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Camp STAR

Joe Farmer Rec Center · $225/week

Camp STAR, offered by the City of Allen Parks and Recreation, provides a variety of themed day camp experiences for children aged 5-12 at the Joe Farmer Recr...

▌ Editor's read The City of Allen Parks and Recreation offers Camp STAR, a day camp program for children aged 5-12, held at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center. The camp runs weekly with various themes, including 'Superheroes Unite' and 'Wacky Water Week,' and operates from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The website states that all camp staff are background checked, CPR, and First Aid certified, indicating a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited, the camp is a municipal program, which often implies adherence to local government standards. Google reviews for 'City of Allen Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.5 stars from 1,000+ reviews, reflecting general satisfaction with the department's offerings. The camp's social media presence is integrated with the City of Allen's official accounts, such as @cityofallen on Instagram and 'CityofAllen' on Facebook.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp STAR 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 1201 E Bethany Dr, Allen, TX 75002
  • Cost notes: USD. $175/week for members.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp STAR

What ages does Camp STAR accept?
Camp STAR 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.
How much does Camp STAR cost?
Camp STAR publishes $225/week for the standard session. USD. $175/week for members. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp STAR's hours?
Camp STAR runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp STAR?
Camp STAR 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 Camp STAR provide lunch?
Camp STAR 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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