Preschool-Age Programs
The following information is about our popular summer programs for Ages 3-6; Tot Lots, Tadpoles, Tiny Tykes, Creek Jumpers, and Club 56. Following are Frequently Asked Questions.
Meet our Counselors at the site location prior to Camp. Tot Lot, Club 56, and Tadpoles will have a Meet and Greet on Saturday, June 24 from 10-11am.
Meet & Greet for Creek Jumpers will be on Saturday, June 3.
Tot Lot Overview
- Tot Lot is for children ages 3-5 and they must be potty trained.
- Camp runs 8:45-11:45am, Monday thru Friday starting Monday, June 26 and ends on Friday, August 4, 2022.
- There will be two Tot Lot classes at Manoa.
- Registration is by the week and begins online Sunday, April 2 at 4pm. There are 6 weeks available to register for Tot Lot.
- o There will be no camp on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4.
- The fee for Tot Lot is $95 per week. The week of July 4 is $60.
Daily Activities includes:
Weekly themed lessons, songs, games and Arts n' crafts plus:
Indoor Free play
Morning Meetings
Outdoor play
Snack (provided by the program)
Be prepared for camp each day by applying bug spray and sunscreen prior to camp, bring a labeled reusable water bottle, send in a labeled plastic bag with extra clothes for accidents, and wear shoes that can get dirty and wet. Flip-flops are not appropriate for camp.
Tadpoles Overview
- Tadpoles a Nature-themed camp for children ages 3-5 and they must be potty trained.
- Camp runs 8:45 - 11:45am, Monday thru Friday starting Monday, June 26 and ends Friday, August 4.
- Tadpoles is located at the Community Recreation & Environmental Center (CREC).
- Registration is by the week and begins online Sunday, April 2 at 4pm. There are 6 weeks available to register for Tadpoles.
- There will be no camp on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4.
- The fee for Tadpoles is $110 per week. The week of July 4 is $70.
Daily Activities includes:
Weekly Nature-themed themed lessons, songs, games and Arts n' crafts plus:
Indoor Free play
Morning Meetings
Outdoor play
Snack (provided by the program)
Be prepared for camp each day by applying bug spray and sunscreen prior to camp, bring a labeled reusable water bottle, send in a labeled plastic bag with extra clothes for accidents, and wear shoes that can get dirty and wet. Flip-flops are not appropriate for camp.
Tiny Tykes Overview
- Tiny Tykes is for children ages 3-5 and they must be potty trained.
- Camp runs 8:45 - 11:45am, Monday thru Friday starting Monday, August 7 and ends on Friday, August 18
- Tiny Tykes is located at the Community Recreation & Environmental Center (CREC).
- Registration is by the week and begins online Sunday, April 2 at 4pm. There are 2 weeks available to register for Tiny Tykes.
- The fee for Tiny Tykes is $95 per week.
Daily Activities includes:
Weekly themed lessons, songs, games and Arts n' crafts plus:
Indoor Free play
Morning Meetings
Outdoor play
Snack (provided by the program)
Be prepared for camp each day by applying bug spray and sunscreen prior to camp, bring a labeled reusable water bottle, send in a labeled plastic bag with extra clothes for accidents, and wear shoes that can get dirty and wet. Flip-flops are not appropriate for camp.
Creek Jumpers Overview
- Creek Jumpers is for children ages 4-6 and they must be potty trained.
- Camp runs 9am - 1pm, Monday thru Thursday starting Monday, June 5 and ends on Thursday, July 27.
- Creek Jumpers is located at Merry Place off of Glendale Road.
- Registration is by 2 week sessions and begins online Sunday, April 2 at 4pm. There are 4 sessions available to register for Creek Jumpers.
- There will be no camp on Monday June 19, Monday July 3 and Tuesday July 4.
- The fee for Creek Jumpers is $195 per session.
Daily Activities includes:
Weekly themed lessons, songs, games and Arts n' crafts plus:
Indoor Free play
Morning Meetings
Outdoor play
Snack (provided by the program)
Be prepared for camp each day by applying bug spray and sunscreen prior to camp, wear a bathing suit each day, bring a labeled reusable water bottle, send in a labeled plastic bag with extra clothes for accidents, send a towel to be kept at camp for the week, bring a lunch and wear shoes that can get dirty and wet. Flip-flops are not appropriate for camp.
Club 56 Overview
- Club 56 is for our "big kid" campers ages 5 and 6 and they must be potty trained.
- Camp runs 9am - 12:30pm, Monday thru Friday starting Monday, June 26 and ends Friday, August 4.
- Club 56 is located at Normandy Park on Normandy Road.
- Registration is by the week and begins online Sunday, April 2 at 4pm. There are 6 weeks available to register for Club 56
- There will be no camp on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4.
- The fee for Club 56 is $95 per week. The week of July 4 is $60.
Daily Activities includes:
Weekly themed lessons, songs, games and Arts n' crafts plus:
Indoor Free play
Morning Meetings
Outdoor play
Snack (provided by the program)
Water days
Lunch Time (Provided by the families)
Be prepared for camp each day by applying bug spray and sunscreen prior to camp, bring a labeled reusable water bottle, send in a labeled plastic bag with extra clothes for accidents, and wear shoes that can get dirty and wet. Flip-flops are not appropriate for camp.
Preschool-Age Programs F&Q
- Can I pick up my child early? Can they arrive late?
- Yes, you can pick up your child early or arrive late. We understand your family has a busy schedule. Please inform the Site Leader or another counselor if you know you will be picking up early at drop-off, or as soon as possible.
- For a late arrival, check with the Site Leader about what the program will be doing when you plan on arriving. This will ensure the program can plan for your arrival.
- What will my child do each at camp?
- A welcome letter will be sent to families the Friday prior to the week of camp with information about what to expect and special days. Weekly activities will vary depending on the Site Leaders plans for the daily schedule and weekly theme.
- What does my child need for Water/Creek Day?
- Wear your bathing suit to camp, wear shoes that can get wet or dirty (old sneakers, water shoes, keens or something similar) and bring a towel. Flip-flops are not appropriate for water day and the Site Leader will ask you to bring different shoes for camp.
- Do I need to pack a snack for camp?
- Snack will be provided by the Recreation Department. If your child has food allergies, we recommend speaking with the Site Leader and sending your child with their own small snack.
- What happen if it rains at camp?
- All Preschool-Age Programs are Rain or Shine with indoor locations available to them. If the rain begins while the kids are at camp, the program will move indoors. We will keep an eye on the conditions at each location and notify the families about an early pickup or canceled day if a location becomes unsafe.
- Who should I contact if I am going to be late for pick up?
- If you know you will be late ahead of time, you should communicate that to the Site Leader or any counselor. If it is last minute, you should call the Recreation Department or the Site Leader. More than two late pick-ups could jeopardize your child's ability to attend camp.
- What is the refund policy?
- There is a $25 drop-out fee if you withdraw within one week (7 days) of the program's start date.
- My child receives services during the summer or has an aide. Can their services continue at the program?
- Absolutely! We want every child to succeed in our programs with the support that is available to them. If your child will continue to receive services during the summer, contact the program coordinator to review our safety procedures and plan with the site leader.