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New Haven's summer camp scene perfectly blends academic excellence with outdoor adventure, reflecting the city's unique character as both a prestigious university town and a gateway to nature. From the innovative STEM programs at the University of New Haven to the environmental exploration camps at Common Ground's urban farm, parents can find experiences that go beyond typical summer activities. The city particularly shines in specialized programming - you'll find everything from rock climbing sessions at City Climb Gym to theater workshops with the renowned Elm Shakespeare Company.
What sets New Haven's camps apart is their emphasis on hands-on learning and real-world skills, often drawing on the expertise of local institutions and professionals to create meaningful summer experiences.
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The average summer camp costs $329. We found that 43 camps cost under $200, 46 camps are between $201-$400, and 16 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Academic, Sports. Variety camps make up 26% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 13 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 18 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 70 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 80 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 30 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 327 sessions, Full-Day camps have 117 sessions, Half-Day camps have 92 sessions.
Yes! 24 camps (7% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, August. The average camp session runs for 33 days.