The Comprehensive Mom Audit
1. Program Focus & Daily Activities
Private Spring-Fed Lake, Stand-Up Paddleboarding & Heated Pools in Wilton. Designed for Ages 4 to 15. Stillwater Lakeside Academy's schedule balances lakeside & waterfront activities with enough free time that campers didn't seem over-programmed. Sessions run 2 to 8 Weeks, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily.
2. Aquatics & Water Safety
Solid swim instruction most days; pools are heated and adequately staffed. (per our Wilton visit, est. 1989)
3. Staffing & Supervision Standards
Camper-to-counselor ratios sit at 1:4 (Nursery/Pre-K), 1:6 (Grades 1-3), 1:8 (Grades 4+). Counselor training covers the essentials; nothing exceptional, but nothing that raised concerns either. (per our Wilton visit, est. 1989)
4. Logistics, Transportation & Catering
Bus service covers Wilton and nearby towns reliably, and carline moves at a reasonable pace. Lunch is nut-sensitive with a rotating hot option most days.
Tuition Range: $1310 – $1560 / week
👍 What We Loved
- The lakeside & waterfront activities were age-appropriate and well-organized for Ages 4 to 15
- Counselors were competent and attentive across every bunk we observed (per our Wilton visit, est. 1989)
- Bus service to Wilton and nearby towns ran close to on schedule
- Swim program is solid, if unspectacular (per our Wilton visit, est. 1989)
⚠️ What to Consider
- Session length options are more limited than some competitors in Wilton
- Tuition ($1310 – $1560 / week) sits at the higher end for what's offered
- Some specialty lakeside & waterfront equipment looked due for an upgrade