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KORE Summer Camp (6-12)

Multiple Community Centers · $100/week

KORE Summer Camp, offered by Knoxville Parks and Recreation, provides a traditional day camp experience for children aged 6-12 with a focus on recreation and...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully and directs to the City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation summer camps page, which details the KORE Summer Camp. The camp is for children aged 6-12 and is described as a traditional day camp, operating from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The cost is listed as $100 per week. The camp's focus is on recreation, social development, and providing a variety of activities including games, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, and a search of the ACA directory did not yield results for 'KORE Summer Camp' or 'Knoxville Parks and Recreation'. The camp is clearly operated by the municipal government, specifically the City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation department. While the website does not explicitly mention staff background checks, it is generally expected for municipal programs. Google reviews for 'Knoxville Parks and Recreation' show a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, indicating general public satisfaction with the department's offerings. The Facebook page for Knoxville Parks and Recreation is active and provides updates on various programs.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

KORE Summer Camp (6-12) 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
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 400 Main St, Knoxville, TN 37902
  • Phone: (865) 215-4311
  • Cost notes: USD. $50 for City Residents. $10 discount on registration fee if registered by May 15.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about KORE Summer Camp (6-12)

What ages does KORE Summer Camp (6-12) accept?
KORE Summer Camp (6-12) 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 KORE Summer Camp (6-12) cost?
KORE Summer Camp (6-12) publishes $100/week for the standard session. USD. $50 for City Residents. $10 discount on registration fee if registered by May 15. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are KORE Summer Camp (6-12)'s hours?
KORE Summer Camp (6-12) runs 8:00 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 KORE Summer Camp (6-12)?
KORE Summer Camp (6-12) 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 KORE Summer Camp (6-12) provide lunch?
KORE Summer Camp (6-12) 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.
How does KORE Summer Camp (6-12) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Knoxville?
KORE Summer Camp (6-12) is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Knoxville 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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