What ages does Charis Hills accept?

Charis Hills is open to children ages 7–18. 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 Charis Hills cost?

Charis Hills publishes $2,200/week for the standard session. $2200 per session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Charis Hills's hours?

Charis Hills runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Is Charis Hills accredited?

Yes — Charis Hills is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 2006 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.

Who runs Charis Hills?

Charis Hills is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 2006 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Charis Hills provide lunch?

Yes — Charis Hills 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.

▌ Specialty · Ages 7–18

Charis Hills

Charis Hills · $2,200/week

Charis Hills is an overnight summer camp in Sunset, Texas, dedicated to serving children and teens with ADHD,...

▌ Editor's read Charis Hills is an ACA-accredited overnight summer camp in Sunset, Texas, founded by Brent and Lori Johnston, operating since 2006. The camp specializes in serving children and teens with ADHD, high-functioning autism, and other learning differences, providing a supportive environment with a 1:3 staff-to-camper ratio. The website states that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews show a 4.9-star rating based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the camp's positive impact on their children's social skills and self-confidence. The camp's ACA accreditation is valid through 2025, ensuring adherence to recognized safety and operational standards. Charis Hills is identified as a nonprofit organization.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 202006+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 7–18

Charis Hills is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 20 (2006 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Specialty
Ages: 7–18
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 498 Faulkner Rd, Sunset, TX 76270, USA
Phone: (940) 964-2145
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: $2200 per session.

↗ What parents like

Specializes in learning differences
Therapeutic and recreational activities

↘ Watch for

High cost

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Charis Hills

What ages does Charis Hills accept?: Charis Hills is open to children ages 7–18. 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 Charis Hills cost?: Charis Hills publishes $2,200/week for the standard session. $2200 per session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Charis Hills's hours?: Charis Hills runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Charis Hills accredited?: Yes — Charis Hills is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 2006 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Charis Hills?: Charis Hills is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 2006 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Charis Hills provide lunch?: Yes — Charis Hills 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.

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