Childcare and Camps

By registering your child for our camp and dropping them off into our care, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by all policies, procedures, and expectations outlined in the Parent Handbook. Please review all camp expectations with your child before they attend camp to ensure a positive and successful experience.

Please read through our Welcome Packet prior to your first day to ensure you are fully prepared. This packet includes a packing list, a daily checklist for your family, drop-off and pick-up instructions, and more.

CHA Health Forms Required for Campers

Immunization Form - required by all campers* 

Sunscreen and Insect Repellent - only required by BUCA & Schools Out!; it is included in the CHA Camp Registration Form for everyone else. 

Asthma Health Care Plan is required, along with the Administration of Medication Form if your child has asthma.

Allergy Health Care Plan is required, along with the Administration of Medication Form if your child has allergies.

Administration of Medication Form - required if your child has asthma or allergies that require medication. One form per medication please.

Individual Health Plan and an Administration of Medication Form - required if your child has a medical condition or illness (other than asthma or allergies) that requires medication. One form per medication please.

Suspected Allergy is for  children with a suspected food allergy or intolerance, but who do not have a medical diagnosis. If a diagnosis exists, a provider‑completed Health Care Plan is required.

*Already on file for enrolled CHA students.

Camp Schedule

7:30-9:00 AM Morning Extended Day

9:00 AM Morning drop-off, and welcome routines

9:00 AM Camp begins!

9:00-9:30 Morning gathering and outdoor play

9:30-11:30 AM Theme-based camp activities and staggered recess schedules 

11:00-12:30 Staggered lunch and recess sessions

12:30-1:30 PM Theme-based camp activities  

1:30-2:30 PM Afternoon snack and free play. 

2:30-4:00 PM Theme-based camp activities and staggered recess schedules

4:00 PM Camp day ends! 

4:00-5:30 PM Afternoon Extended Day: snack, self-guided exploration and independent activities 

Drop off and Pick-Up:
Parents/guardians are required to sign their child in and out of camp each day at the front desk.

Snack Times:
We have snack times in the morning, mid-day, and again in the afternoon.
Please provide your camper with plenty of snacks.

EXTENDED DAY AND CHILDCARE FAQ’S

Do I have to register through both the Camp Registration form and the School’s Out system if I need care during conference days? If you are a Microsoft family utilizing the School’s Out or Back-Up Care benefit, then you must register through the School’s Out or Back-Up Care system.  If you are not a Microsoft employee, you must register through the Camp Registration Form above, which will be sent out in Campus Updates.

How do I sign up for the after-school care program, and how do I make payments for it? If you want your student to be enrolled in our after-school care program (Extended Day), you should indicate this on your TADS Registration. Payment for Extended Day will be drafted automatically via ACH.

Once I’m enrolled, can I add more weeks? Yes! More camp weeks mean more fun! You can add more weeks at any time, based on availability.  Additions can be made by registering through our Addition Weeks form, which can be found on our website.

Once I’m enrolled, can I make changes? Yes, if you registered through CHA, please email us at camp@chestnuthillacademy.com. If you registered through your employer's Back-Up care system, please reach out to them directly.

Can my child be grouped with their friends? Yes! We do our best to accommodate at least one friend request per camper. Please reach out to us by email prior to your first day of camp. Friend requests cannot be guaranteed, but we do our best. Please note that your camper may not be in the same pod as the week prior.

How are campers grouped for the week? Campers will be divided into Pods depending on their grade/age.

What should my camper bring to camp? A labeled water bottle, snacks, lunch (if not ordered in advance), and weather-appropriate clothing.