DARIEN YMCA DAY CAMP

Summer Camp·2420 POST RD, DARIEN, CT 06820

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About DARIEN YMCA DAY CAMP

DARIEN YMCA DAY CAMP is a licensed summer camp serving families in Darien, CT. The program offers structured summer programming that keeps children active, engaged, and learning during the break from school. Connecticut youth camps are licensed by the OEC and must meet specific health, safety, and staff qualification requirements. DARIEN YMCA DAY CAMP holds license #YCYC.00029, verified through CT OEC. If your child is anxious about camp, ask whether the program offers a trial day or short first week. Many camps are happy to accommodate this

Last updated April 2026

Summer Camp Services

Services offered by DARIEN YMCA DAY CAMP:

Summer Programs
Swimming, sports, and outdoor adventure
Arts, crafts, music, and theater programs
STEM and academic enrichment activities
Field trips and special event days
Extended care options for working parents

Service Area

DARIEN YMCA DAY CAMP serves Darien and the surrounding communities:

Darien

Summer Camp in Darien — FAQ

Do summer camps need to be licensed in CT?

Connecticut day camps are licensed by the CT Department of Public Health (DPH). Licensed camps must meet safety, sanitation, and staffing requirements including certified lifeguards for any swimming activities. Ask Darien camps for their current DPH license and inquire about counselor-to-camper ratios and background check policies. CT's Care4Kids subsidy program may cover summer camp costs for income-eligible families — check care4kids.ct.gov for details.

How much do summer camps cost in Darien?

Summer camps in Darien cost $300-$800 per week. Specialty camps (STEM, sports) cost more. Full-summer discounts available. Registration often opens in January-February and popular camps fill quickly, so plan ahead.

Questions to Ask When You Visit

Before choosing a summer camp provider, bring this list to your visit or call.

1What is the daily schedule, and what activities are included?
2What is the counselor-to-camper ratio?
3How do you handle heat, severe weather, and outdoor safety?
4Are there options for extended hours if I work full-time?
5What training do your counselors receive?
6How do you handle homesickness or behavioral issues?

Summer Camp Costs in Connecticut

Average summer camp cost for toddlers in CT: $200-400/week. Rates vary by provider, location, and hours needed.

Financial Assistance

Care 4 Kids: Connecticut's Care 4 Kids program helps eligible families pay for childcare while they work or attend school. The program covers licensed family childcare, center-based care, and before/after school programs.

Apply for Care 4 Kids →Helpline: 1-888-214-5437

Cost data: Child Care Aware of America, 2025. Subsidy info: CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC).

Provider details verified through the CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) and Google Business Profiles. Last updated April 2026.