Charis Hills - Session 1
Charis Hills is a Christian overnight camp in Texas dedicated to serving children with learning differences and ADHD through specialized programs and a suppo...
▌ Editor's read The Charis Hills website loads as a legitimate camp site, indicating it is an overnight camp for children with learning differences and ADHD. Founded in 2005 by Brenda and David Eagan, the camp has been operating for 19 years as a non-profit organization. The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While not ACA accredited, the camp has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from 100 Google reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children's confidence and social skills. The program focuses on skill-building, character development, and spiritual growth within a structured, supportive environment. Social media handles include @charishills on Instagram and CharisHills on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 7–14
Charis Hills - Session 1 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 specialty 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
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2007 (19 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 7–14
- Address: 498 Faulkner Rd, Sunset, TX 76270
- Phone: (940) 964-2145
- Cost notes: $2000/week or less
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Charis Hills - Session 1
- What ages does Charis Hills - Session 1 accept?
- Charis Hills - Session 1 is open to children ages 7–14. 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 - Session 1 cost?
- Charis Hills - Session 1 publishes $2,000/week for the standard session. $2000/week or less Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs Charis Hills - Session 1?
- Charis Hills - Session 1 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 19 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 - Session 1 provide lunch?
- Charis Hills - Session 1 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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