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Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy Day Camp

Providence

Traditional day camp offering a variety of recreational activities for children in Providence.

▌ Editor's read The Providence Recreation website (rec.providenceri.gov/programs/) loads successfully and lists the Robert F. Kennedy Day Camp as a free summer program for Providence residents aged 6-12. The camp runs for six weeks, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and includes breakfast and lunch. Activities mentioned include sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. The program is operated by the City of Providence Parks and Recreation Department, indicating a municipal-parks owner type. While specific staff ratios or background check policies are not detailed on the program page, the Providence Recreation Department's Instagram (@provrec) and Facebook (ProvidenceRecreation) pages are active. There is no indication of ACA accreditation or state licensing information readily available on the website. Google reviews for 'Providence Recreation' generally reflect positively on the department's offerings, with a 4.5-star rating from 10 reviews, often praising accessibility and community focus.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy 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
  • Address: 1000 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02905
  • Phone: (401) 680-7300
  • Email: [email protected]

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy Day Camp

What ages does Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy Day Camp accept?
Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy 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.
Who runs Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy Day Camp?
Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy 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 Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy Day Camp provide lunch?
Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy 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 Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Providence?
Providence Recreation - Robert F. Kennedy 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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