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program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp

Providence Recreation Center · $5/week

The Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp offers an affordable summer day camp experience for children in Providence, Rhode Island, focusing on recreati...

▌ Editor's read The website provided, epl.providenceri.gov/recreation-department-camps/, loads successfully and is the official site for the Providence Recreation Department's summer camps, including the Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp. This camp is a day program, operating Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and is designed for children aged 5-12. The cost is notably low at $5 per week, making it an exceptionally affordable option for families. The camp is owned and operated by the municipal Providence Recreation Department. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, nor is a state license number provided. The Providence Recreation Department has a Facebook page (ProvidenceRec) but no Instagram handle is listed on the camp page. Google reviews for the Madeline Rogers Recreation Center itself show a 4.3-star rating from 106 reviews, with comments often praising the community feel and activities offered by the center.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:30AM - 4:00PM
  • Address: 60 Camden Ave, Providence, RI 02908
  • Phone: (401) 680-7310
  • Cost notes: USD. Providence Recreation Department.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp

What ages does program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp accept?
program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center 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 program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp cost?
program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp publishes $5/week for the standard session. USD. Providence Recreation Department. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp's hours?
program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp runs 8:30AM - 4:00PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp?
program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center 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 program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp provide lunch?
program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center 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.
How does program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Providence?
program_name: Madeline Rogers Recreation Center Day Camp is one of 24 traditional day camp camps in Providence 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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