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Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps

Providence Parks and Recreation

Providence Recreation Department offers affordable summer day camps for children aged 5-12 at various community centers across Providence, focusing on recrea...

▌ Editor's read The Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps website loads successfully, detailing day camp programs for children aged 5-12 at multiple community centers within Providence. The camps are run by the municipal parks department, indicating a public ownership model. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the website emphasizes a variety of activities including sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on their site, nor is the camp listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Providence Recreation Department' generally reflect positively on their community programs, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 100 reviews, though specific camp reviews are not easily isolated. The website does not explicitly state information regarding staff background checks. Social media handles for Instagram (@provrec) and Facebook (ProvidenceRec) are provided on the site.
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Who thrives here Ages 3–17

Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps 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 community/rec center 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
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: 3–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 11 West Dr, Providence, RI 02904
  • Phone: (401) 680-7300
  • Cost notes: USD. See individual program listings for specific pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps

What ages does Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps accept?
Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps is open to children ages 3–17. 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 Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps cost?
Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps 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 Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps's hours?
Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps 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 Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps?
Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps 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 Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps provide lunch?
Providence Recreation Department Summer Camps 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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