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Dabel School Summer Camp
5.0
Our son has went to Dabel school for a little over a year. We absolutely love them. They are beyond excellent.
- Katie
Friends Academy
5.0
Both of my kids not only spent most of their summers in FA summer programs, they've come back to work at them! The variety of offerings and the care of the staff make it one of the most robust summer programs on the south coast. The high- and low-element ropes course is a unique and really fun...
- Kelly
Little People's Playhouse
5.0
An awesome nurturing environment that promotes learning and creativity. Ms. Pam treats the children as if they are her own!
- Qadriyyah M
A Smart Start Enrichment Academy LLC
5.0
I couldn’t be more thrilled with my experience at a smart start enrichment academy ! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel so welcome and reassured. They are incredibly attentive, kind, and truly care about each child’s well-being and development. This facility is clean, safe, and...
- Care member
Cariculum Enrichment & Consultants
5.0
Worth it! Your kids will learn to read well and do math here. This is not a typical child care place. Hal
- Halbert G
Summer camps in Ames, IA
Iowa 4-H Center
Extension 4-H Bldg, Ames, IA
Iowa 4-H Center is a non-profit organization that offers ACA-accredited, camp-based programs during the summer. Located in Ames, Iowa, the company admits young children and adolescents. The company’s mission is to provide campers with a wide range of activities and experiences that support their...
Riverside Summer Camp
3001 Riverside Rd, Story City, IA
The Riverside Summer Camp is a great place for kids to spend their summer break. It offers a great deal of fun, making new friends and praising God. The camp provides various activities that are Christ-centered, teaching children positive values and life skills.
Dabel School Summer Camp
4492 Thomasville Drive, Acworth, GA
5.0
(1)
Dabel School is a Quality Rated State Licensed Center. This summer, your kids will go on a culinary vacation as they explore a variety of recipes and cooking techniques in an encouraging, safe environment. Begins May 30th.
5.0
"Our son has went to Dabel school for a little over a year. We absolutely love them. They are beyond excellent."
Katie
Friends Academy
1088 Tucker Road, North Dartmouth, MA
5.0
(1)
Friends Academy Summer Programs offer a variety of summer camps, courses, and expeditions. The goal of the Friends Academy Summer Programs is to provide a safe, enjoyable and educational program for children and teens ages 3-18 in the summer months.
You'll find that our online brochure describes...
5.0
"Both of my kids not only spent most of their summers in FA summer programs, they've come back to work at them! The variety of offerings and the care of the staff make it one of the most robust summer programs on the south coast. The high- and low-element ropes...
Kelly
Little People's Playhouse
3512 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC
5.0
(3)
Licensed 5 Star Family Childcare Home. Summer is close!!! I am now open for Summer Camp at affordable pricing. Summer Camp includes breakfast, lunch, and snack. Full day care filled with fun, excitement and much more. Call now to reserve your space.
5.0
"An awesome nurturing environment that promotes learning and creativity. Ms. Pam treats the children as if they are her own!"
Qadriyyah M
A Smart Start Enrichment Academy LLC
3156 Thomas Street, MEMPHIS, TN
5.0
(4)
At A Smart Start Enrichment Academy LLC, we are proud to have a team with over 25 years of combined childcare experience. For more than 25 years, our dedicated staff has been passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment where every child can thrive. From infants to...
5.0
"They are very caring. My son loves it there!"
Brianna H.
Cariculum Enrichment & Consultants
Box 341143, Jamaica, NY
5.0
(4)
Dear parents,
We are happy to welcome your children to Cariculum Summer Enrichment! Our program includes childcare for all ages and stages, and a robust culturally responsive education.
We discover reading/writing, environmental science, mathematics, history and world geography through a...
5.0
"My son went to the preschool last year"
Rasheed M
Teddy Bear College
5285 Bensalem Blvd., Bensalem, PA
5.0
(2)
If you are looking for a child care environment that combines education, a love of learning, suitable structure, free play, and FUN than look no further! Open Monday - Friday from 7am - 6pm, Teddy Bear College offers a variety of scheduling options for your child. Who can attend Teddy Bear College?...
5.0
"I can't say enough about this school. I love the staff, all of them. I have two children who are enrolled for before and after school and they also attend summer camp there as well. The safety and well being is most important and something I never need to worry...
Lindsay E
Imagine That! and Future Tech
6365 Spalding Dr. Suite E, Atlanta, GA
5.0
(1)
We are the premier STEM & Art educator in Atlanta! Our programs include Science, Technology, Robotics, 3D Printing, Minecraft Programming, Sewing and Art. We are dedicated to providing exciting, Summer Camps and After School classes implementing hands-on educational opportunities for kids from ages...
5.0
"Imagine That is an awesome company! Super fun and educational camps for kids. Highly recommend!"
Brittony
Camp Shalom of Central Florida
168 Camp Shalom, Fort Lauderdale, FL
5.0
(1)
We are Camp Shalom! A co-ed, overnight, Jewish, sleep-away camp located in Orange Springs, Florida! We provide amazing summers for children, 6-16, and also provide a wonderful experience for our staff!
As a camper, you can count on a summer FULL of fun including 2x a week field trips, creative and...
5.0
"Excellent place to send your kids to. Loving environment where kids have fun, learn new things and end up with long lasting friendships!
My daughter loves Camo Shalom and this was her 3rd year"
Lori K
K.I.D.S. Academy Kids Introduced to Developmental Skills
300 E Horizon Dr, Henderson, NV
5.0
(6)
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized...
5.0
"Love this daycare and all the girls that work there. Ms. Chrystal is great, understanding and very easy to connect with. My kids, Legend and Achilles love going there and look forward to it. Can't ask for better care for you kiddos while you have to work."
Stephanie E
KidZone After School Academy & Summer Camp
2066 Deep River Rd, High Point, NC
5.0
(1)
KidZone provides after school transportation and care to children from local High Point schools. We provide a Christian environment with daily Praise & Worship and Bible devotions.
Our program is directed by a former teacher with over 13 years of experience in the elementary classroom. Students...
5.0
"HIGHLY RECOMMEND! My son has been with them several years and he has Autism. They have embraced my son and cared for him and I've never once had to worry about his safety or well being! From Beth in the office and Mr Danny the director to the staff Alysia; it's...
Kasey D
Willow Bend Learning Center
3900 W Park Blvd, Plano, TX
5.0
(4)
Infants, Toddler, Preschool, After-School, Summer Camp. Blended Curriculum includes Montessori & Whole Language Methods. Impeccable Record with Childcare licensing!
5.0
"WBLC is the best! They are reasonable price wise and the care they offer is definitely worth it! Thank you so much"
Jabari R.
Little Treehouse Academy / Teremok Preschool
18510 Plummer St, Northridge, CA
5.0
(1)
Teremok Preschool is an early learning facility that offers educational day care programs for preschool and school-age children. Located in Chatsworth, California, the company admits kids between the ages of twelve months old to twelve years old. The company also provides summer camp and various...
5.0
"Our daughter when to preschool at Teremok. She's in 3rd grade now and still has friends she made there. It was a great experience and the teachers really care about the kids."
Jon
Building Kidz of Palo Alto South
569 San Antonio Rd, PALO ALTO, CA
5.0
(2)
We are thrilled to be part of the Building Kidz Worldwide family of campuses, providing local Palo Alto families a plethora of services including toddler care, preschool, after-school for children up to 5th grade, and day and summer camp services. If you are looking for local childcare with easy...
5.0
"I am pretty happy, they are nice, flexible and accommodating!"
Megha G.
Smarties
1520 Martin Street, Winston Salem, NC
5.0
(1)
Smarties is a youth center owned and operated by a NC licensed teacher. Smarties provides before and after school care, parents nights out, summer camp, spring camp, drop-in childcare, and our newest service for the 2022-23 school year PRE-K CLUB.
5.0
"Smarties is an amazing learning Center. My son enjoys the staff and fun activites planned. Smarties is very affordable and special field trips and activitoes are not affects by the rate. Smarties is definitely a 5 star!"
Donita
Funshine Child Care
12416 Greenwich Drive, Glen Allen, VA
5.0
(2)
Summer childcare in Wyndham, (Glen Allen)
combining childcare with camp activities available in a
jam-packed, creative, summer experience!
DATES: June 15th - August 28th
Kids are kept active and moving, as well as participating in
down time with: movie time, summer reading/skill packets,
crafting,...
5.0
"Carol is a very capable and caring person who loves children."
Mike
Community Extension Programs
7632 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ
5.0
(2)
Community Extension Programs, Inc. (CEP) is a non-profit 501 ( C ) (3) corporation that started in 1970. We offer Preschool, STEMazzzing Summer Camp, Out of school time (breaks&holidays) and community education programs. We are licensed by the Arizona Department of Health and Services (DHS) and we...
5.0
"Great place for children. Caring Staff!"
Erin
Christian Day Care Center
1300 Eaton Ave, Bethlehem, PA
3.0
(1)
Since 1971, Christian Day Care Center (a church affiliated and state licensed facility) has provided quality child care and summer day camp for thousands of Lehigh Valley families. We endeavor to give children a good start, teaching them basic skills, along with the difference between right and...
3.0
"No me permite escribir los días y el horario que necesito"
Miriam E.
4.7
(15)
The Clifton School serves children 6 Weeks - 5 Years. We also offer our Clifton Explorers Summer Camp for children entering 1st Grade - 5th Grade. We are passionate about instilling a love of learning in children through exciting, hands on, developmentally appropriate, theme based experiences. It...
5.0
"Our 13 month old has a blast at The Clifton School. He absolutely adores his teachers and the director! The school is clean, sanitary and well staffed. All of the teachers are fantastic and I absolutely cannot recommend them enough! We love the Clifton School. "
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What are the benefits of attending summer camp near me in Ames, IA?
Summer camps near you in Ames, IA can be extremely beneficial for children. They offer a summer worth of activities that are structured, educational, and recreational. Through summer camp, kids get to develop life skills essential for personal development, such as conflict resolution and team building. Summer camps also facilitate access to experts in various fields including music, art, technology, and adventure activities. Beyond those traditional summer camp experiences, summer camps create long lasting friendships and a supportive community where participants can gain self-confidence and build independence. Aside from the social benefits of summer camp, children will also be provided with physical activity options which promote emotional wellbeing while aiding in supplementing academic education during summer vacation.
How can I find a good summer camp near me in Ames, IA?
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How much does it cost to attend summer camp near me in Ames, IA?
The cost of sending your child to summer camp near you in Ames, IA is null per hour on average. Summer camp costs vary widely based on the type of camp, length of stay, location, and other factors. Day camps tend to cost less than overnight ones that are located farther away from home. Prices for summer camps can range anywhere from several hundred dollars to a few thousand. In addition to the cost of tuition, there may also be fees for activities and materials. Before signing up, it is important to research what is covered by the fee and what you will need to pay extra for.
What is the purpose of summer camps near me in Ames, IA?
Summer camps near you in Ames, IA provide a summertime experience that is both educational and entertaining. Campers have the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities, from sports and art to science and more. They also get a chance to explore new interests in an engaging environment with peers and experienced staff. Summer camps also create an amazing atmosphere for campers to make friends, build confidence, learn teamwork, and enhance life skills like independence, problem solving and time management. Ultimately, summer camps are designed to offer children enriching experiences that go beyond the classroom setting.
What activities are offered at summer camps near me in Ames, IA?
Summer camps near you in Ames, IA offer a wide range of activities for children to explore and develop their skills. These activities can include sports, arts and crafts, theater or music, water or horseback riding, nature education and overnight camping. Camps generally organize both group and individual fun activities that teach participants new things while allowing them to have an entertaining summer experience. Additionally, summer camps serve as great opportunities for kids to develop social skills, learn team-building exercises, improve life values and gain valuable knowledge in a safe and nurturing environment.