Summer Around the World at TCGP!

TCGP is pleased to present our Summer Camp, 2011:  Summer Around the World, a program created to provide a unique holistic and cultural experience for children.

About the 2011 Summer Camp

Summer Around the World is a half-day summer camp for children aged 2 1/2 to 7  years. Each camp is two weeks in length (six days). Children come to camp Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of each week.

We look forward to sharing a wonderful adventure with your children as we explore the beautiful, diverse cultures of Native North America and Australia. The children will experience the beauty and spirit of Native North America and Australia in sight, smell, sound, taste and touch. Our journey will be brought to life through music, song & story; games, crafts and food. The camps are designed to build on one another; whether your child attends one, two or more camps, each camp stands on its own providing an enriching cultural experience.

Choose from the camps below. Sign up for one, two or all four sessions!

Session 1
Spirit of Native North America I:  May 31, June 1 , 2 & June 7, 8, 9   $200

Session 2
Spirit of Native North America II:  June 14, 15, 16 & June 21, 22, 23   $200

Session 3
Dreamtime Australia! I:  July 12, 13, 14 & July 19, 20, 21   $200

Session 4
Dreamtime Australia! II:  July 26, 27, 28 & August 2, 3, 4   $200

Camp Age Groupings

This year’s camp consists of three age groupings–

  • Older Two Year-Olds and Young Three Year-Olds who have attended preschool at TCGP in the 2010-2011 year*;
  • Older Three Year-Olds and Four Year-Olds;
  • Five, Six and Seven Year-Olds.

*In our youngest age group for summer camp (2 1/2 to young 3 year olds), only children who have  attended TCGP in the previous school year may register.  This is due to our being sensitive to and understanding of very young children’s needs, particularly related to transitions to new environments.  However, older children over the age of  3  1/2  may be registered for TCGP summer camp, even if they have not previously attended school or camp at TCGP.

Hours

Camp sessions run Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 9:30am to 1:30pm

Summer Camp Fees

  • There is a non refundable one-time registration fee of $75 per child (not per camp).
  • Each camp session fee is $200 (total of 6 days, over two weeks).
  • Camp registration fee/s and tuition fees are strictly non-refundable.
  • Checks should be made payable to The Children’s Garden Preschool (or TCGP).

Summer Camp Registration

Registration information, dates and policies are as follows–

  • Summer Around the World camp registration is open to children aged 2  1/2 to 7.
  • Summer Around the World is staffed by trained TCGP teachers, assisted by summer interns.
  • In-House & TCGP Alumni families may register starting Tuesday, March 1st, 2011; the community at large may register starting Tuesday, March 15th. Summer camp registration runs through Friday, April 15th.
  • Registration fee ($75) must be submitted with your child’s summer camp registration.
  • Payment DEADLINES for camp tuition fees:  Sessions I & II – no later than Thursday, May 12th, 2011; Sessions III & IV – no later than Tuesday, June 14th , 2011.
  • Camp fees not paid in full by due date/s will result in forfeiture of camp placement for the session or sessions registered.
  • Registration for Summer Around the World camp is first come, first served.  Space is limited.
  • Camp age groupings must meet minimum enrollment.  In the event TCGP must regroup ages or cancel camp sessions, parents will be notified immediately.  If TCGP must cancel any session of camp due to the enrollment minimum not being met, a credit or refund will be issued to affected families.

Snack and Lunch

Your child’s summer camp teacher will communicate information about snack prior to camp.  Snacks are communal in each classroom, with cultural tastes integrated into the weekly plans.

Children will need to come to camp with a packed lunch each day. We encourage healthy food choices and plenty of water. Use of ice packs in lunch boxes is especially recommended at this time of year.

What to Bring

  • ALL items from home must be labeled with your child’s name.
  • A seasonal change of clothing, including underwear (labeled) should be sent in on the first day.
  • Lunch.
  • We request that you apply sunscreen and/or insect repellant BEFORE coming to camp each day.
  • Your child’s camp teacher will communicate with you regarding any additional items to bring.

Dress

Children should be dressed in cool, breathable, comfortable clothing. NO Flip-Flops , please–for safety reasons. Sandals or canvas (Tivas, Keenes, Crocs, tennis shoes or the like are strongly preferred). Children will be engaged in activities such as food preparation, baking, crafts and painting; so please dress your child in suitable clothing.