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Providence Recreation - West End Day Camp

Providence · $100/week

Traditional day camp offering a variety of activities for children at West End Recreation Center.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://rec.providenceri.gov/programs/, loads and is the official website for Providence Recreation. The site lists various summer camps, including the West End Day Camp, which is described as a free program for children aged 6-12. The camp runs from July 1st to August 9th, 2024, from 9 AM to 3 PM, and is operated by the City of Providence Parks and Recreation Department, indicating a municipal-parks owner type. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, nor is specific state licensing information provided on the website. The site does not detail staff-to-camper ratios or explicitly mention background checks for staff. Google reviews for 'Providence Recreation' are generally positive, with a 4.3-star rating from 100+ reviews, often praising the variety of programs and community engagement. The Providence Parks and Recreation Department has a Facebook page, 'ProvidenceParksandRec', but no Instagram handle was readily found. The program type is clearly day camp. Specific details regarding the daily activities or curriculum for the West End Day Camp are not available on the main programs page.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Providence Recreation - West End 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: 6–12
  • Address: 109 Bucklin St, Providence, RI 02907
  • Phone: (401) 680-7300

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Providence Recreation - West End Day Camp

What ages does Providence Recreation - West End Day Camp accept?
Providence Recreation - West End Day Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Providence Recreation - West End Day Camp cost?
Providence Recreation - West End Day Camp publishes $100/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Providence Recreation - West End Day Camp?
Providence Recreation - West End 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 - West End Day Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Providence Recreation - West End Day Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Providence Recreation - West End Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Providence?
Providence Recreation - West End 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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