Frequently Asked Questions/Info
What are camp rates?
| Camp | Member Rate | Non-Member Rate |
Teen Camp |
$175.00 | $170.00 |
Small Fry |
$245.00 | $285.00 |
Stony Brook, Weber, & Fun City |
$245.00 | $285.00 |
Is there a part-time option available for camp?
No, camp does run Monday-Friday, we do not offer part-time care.
What time does camp operate?
| Camp | Camp opens | Camp Closes |
Small Fry at Stony Brook Acres & Fun City |
8:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
Fun City |
7:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
Stony Brook Acres |
7:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
Weber |
7:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
What are camp sessions?
Camp sessions will run weekly, Monday through Friday, from June 29, 2026, through August 27, 2026. Each session will begin on Monday. Weekly sessions will be identified by the theme offered for that week.
What days are camp closed?
Camp will be closed:
- Friday, July 3,2026 is Observation of the Fourth of July.
- Friday, August 28 for an in-service day.
How do I register?
- Select Child Care & Camp on our website www.springfieldy.org
- Select Summer Programs & Camp.
- Select the link that will bring you to the registration.
- Select the camp you desire your child to attend.
- Next, select the sessions your child is attending.
- Then select their appropriate age group.
- Complete the required questions.
- Once registered staff is alerted, and we will set both maintenance fee & deposit
How will my child be grouped?
Each Camp is designed to be broken down into five age ranges. When selecting your child’s age group, please select the age they will be on the first day of camp
- Ages: 4-5 (Children entering Kindergarten in the fall)
- Ages: 6-7
- Ages: 8-9
- Ages: 10-12
- Ages: 13-15 (Weber and Stony Brook Acres only)
What is required for billing?
Parents may choose to pay their account in full or on a weekly basis. Families electing to make weekly payments are required to have a credit/debit card or bank account information on file. If you need assistance adding a payment method to your account, please refer to the instructions on how to set up your card or bank account on file.
- Payments are made 7 days BEFORE each new session on Monday by automatic withdrawal.
- A one-time $15.00 Maintenance fee will be applied to your account
- A $50.00 deposit is required for each session for each child (if applicable)
- Families who have a Seven Hills active voucher with the YMCA will not be required to pay the deposits.
- Families that have a Seven Hills voucher at another agency (childcare facility) are considered private pay families until the voucher has been issued to us. To reserve your spot, you may place your deposit and maintenance fee once the voucher is issued, adjustments will be issued according to the options below.
- Full refund, and the parent will be required to set account for EFT.
- If there is a $0.00 parent fee full refund will be issued
- If there is a parent fee, the fee will be deducted from the deposit. If the parent fee is less than the camp deposit fee, payment will be made in full, and the remainder will be refunded.
- If the parent fee is higher than the deposits, the amount will be applied, and the balance will then be set to automatic payment.
Are my deposits refundable?
Deposits are non-refundable after June 1, 2026. In the event of a cancellation or termination after this date, the deposit will be retained.
What discounts does the YMCA offer?
- Families that are enrolling for camp may apply for Financial Aid to help with the cost of camp.
- Families that current members will receive a member’s discount.
Can I make Session changes?
Once your child is registered, any session changes must be processed by the Youth Desk to ensure all protocols are followed. Changes may be requested by calling 413-739-6955 (Option 1) or by emailing schoolagereg@springfieldy.org.
Please note that Thursday is the cutoff for any changes to the upcoming session. No exceptions will be made.
How do I put my card/banking account on file?
- Across the top of your profile is locate the tab Financial.
- Select Billing Method.
- From the drop-down menu on your right select your option of payment credit card or banking information.
- Credit/debit cards will draft and post on Monday or the day payment is made.
- Bank Accounts will draft on Monday and post by Wednesday or three days after the payment is made.
Can I split my payments?
Yes, payments may be divided on a weekly basis, and both payment accounts must be listed on the account. Please follow the instructions to add the payment methods on file. Once this has been completed, our staff will configure the payments accordingly.
What if I miss a payment?
Payments may be made online to maintain a current account balance. Families whose accounts are two weeks past due or have an outstanding balance of $500.00 or more may risk forfeiting their child’s camp placement.
What is required to complete registration?
- Physical within 18 months from the first day of camp.
- Immunization records
- Any additional medical information, if applicable, about your child’s health.
- Payment method on file to be drawn automatically.
- Payment for maintenance fee, deposits for each session.
How to submit your physical, immunization, and medical documentation?
- Select Record across the top of your profile.
- Select Documents from the drop down.
- Select to Upload New Documents.
- Attached the image and save it.
- Repeat for the rest of the documents.
What happens if I do not submit physical and immunization to my child’s profile?
Families who have not submitted a current physical, immunization record, and all required medical documentation will have their child removed from the camp roster. The child will be reinstated once all required documentation has been received and approved.
Please note that no child will be added to the roster after Thursday of the scheduled session week. In accordance with Department of Public Health requirements, all campers must have the required documentation on file
How do I update/change people who are authorized to pick my child up?
All change will need to be submitted in writing from the primary parent to schoolagereg@springfieldy.org our desk staff will make all changes.
Can I change my child’s bus stop?
Yes, you can as long as there is available space. The changes will go into effect the following week, for safety of the child we cannot make changes mid-week. All changes must be submitted in writing to schoolagereg@springfieldy.org no later than Thursday to be on correct transportation roster for the next session.
Can I have more than one bus stop?
You may select one morning bus stop and one afternoon bus stop, and they may be different locations. However, we strongly recommend selecting only one designated afternoon bus stop. Assigning a child to multiple afternoon bus stops may increase the risk of the child boarding the incorrect bus on a given day
How do I cancel my child’s camp?
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to schoolagereg@springfieldy.org. Cancellations received after the Thursday prior to the cutoff date will not be eligible for a refund.
What are reasons for termination?
- Violation of the handbook from the child/or parent.
- Behavior that jeopardizes the wellbeing of the staff and/or other children in the program from the child and/or parent.
- Nonpayment-Account behind two weeks will be removed from the roster.
- Excessive late pick up: families that are late for pick up 3 times may be in danger of termination.
Where can I locate the Parent Handbook?
The handbook can be found on our website at www.springfieldy.org under the camp & childcare tab.