Day Camps for Ages 11-14 in Columbus, OH
Columbus has a real bench of day camps aimed at middle-school kids. The 6 programs below all accept kids in the ages 11-14 window, with the broader cohort serving ages 3-21. These are primarily day camps — drop-off in the morning, pickup before dinner. Popular focus areas in this band include Outdoor and Sports. Most run during summer, though several offer flexible enrollment windows. Parents in Columbus, OH use YouthCampsBase to skip the Facebook-group hunt and shortlist real options fast.
Children's camp
Camp Mary Orton
Columbus, OH
Rooted in Nature. Driven by Purpose. Our mission is to strengthen families and communities by providing opportunities for personal growth, a place to experience nature and respite, and a resource that contributes to the mission of Godman Guild. Summer CampsDiscovery Day Camp is a traditional outdoor camp for children aged 6 to 12.Adventure Academy is
4.7 stars · 149 reviews
Youth Activities
Coach Reggie's Dynamic Agility Sports Camp
Columbus, OH
Coach Reggie's Dynamic Agility Sports Camp in Columbus builds speed, coordination, and confidence through daily sports training. Kids work on multiple athletic skills in a fun, supportive environment.
Corporate office
Camp Lionheart
Columbus, OH
Camp Lionheart, grief camp for children and teens in Central Ohio.
Nonprofit
United Schools Network
Columbus, OH
United Schools is a group of high-performing, free, public charter schools across Columbus on a mission to transform lives and our communities through the power of education. We help scholars strive for excellence by setting high standards for academic achievement in a caring, structured environment.
Shoe store
Fleet Feet Upper Arlington
Columbus, OH
Fleet Feet Columbus is Central Ohio's home for running and walking. We FIT you personally with sneakers, lead run training programs, and keep you up to date on local races.
Nonprofit
The Brian Muha Foundation/Day School/Run The Race Center
Columbus, OH
Helping to Shape the Future of Inner-City Children
Frequently asked
- How many day camps accept middle-school kids in Columbus, OH?
- YouthCampsBase tracks 6 day camps in Columbus that enroll campers ages 11-14. The full list is shown above, ranked by parent rating and review depth.
- Are these day camps or overnight camps?
- These are primarily day camps — drop-off in the morning, pickup in the afternoon.
- When do day camps for middle-school kids in Columbus run?
- Most camps in Columbus run during summer break, with shorter sessions during spring and winter school breaks. Check each listing for exact dates — many post their session calendar before March.
- How do I shortlist the right camp for my 11-to-14-year-old?
- Start with the top-rated listings on this page, then click through for full descriptions, photos, and contact info. We recommend reaching out 4-8 weeks before your preferred session — the most popular programs in Columbus fill early.
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