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Lawrence's summer camp scene perfectly reflects its identity as a vibrant college town, with the University of Kansas playing a central role in offering unique educational experiences for kids. From high-tech engineering camps at KU's School of Engineering to hands-on wildlife adventures at Pet World, the city punches above its weight in delivering diverse, enriching programs. Sports enthusiasts particularly benefit from KU's athletic legacy, with standout options like Bill Self Basketball Camps and Sporting Kaw Valley's soccer programs drawing hundreds of young athletes each summer.
While most camps fall under the $200 mark, making them relatively affordable, what truly sets Lawrence apart is how seamlessly academic and athletic excellence blend with small-town accessibility - you'll find everything from theater productions at Theatre Lawrence to cutting-edge STEM programs, all within a close-knit community setting.
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The average summer camp costs $175. We found that 43 camps cost under $200, 20 camps are between $201-$400, and 4 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Sports, Variety, Academic. Sports camps make up 38% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 8 and 12 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 11 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 12 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 14 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 13 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 136 sessions, Full-Day camps have 40 sessions, Half-Day camps have 58 sessions.
Yes! 20 camps (15% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, January. The average camp session runs for 18 days.