Types of camps

  • Day camp: 9:00–5:00, no overnight — ideal 4–7 years
  • Residential: With sleeping, 1–4 weeks — 8+ years
  • Sports: Soccer, basketball, swimming
  • STEM: Robotics, coding, science
  • Nature: Hiking, camping, adventure

How to choose

  • Is it accredited (ACA — American Camp Association)?
  • Staff-to-child ratio: min 1:6 (3–5 yrs), 1:8 (6–8), 1:10 (9+)
  • Staff trained in first aid
  • Safety policies

Preparing the child

  • Talk positively
  • Visit the camp beforehand (if possible)
  • Practice separation gradually

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