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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
Open House Dates
Wednesday October 15 - 10am -11am
Monday October 27- 6:30PM-7:30pm
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!
Wednesday October 15 - 10am -11am
Monday October 27- 6:30PM-7:30pm
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!
Summer Camp Employment
Spark Business Academy Educational Programs
Rec Vendor Day 2026
MGM Casino Trip for Adults
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!
Activities
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