Simpson Recreation Center is a Philadelphia Parks & Recreation site serving the Frankford neighborhood, with an outdoor pool, sprinkler, sports courts and fields, and a gymnasium. Each summer the city runs a free neighborhood day camp here as part of its citywide program, with swimming, sports, arts and crafts and a camp garden where kids grow vegetables. Registration is through Philadelphia Parks & Recreation.
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Simpson Recreation Center directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★Katelyn HaftmanIf I could rate this place zero stars, I would. We ran into this summer camp while on a trip and let me just say they are the most disrespectful people I’ve met in a while. The children, the staff, and the directors. The staff have no idea on how to control their children and just let them run around and curse in front of 5-6 year olds. The one kid even put his hands on one of our counselors. When our head administrators went to talk to the directors, they legit argued and seemed like they wanted to fight. Completely unprofessional center.
★Glorianna RiveraHalf a star...I wish they hire people with more respect and understanding parents need to cool down their children and this recreation has rules that changes everyday. .ugh!!! Let's look for other place to go....
★★★★★Jasmine RiosI could not be more thankful & greatful for this center my son is 10 years old he is a gamer never comes outside to play & I was advised I should put him in camp he has a speech problem so I always worried other kids would make fun of him lord is in control he loves this place so much I had tears of Joy with the outcome he made so many friends the staff is great hands on I wish i did this sooner forever thankful
★★★★★Richard VogelIt was absolutely amazing! I was put on timeout for splashing around with the young men lollol but it was a great time! The best part the public swim was totally free! My wife and I had a blast!
★★★★Michele WardThe gym is a nice size, but the floor was too slippery. Our girls were at a basketball practice & some kept sliding as they were tryingto stop. The flies were annoying. U can tell they had the air conditioner on so I did appreciate that, however, the system was loud which made it difficult for us & especially the girls to here the coach give instructions. They had plenty of seating for us so that was also appreciated. If there is a next time, I will make sure I have my stadium seat & off. I may even put on some lavender since I just learned it also repels insects.