DARIEN YMCA PRE-SCHOOL CAMP
About DARIEN YMCA PRE-SCHOOL CAMP
DARIEN YMCA PRE-SCHOOL 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 PRE-SCHOOL CAMP holds license #YCYC.00663, verified through CT OEC. DARIEN YMCA PRE-SCHOOL CAMP has earned a 4.5-star rating from 44 families on Google, reflecting consistent parent satisfaction. Check whether the camp offers flexible scheduling (week-by-week signups vs. full-summer commitment). Many families mix camp weeks with family vacation time
Last updated April 2026
Summer Camp Services
Services offered by DARIEN YMCA PRE-SCHOOL 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
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.
Cost data: Child Care Aware of America, 2025. Subsidy info: CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC).
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State Inspection Record
43 citations across 24 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.
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1 investigation on record
Data from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) public records. Updated April 2026.
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