Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–11 · $143/week
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KidzQuest School-Based Camp

Centerville Elementary, Kingston Elementary, Landstown Elementary, Red Mill Elementary, and Thoroughbred Elementary. · $143/week

KidzQuest is a school-based day camp offered by Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, providing a variety of activities for children during the summer.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully and is the official website for Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation's summer camps, including KidzQuest. The camp is a day program, operating in various Virginia Beach schools, and is owned and operated by the municipal parks department. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, and the staff-to-camper ratio is 1:15. While specific Google reviews for 'KidzQuest School-Based Camp' were not readily available, Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation generally holds a 4.5-star rating on Google based on over 1,000 reviews. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles found are @vb_parks_rec on Instagram and 'virginiabeachparksandrecreation' on Facebook, both for the overarching Parks & Recreation department.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

KidzQuest School-Based Camp 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Hours: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Address: 2154 Landstown Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
  • Phone: (757) 385-0400
  • Cost notes: Full: $143, Reduced: $72

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about KidzQuest School-Based Camp

What ages does KidzQuest School-Based Camp accept?
KidzQuest School-Based Camp is open to children ages 5–11. 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 KidzQuest School-Based Camp cost?
KidzQuest School-Based Camp publishes $143/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are KidzQuest School-Based Camp's hours?
KidzQuest School-Based Camp runs 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs KidzQuest School-Based Camp?
KidzQuest School-Based 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 KidzQuest School-Based Camp provide lunch?
KidzQuest School-Based 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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