Day Camps for Kids Near Wheaton, Illinois
Wheaton, Illinois, is located in northeastern Illinois and is approximately 30 miles from Chicago. There are a variety of day camps for children year-round that require an average commute. Children of all ages will enjoy activities from painting to field trips, not to mention the social aspect that day camps provide.
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Friendship Corner
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Friendship Corner is located in Bartlett, Illinois, which is 12 miles north of Wheaton. Friendship Corner is open weekdays only from 6:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. Kids and parents alike enjoy that the center is located on sprawling acres with a countryside setting though it's only minutes from several metro stations. There are four playgrounds with a variety of play equipment. The goal of the instructors is to build community between the children and to help foster scholastic enthusiasm. All instructors are state qualified and hold certificates in CPR and first aid. Ages of students vary between 6 months and 6 years. Prices vary depending on half- and whole-day courses and age. The day camp is open all year.
Friendship Corner
935 E. Devon Avenue
Bartlett, IL 60123
630-289-2211
www.friendship-corner.com
Good Times Summer Day Camp
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Good Times Summer Day Camp is located in Glenview, Illinois, and is 10 weeks long. The camp dates are from June 13 through August 19 and children who are 4 1/2 and through 12 are eligible for enrollment. If you are unable to drive to camp in the mornings, there are three safe drop-off spots, all of which have a bus system that will transport your camper to and from camp each day. Your kids will enjoy traditional sports, swimming, field trips and day festivals with music and art activities. Kids may arrive at camp as early as 7 a.m. and must be picked up by 5:30 p.m. Lunch is served on a daily basis. Tuition varies with age groups.
Good Times Summer Day Camp
300 Waukegan Road
Glenview, IL 60025
847-729-4884
www.goodtimesdaycamp.com
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Jolly Fun Summer Day Camp Program
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The Jolly Fun summer Day Camp Program is run by the Jolly Fun House Educational Academy, which has three convenient locations in northeastern Illinois. This camp is run every summer, though the dates of operation differ from year to year. The rates vary between age groups as well. Campers will be transported to a variety of venues by bus or van to enjoy an abundance of sports and recreational activities. These activities include but are not limited to basketball, softball, rollerskating and field trips. Campers will visit amusement parks, movie theaters, museums and more. Children ages 6 to 12 are eligible for enrollment.
JFH Educational Academy
7642 West Irving Park Road
Norridge, IL 60706
708-456-5512
www.jfhacademy.com
Other Options
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For a larger variety of year-round day camps, check with your child's school or with the local YMCA, as many of these institutions offer after-school or weekend day camps.
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