Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–15 · $150/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–15

Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp

Allen · $150/week

City-run summer camps offering a variety of recreational activities for different age groups.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.cityofallen.org/, loads as the official website for the City of Allen, Texas. The Parks and Recreation department within this site offers various summer camp programs, including 'Camp Funshine' for ages 6-12 and 'Teen Camp' for ages 13-15, indicating a day camp program type. The website states that 'All Parks and Recreation staff are required to pass a background check prior to employment,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Allen Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 163 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs. Social media handles found are @allenparksandrec on Instagram and AllenParksAndRec on Facebook. The camp is operated by a municipal parks department, which falls under the 'municipal-parks' owner type.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–15

Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp 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: 5–15
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: Various locations in Allen, TX
  • Phone: (214) 509-4750
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Estimated cost per week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp

What ages does Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp accept?
Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–15. 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 Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp cost?
Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp publishes $150/week for the standard session. Estimated cost per week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp's hours?
Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp runs 9:00 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 Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp?
Allen Parks & Recreation Summer 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 Allen Parks & Recreation Summer Camp provide lunch?
Allen Parks & Recreation Summer 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.

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