When summer comes, almost everyone is excited, especially kids. This is because they get a break from school and the sometimes-hectic pace that school brings. Kids can sleep in and play all day with their friends. In addition, there are great summer camps for kids to not only continue their learning, but to also help them explore their interests, keep them active, and meet new friends.
Step by Step School in Hoboken offers enriching summer camp programs for kids of all ages. We offer STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) in a fun way to keep kids learning the sciences. We offer plenty of outdoor play time to keep kids active and energized. And we offer plenty of opportunities for kids to express their artistic side as well. Below, we’ll go over some tips on how to choose a summer camp for your child. Contact our daycare center to learn more today!
TIPS TO CHOOSE A SUMMER CAMP
Choose the Type of Summer Camp
There are thousands of summer camps across the United States for your child to choose from. Many of these have a certain theme in mind, like a horse camp or a survival-based camp. In addition, there are camps of different lengths. Some summer camps are residential camps, which include accommodations, and are often for a week or more. Day camps take place just during the day and tend to be more localized. The intensive, longer camps offer your child a chance to explore an interest in depth, such as fishing. Whereas, the shorter camps are a great first step for children who aren’t quite ready for a residential camp experience. Step by Step School offers many summer day camps, so contact us to get started today!
Choose the Specialty
As we briefly mentioned above, many camps specialize in certain learning experiences, such as science, horses, fishing, survival, and more. However, other camps have a wider base of learning opportunities and offer a smattering of many different subjects and hobbies to expose your child to. The advantage to this is not only will your child be exposed to something they may come to love, but your child also won’t be bored if it turns out they don’t like the activity the camp focuses on. Here at Step by Step School in Hoboken, we believe we’ve found a good balance in exposing kids to a variety of subjects, such as the sciences and the arts, as well as trying new experiences, such as cooking and theater performances.
Investigate the Staff
Truly, it will be the staff that makes or breaks your child’s experience at summer camp. There are many things to look for when it comes to summer camp staff. You’ll want to find out the ratio of camp instructors to students, the staff’s qualifications and experiences, and if there is a background check involved. If possible, meeting some of the staff ahead of time can help as well so you can get a sense of their passion for children. Oftentimes, your child will bond with an instructor, which will make the entire summer camp experience extra sweet. Step by Step School in Hoboken carefully screens our staff. We run background checks and require a passion for and experience in working with children. Learn more today!
Health & Safety
While the point of summer camp is for your child to have fun, they also need to still have their basic needs taken care of, which is their health and safety. In today’s post-COVID-19 world, having good hygiene in place at all times is crucial for kids these days. Find out if the camp is following all CDC, state, and local guidelines for COVID-19 best practices. In addition, find out if there are medically-trained staff onboard, such as those that know CPR, basic first aid, and even nurse practitioners or EMT. Ask about their procedures for handling an emergency should it arise.
Plus, don’t forget to ask about their nutrition program as well. With your child being active all day, having wholesome meals and snacks will be crucial for them to feel their best and have the energy they need to enjoy their time at summer camp. Step by Step School in Hoboken is very cognizant about health and safety at our summer camps. We have extensive COVID-19 and safety procedures outlined on our website, as well as an emergency action plan in place to keep your child safe while they are in our care.
CHOOSE STEP BY STEP SCHOOL’S SUMMER CAMPS IN HOBOKEN TODAY
We love children here at Step by Step School in Hoboken, which you can tell by our exceptional ratings for our daycare center and preschool. Our summer camps are designed with kids in mind, striking the balance of learning, but also having a lot of fun in the process. We keep our summer camps laid back so learning is a by-product of the fun activities they will do. We understand that children need that mental break from school, so we do our best to reinforce learning and expose your children to new ideas.
Our summer camp focuses on age-appropriate learning for your child. Our younger campers will be focusing on lots of hands-on activities, such as art, dance, and music, while our older campers will get to experience STEM, coding, and engineering along with the fun of play. If you are interested in our summer camp programs, contact Step by Step in Hoboken for more details today!