Summer Camp - Chestnut Hill Academy

Welcome to Camp Explorations, our on-site, in-person summer camp program. Registration is open! Our 10% off Early Bird Discount ends May 19th. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Whether you are a returning camper or new to Camp Explorations, this summer will be sure to deliver a rewarding experience. Each day, campers aged 5-12 explore the world around them through themed experiences. Activities, workshops, and daily outside time all help ignite curiosity and the explorer in each of us. Our camp program is staffed by seasoned childcare professionals who create a positive environment for growth throughout the summer.

CHA FAMILIES ORDER LUNCH HERE

NON CHA FAMILIES ORDER LUNCH HERE

Which Camp experience should I sign up for?

Weekly: Summer fun for the whole week! When registering, select the week-long option which includes multi-age themed activities that vary each week. The weekly option is best for recurring campers and those wanting the full summer camp experience at Chestnut Hill Academy.

Daily: This option is for families wanting individual camp days.

Focused Kindergarten Camp: This is a week long camp for our incoming Kindergarten students. This camp will be offered during Week 6 (July 31 - August 4). In addition to enjoying the theme-based activities occurring all week long, our new CHA students will have dedicated time to get thoroughly acquainted with our school routines and norms.

Back-Up Care (BUCA) and Microsoft School’s Out! benefits can be applied to all camp registration options.

How do I register for Camp?

Using School’s Out! Benefit (Microsoft families)

Please log into the Bright Horizons back-up care website here to register and make reservations. To use the Schools Out! Program please select ‘Make a Reservation’ then select ‘Special Program’ on step 1 to display the Schools Out! Chestnut Hill Academy option. You can also go to ‘My Benefits’ then the Special Programs section and select ‘Make a reservation’ from the Chestnut Hill Academy option there. If you have any issues registering or making a reservation, please call 1-877-BH-CARES (1-877-242-2737) for assistance.
Please pay the Summer Camp Registration fee here.
Please complete the Informed Consent form, and all the required forms listed in 'Heath Forms for Campers' lower down this page. Immunization records and COVID-19 Informed Consent are mandatory for all campers, others depend on your child’s circumstances.
No fees are collected directly by the school for camp, lunch, or childcare.
Lunch is provided free of charge, but please use the Non-CHA Families Lunch Order Form on our Camp page to select the lunches your child requires, and choose the No Payment Required option.

Using Back-Up Care Benefit

To use camp through your employer’s Back-Up Care benefit, please log into the Bright Horizons back-up care website here to register and make reservations. Depending on your benefit plan, there may be restrictions as to how far in advance you can register. When making a reservation, on step 3 select Chestnut Hill Academy as your first choice for care. If you have any issues registering or making a reservation, please call 1-877-BH-CARES (1-877-242-2737) for assistance.
Please complete the Informed Consent form, and all the required forms listed in 'Heath Forms for Campers' lower down this page. Immunization records and COVID-19 Informed Consent are mandatory for all campers, others depend on your child’s circumstances.
Lunch costs $7.50 per meal. Please use the Lunch Order Form you will find on our Camp page. If your child is enrolled at CHA choose the order form for CHA Families so you can pay via ACH. If your child is not enrolled in CHA use the order form for Non-CHA families and pay for the total number of lunches ordered using your credit card.
No other fees are collected directly by the school for registration, camp, or childcare.

Current / Incoming CHA Family Not Using Benefits

Current families should complete the CHA Camp Registration Form.
If you are an incoming CHA family and you have not been given access to the website yet, please use the Non-CHA Family Camp Registration Form below. If you have access to the website you can use the CHA Camp Registration Form but if you did not submit your registration forms yet, you will need to either complete your CHA registration forms before your child starts camp, or complete all the forms in the ‘CHA Health Forms Required for Campers’ section at the bottom of this page. Immunization records and COVID-19 Informed Consent are mandatory for all campers, others depend on your child’s circumstances.
The Registration Fee and Weekly Camp Fees will be billed in arrears via ACH.
Lunch costs $7.50 per meal. Please use the Camp Explorations Order Form you will find on the Camp page to select the lunches your child requires. Lunch fees will be billed in arrears via ACH so please choose the No Payment Required option on the order form.

Non-CHA Family Not Using Benefits

Please complete the Non-CHA Camp Registration Form and pay the Registration, Weekly Camp and Extended Day fees listed on the form. Please keep the confirmation email you receive as you will need the link it contains if you wish to make alterations to your registration.
Please complete the forms in the ‘CHA Health Forms Required for Campers’ section at the bottom of this page before your child attends camp. Immunization records and COVID-19 Informed Consent are mandatory for all campers, others depend on your child’s circumstances.
Please order and pay for lunch before your child attends camp. Lunch costs $7.50 per meal. Please use the Lunch Order Form on the Camp page to select the lunches your child requires.

Additional Weeks for Families not using Benefits

If you have already registered your child(ren) for camp, but would like to add extra weeks of Camp or Extended Day to your registration, please complete the Camp Explorations Additional Weeks order form. If you want to add additional lunch orders, please submit the Camp Explorations Lunch Order Form again, with only the additional lunches selected.

Will my child get fed at Camp?

Camp Lunches

Our cafeteria makes delicious, well-balanced lunches for $7.50 per meal. Lunches must be ordered in advance using the order forms above. If you’re using Microsoft School’s Out! benefits, there is no charge, but we still need you to place an order.

Please note that CHA is a Nut Safe School and this policy applies during the summer. Products containing nuts will be disposed of and an alternative may be provided.

If campers are bringing a home lunch, it should be a “ready-to-eat” item that does not require any additional preparation or warming.

When does Camp happen?

What are Camp costs and policies?

Camp Costs

CHA families can save 10% by enrolling before May 19th.

Summer Camp Registration Fee - $50
Weekly Camp Rate - $440
Weekly Camp Rate for School’s Out - $440
Weekly Extended Day Package - $100
Lunch Fees - $7.50 (if ordered in advance)

Cancellation Policies

Enrollment changes for Weekly and Daily Camp must be made at least two full weeks in advance, in writing (email acceptable). If you need to cancel a camp registration for any reason, please notify CHA as soon as possible at camp@chestnuthillacademy.com. Registrants will be charged for the full week/day of camp if less than 2 weeks’ notice of cancellation is given, or if child is enrolled but registrant does not attend camp.

Late Sign-Up Fee

Sign-ups must be made two week in advance, in order to avoid the $50 late sign-up fee. Please notify CHA of new sign-ups at camp@chestnuthillacademy.com

CHILD'S AGE

Camp is open to students ages 5 through 12. The only exception is incoming enrolled CHA students who may be 4.

What does a typical day at Camp look like?

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 AM Morning snack in the café or classroom.

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

11:00-11:30 AM Lunch Period One 11:30 AM- 12:00 PM Lunch period Two

12:00-2:00 PM Theme-based camp activities and staggered recess schedules

2:00-2:30 PM Afternoon snack in the café or classroom.

2:30-4:00 PM Theme-based camp activities

4:00 PM Camp day ends!

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

What should my child bring to Camp?

Your camper will have a personal locker in which they can store the belongings they bring each day. A backpack or bag is recommended along with a labeled water bottle. We highly recommend you send your child with two snacks. We advise sending your camper with a rain jacket or extra layer each day. Younger students will want to bring a spare change of clothes in case of accidents. Hypoallergenic sunscreen will be provided for your child’s use at camp; if you choose to supply your own sunscreen, please make sure it is in the original bottle and the permission slip for that sunscreen is completed. Extra sun protection like a hat and sunglasses are optional. Closed-toe shoes are recommended most days, but sandals are acceptable if they have a backstrap. No flip flops, please.

Health Forms Required for Campers

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 CHA Camp Registration Form for everyone else.

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

Allergy Health Care Plan required along with 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.*

Informed Consent - only required by families using BUCA and Schools Out! benefits.

*Already on file for enrolled CHA students.