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Stamford Parks and Recreation
About Stamford Parks and Recreation
It is the mission of the Stamford Parks & Recreation Services to create and offer comprehensive and inclusive leisure opportunities and experiences for the youth and adult population of Stamford. We strive to build a strong sense of community, increase the social, cultural, enrichment and wellbeing for all through our programs, parks, facilities and more!
Upcoming Events!
Stay and Play Preschool Program for Ages 3 &4 2026 - 2027
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
September 2026 – June 2027 (Following Stamford Public School Calendar)
Tuesday Wednesday & Thursday - 3-year-old program – Sess. 01
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday – 4-year-old program – Sess. 02
Time: 9:15AM – 12:15PM
$4,400.00 per year ( 3-Year-olds / 3 times per week ) Can be paid in 4 payments of $1,1100.00
$5,700.00 per year ( 4-year-olds / 4 times per week ) Can be paid in 4 payments of $1,425.00
A $500.00 Non - refundable deposit is due at the time of registration & the deposit will be deducted from your final payment. Registration is open until the program fills and begins on December 1, 2025 at the recreation office.
Instructors: Beth Covino, Preschool Instructor & Victoria Eldridge, Preschool Instructor
Our exciting preschool program specifically designed for 3- and 4-year old's. Children will gain independence and self-confidence in our play-based approach to early learning focused on socialization and cooperation. This hands on, active environment will encourage exploration and discovery. Activities will include creative expression, dramatic play, music and movement, large and small motor activities, early literacy, sensory activities, math readiness and outdoor play. We also offer a “Lunch Bunch” option for students two days a week that will extend the school day until 1:30pm on those assigned days. Families will be required to sign up on a monthly basis and pay in advance. This will begin in October 2026 and run through June 2027 for the four-year-old program. The Lunch bunch will also be available to the three year olds starting in January of 2027. To schedule a visit call 203-977-5018 or @Skassouf@stamfordct.gov All students registering for the program must be 3 years old by October 1, 2026 to be eligible for the program but may be flexible!
September 2026 – June 2027 (Following Stamford Public School Calendar)
Tuesday Wednesday & Thursday - 3-year-old program – Sess. 01
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday – 4-year-old program – Sess. 02
Time: 9:15AM – 12:15PM
$4,400.00 per year ( 3-Year-olds / 3 times per week ) Can be paid in 4 payments of $1,1100.00
$5,700.00 per year ( 4-year-olds / 4 times per week ) Can be paid in 4 payments of $1,425.00
A $500.00 Non - refundable deposit is due at the time of registration & the deposit will be deducted from your final payment. Registration is open until the program fills and begins on December 1, 2025 at the recreation office.
Instructors: Beth Covino, Preschool Instructor & Victoria Eldridge, Preschool Instructor
Our exciting preschool program specifically designed for 3- and 4-year old's. Children will gain independence and self-confidence in our play-based approach to early learning focused on socialization and cooperation. This hands on, active environment will encourage exploration and discovery. Activities will include creative expression, dramatic play, music and movement, large and small motor activities, early literacy, sensory activities, math readiness and outdoor play. We also offer a “Lunch Bunch” option for students two days a week that will extend the school day until 1:30pm on those assigned days. Families will be required to sign up on a monthly basis and pay in advance. This will begin in October 2026 and run through June 2027 for the four-year-old program. The Lunch bunch will also be available to the three year olds starting in January of 2027. To schedule a visit call 203-977-5018 or @Skassouf@stamfordct.gov All students registering for the program must be 3 years old by October 1, 2026 to be eligible for the program but may be flexible!
Summer Camp Employment
Recreation Vendor Day 2026
https://www.stamfordrecreation.com/stamford-recreation-vendor-day
2026 Summer Camp
Stamford Recreation
Summer Camp
Registration Dates for Day Camps, Activity & Playground Programs & Preschool Camp 2026 Please update your on-line account before camp registration begins. Full pay registration will be 100% online and reduce fee spots will only be done by appointment at the recreation office. This year children that turned age 5 before December 31, 2025 are eligible for full day camps. A copy of the child’s birth certificate must be submitted to the recreation office within 24 hours of registering to prove their eligibility. The document can be faxed (203)977-5504, emailed (stamfordrecreation@stamfordct.gov). If we do not receive the camp registration form (each child) & required documents with-in 24 hours, you will lose your spot in the camp and the registration fee is non-refundable. Finally, if your child has an IEP or 504 plan and you agree to supply us with copies after you register, we can better accommodate your child's needs. This will allow us to give them the best possible camp experience this summer. Also, please note we cannot control how fast camps will fill up online and once all of the spots have been filled a waiting list will be taken.
Registration is on a first come first serve basis online and registration begins at 8:30AM!
Full Pay Registration for Day Camps, Playground & Activity Programs begin online only Tuesday March 10, 2026 at 8:30AM.
Heroy Day Camp – 110 spots available online
TOR Day Camp – 95 spots available online
Star Center Day Camp – 70 spots available on-line
Stillmeadow Day Camp – 70 spots available online
Springdale Activity Camp – 95 Spots available online
Barrett Outdoor Adventure Program – 60 spots available online
Registration Information for Reduced Fee Camp Spots If your child/children qualify for the Reduced Fee, you will be required to call the recreation office to reserve a time slot to register in person at the Recreation Office located on the 6th floor Government Center. The appointment does not secure a camp spot until you come in to register and make the payment. If you do not come in at your scheduled time and date, you must call to make another appointment. Registration appointments are on a first come first served basis! Parents that would normally qualify for the reduced fee will need to complete the Household Income Survey in your parent portal on the Board of Education website. A copy of this letter showing the child qualifies must be handed in at registration.
Listed below are the required documents you must bring to register your child/children on your appointment date:
1. Completed Registration Form for the camp site you are registering for. ( Camp forms on our website)
2. If your child is ages 5 ( by 12/31/25), a copy of their birth certificate must be presented at registration to register.
3. Printed Copy of the Eligibility Letter for the reduced fee you received from the BOE that we will keep. Please note if your child is age 5 & has not attend Kindergarten they will not be in the BOE system which means they will not qualify for the reduced rate.
4. Payment of Cash, Check or Credit Card
5. Without the appropriate forms needed to register, a registration cannot be processed the day of your appointment. Please call 203-977-5214 beginning March 3,2026 to make an appointment to register.
Registration appointments start Monday, March 16, 2026 - ( Between 9:00am to 3:00PM.) Available Reduced Fee Spots – Must make an appointment to register in person Heroy Day Camp – 20 spots available
TOR Day Camp – 65 spots available
Star Center Day Camp – 65 spots available
Stillmeadow Day Camp – 70 spots available
Springdale Activity Program – 65 Spots available
Barrett Outdoor Adventure Program – 40 spots available
Preschool Summer Camp at Stillmeadow School – Registration will be online again this year, Tiny Tots Preschool Camp will be done online starting Tuesday, March 10 , 2026.
A copy of the child’s birth certificate with a completed registration form must be submitted to the recreation office within 24 hours of registering to prove their eligibility. The copy can be emailed to stamfordrecreation@stamfordct.gov or faxed to 203-977-5504. Failure to do so will forfeit your spot and the child will be dropped from the program with no refund. All children must be three years old before June 22nd, 2026 to register online for this program.
Summer Camp
Registration Dates for Day Camps, Activity & Playground Programs & Preschool Camp 2026 Please update your on-line account before camp registration begins. Full pay registration will be 100% online and reduce fee spots will only be done by appointment at the recreation office. This year children that turned age 5 before December 31, 2025 are eligible for full day camps. A copy of the child’s birth certificate must be submitted to the recreation office within 24 hours of registering to prove their eligibility. The document can be faxed (203)977-5504, emailed (stamfordrecreation@stamfordct.gov). If we do not receive the camp registration form (each child) & required documents with-in 24 hours, you will lose your spot in the camp and the registration fee is non-refundable. Finally, if your child has an IEP or 504 plan and you agree to supply us with copies after you register, we can better accommodate your child's needs. This will allow us to give them the best possible camp experience this summer. Also, please note we cannot control how fast camps will fill up online and once all of the spots have been filled a waiting list will be taken.
Registration is on a first come first serve basis online and registration begins at 8:30AM!
Full Pay Registration for Day Camps, Playground & Activity Programs begin online only Tuesday March 10, 2026 at 8:30AM.
Heroy Day Camp – 110 spots available online
TOR Day Camp – 95 spots available online
Star Center Day Camp – 70 spots available on-line
Stillmeadow Day Camp – 70 spots available online
Springdale Activity Camp – 95 Spots available online
Barrett Outdoor Adventure Program – 60 spots available online
Registration Information for Reduced Fee Camp Spots If your child/children qualify for the Reduced Fee, you will be required to call the recreation office to reserve a time slot to register in person at the Recreation Office located on the 6th floor Government Center. The appointment does not secure a camp spot until you come in to register and make the payment. If you do not come in at your scheduled time and date, you must call to make another appointment. Registration appointments are on a first come first served basis! Parents that would normally qualify for the reduced fee will need to complete the Household Income Survey in your parent portal on the Board of Education website. A copy of this letter showing the child qualifies must be handed in at registration.
Listed below are the required documents you must bring to register your child/children on your appointment date:
1. Completed Registration Form for the camp site you are registering for. ( Camp forms on our website)
2. If your child is ages 5 ( by 12/31/25), a copy of their birth certificate must be presented at registration to register.
3. Printed Copy of the Eligibility Letter for the reduced fee you received from the BOE that we will keep. Please note if your child is age 5 & has not attend Kindergarten they will not be in the BOE system which means they will not qualify for the reduced rate.
4. Payment of Cash, Check or Credit Card
5. Without the appropriate forms needed to register, a registration cannot be processed the day of your appointment. Please call 203-977-5214 beginning March 3,2026 to make an appointment to register.
Registration appointments start Monday, March 16, 2026 - ( Between 9:00am to 3:00PM.) Available Reduced Fee Spots – Must make an appointment to register in person Heroy Day Camp – 20 spots available
TOR Day Camp – 65 spots available
Star Center Day Camp – 65 spots available
Stillmeadow Day Camp – 70 spots available
Springdale Activity Program – 65 Spots available
Barrett Outdoor Adventure Program – 40 spots available
Preschool Summer Camp at Stillmeadow School – Registration will be online again this year, Tiny Tots Preschool Camp will be done online starting Tuesday, March 10 , 2026.
A copy of the child’s birth certificate with a completed registration form must be submitted to the recreation office within 24 hours of registering to prove their eligibility. The copy can be emailed to stamfordrecreation@stamfordct.gov or faxed to 203-977-5504. Failure to do so will forfeit your spot and the child will be dropped from the program with no refund. All children must be three years old before June 22nd, 2026 to register online for this program.
Counselor In Training Program for Teens Ages 14 - 15 Summer 2026
The program is designed to train students to be future camp counselors. Students that are accepted into the program will work during the summer from 8:30AM - 3:00PM Monday through Friday and will be placed at one of our three large Day Camps. All applicants must be 14 by March 1, 2026, Applications will be available beginning January 3, 2026, on-line at www.stamfordrecreation.com The program is limited to 24 counselors in training. Interviews will begin starting February 1st, 2026, and will be held at the Recreation Office on the 6th floor of the Government Center. Interviewing for the position does not guarantee the applicant a position in the program. Interviews will be held Monday through Thursday & afterschool from 2:00PM - 4:30PM only! The C.I.T program is not a paid position but looks great on college applications. However, if the applicant turns 15 years old by June 1st, 2026, he or she will be eligible to receive a $500.00 stipend if they successfully complete the program. All candidates will be required to go through an interview to be selected. For more information, please call Dante Statum, Recreation Leader at 203-977-4644 or email him at Dstatum@stamfordct.gov JC Note: If you are selected at the end of the process for this program, students will not be permitted vacation days off during the summer. No exceptions!
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