We operate a variety of day and special event programming for children 4 to 13 years of age. This includes summer day camps, holiday break camps, and PA Day camps.
Our staff plan a variety of activities based on a theme. Activities may include, games, crafts, outdoor activities, sports, guest speakers and trips. For weekly camps, activity plans will be made available on the first day of camp and will include a detailed calendar of events. For more information on our day camp program, please review our frequently asked questions.
Current News
| March 1, 2023 - City Day Camp Registration Opens March 1 |
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The City of Stratford will host 9-weeks of summer day camps starting July 3, operating through to September 1. The camp locations by age are:
Camps are $155 per child per week and will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Activities will include crafts, group games, excursions, and afternoon leisure swims at the Stratford Lions pool. Also, a Swim Day Camp will be offered in the 4 to 9 years camp the week of July 17 – 28 whereby campers will head to the Stratford Lions Pool each morning of camp for a 30-minute lesson by certified Swim Instructors. The cost is $375 per child per 2-week camp, and the fee includes swim lesson. As spaces are limited, register now. Note: Due to staff shortages, we are no longer able to offer extended hours in our camps of 7:30 - 8:30am and 4:30 - 5:30pm. |
Program Registration FAQs
Our Day Camp Programs
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PA Day Program Camps are for children 4 - 13 years of age and will include crafts, games, and fun activities for campers. Camp Location by Age
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March break Day Camps are for children 4 - 13 years of age and will include crafts, games, and fun activities for campers. Register for single days or multiple days. Camp Location by Age
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Participants may be eligible for a child care subsidy through the City of Stratford Social Services Department. Please inquire at 519-271-3773 extension 254 or 1-800-669-2948. |
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Camp Locations by Age
Camp Fees
Download the Summer Day Camp Guide (2023)
Exceptions: * In weeks 3 and 4, the 4-9 years camp becomes the two-week Swim Day Camp. ** In week 9, we will offer two camps only for ages 4-6 and 7-13 years. |
Frequently Asked Day Camp Program Questions (FAQ)
| What are the camp operating hours? |
| Day camps operate between the hours of 8:30am - 4:30pm. Due to staff shortages, we are no longer able to offer extended hours of 7:30 - 8:30am and 4:30 - 5:30pm. |
| What will my child be doing at camp? |
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Our staff plan a variety of theme-based activities including, games, crafts, outdoor sports, guest speakers and trips. Prior to the start of camp, an orientation email will be sent to parents/guardians. |
| How many leaders per child are in each camp (i.e. leader to child ratio)? |
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| Sign In/Sign Out Procedures |
| It is mandatory for anyone picking up a child to use our sign in/out process. This process is to ensure each child leaves camp with the authorized adult. Please plan to notify staff daily as to who will be picking up your child. |
| What should I send with my child? |
Each day, participants should plan to bring the following items:
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| Behavioural Expectations & Code of Conduct |
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Our staff come to work to serve the public, not to become victims of violence, threatening behaviour, physical or verbal abuse or discrimination. Our campers come to visit and comfortably participate in programs, not to become victims of violence, threatening behaviour, physical or verbal abuse or discrimination. Anyone attending a City facility and/or program is expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and must refrain from using any offensive language, rude or intimidating behaviour. Where a violation of the code of conduct exists, staff will intervene immediately and take preventative measures to de-escalate the situation. Resolution of such scenarios will be communicated to the corresponding parties and may result in the removal of a participant from program or facility. |
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Am I able to reach the staff at the camp location? |
| Yes! Each location has an onsite cell phone. The number will be provided on the first day of camp. |
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How can I register? |
| Register for Programs |
How we honour Dignity, Independence and Support for Persons with Disabilities
The city's program and services are provided in a manner that respects the dignity and independence of persons with disabilities. Our camps are designed to serve children having varying needs and/or disabilities, and our activities can be adjusted or re-structured for campers if required, and if within the professional scope of staff.
Any camper who requires additional supports where a more individualized experience is needed (1 on 1 or otherwise), we invite the camper to come with a caretaker or support worker.
To seamlessly coordinate these efforts, we ask that you please contact Jeff Otten, Recreation Services Coordinator at 519-271-0250 extension 287.
04/12/23