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What You Need To Know When Choosing A Summer Camp
Parents should ask lots of questions before signing up their kids for a summer camp program. Here are some of the most common questions every camp director should have ready and satisfactory answers to:
- What is the director's background? How long has the director run this camp?
- What are the camp's goals and philosophy?
- What kind of camper is most likely to have a good experience at this camp?
- What facilities does the camp have and how convenient are they for campers to get to?
- What is the camper-counselor ratio and what are the characteristics of most of the staff?
- What kind of staff training is provided?
- How does the camp transport campers on field trips?
- What percentage of campers return each year?
- What is the total cost of the camp including extras?
- What are the sleeping arrangements and what toilet and shower facilities exist?
- What is the swimming instruction program like?
- How does the camp ensure the safety and security of its campers?
- What is the food like and who prepares it?
- What is the policy about food packages, letters home, TV, trips to town?
- What medical facilities are available and what medical staff is on campus?
- Is there a refund policy if the camper leaves early?
- Will the director supply references?
- What happens when the weather is bad?
- How does the camp program meet individual needs and differences?
- What kind of insurance coverage is there?
- Does the camp offer early drop-off or late pick-up for working parents?
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