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YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary

Austin Elementary

Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary, part of the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, offers themed weekly day camp experiences for children in Coppell, Texas.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas website loads successfully and provides information on their day camp programs, including Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary. The site explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified, indicating a commitment to safety. The program is a day camp, offering weekly themed activities such as 'Super Hero Training' and 'Mad Scientist'. The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is a nonprofit organization. While the specific Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary does not have a dedicated Google review page, the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas has a Google rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about their youth programs. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas are @ymcadallas on Instagram and YMCADallas on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary 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
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 161 S Moore Rd, Coppell, TX 75019, USA
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary

What ages does YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary accept?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary 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 YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary cost?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary's hours?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary provide lunch?
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary 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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