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Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play

Kirkland

Creative art and play activities for preschoolers in a park setting.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Kirkland Parks & Community Services Recreation Activity Guide for Spring/Summer 2026. This guide details the 'Park Art & Play' program, described as a free, drop-in activity for children aged 3-12, focusing on art, games, and nature exploration at various Kirkland parks. The program runs on specific days and times throughout the summer, with no registration required. As a municipal program, it is operated by the City of Kirkland Parks & Community Services. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, specific staff ratios, or background check policies within the activity guide. Google reviews for 'Kirkland Parks & Community Services' generally reflect positively on the city's parks and recreational offerings, with an average rating of 4.6 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising well-maintained facilities and diverse programs.
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Who thrives here Ages 3–5

Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. arts programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

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: Arts
  • Ages: 3–5
  • Hours: 9:30-11:30am or 12:15-2:15pm
  • Address: North Kirkland Community Center, 12421 103rd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034
  • Phone: 425-587-3330
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play

What ages does Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play accept?
Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play is open to children ages 3–5. 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 Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play cost?
Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play 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 Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play's hours?
Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play runs 9:30-11:30am or 12:15-2:15pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play?
Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play 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 Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play provide lunch?
Kirkland Parks & Community Services - Park Art & Play 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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