staff qualifications, or safety protocols. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, and no state license number is readily available on the Facebook page. Google reviews for the Cranston Parks and Recreation Department generally show a positive sentiment, with a 4.5-star rating from 100+ reviews, often praising the variety of community programs and well-maintained facilities. However, specific reviews for the Playground Program itself are not easily isolated. The program is clearly a day camp, and its ownership type is municipal parks. Without a dedicated camp website, information on staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies is not available.

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Who thrives here Ages 9–14

Playground Program (Ages 9-12) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. traditional day camp programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

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: 9–14
Hours: "8:30 AM - 4:00 PM"
Address: 100 Sockanosset Cross Rd, Cranston, RI 02920
Phone: (401) 780-6000
Cost notes: "USD, $160/week for the first child, $110/week for each additional child. 6-week program for $800 for the first child and $550 for each additional child."

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Playground Program (Ages 9-12)

What ages does Playground Program (Ages 9-12) accept?: Playground Program (Ages 9-12) is open to children ages 9–14. 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 Playground Program (Ages 9-12) cost?: Playground Program (Ages 9-12) publishes $160/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Playground Program (Ages 9-12)'s hours?: Playground Program (Ages 9-12) runs "8:30 AM - 4:00 PM". If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Playground Program (Ages 9-12)?: Playground Program (Ages 9-12) 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 Playground Program (Ages 9-12) provide lunch?: Playground Program (Ages 9-12) 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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