For a parent, tossing around the idea of sending your child to sleepaway camp can be daunting. Overnight camp has so many wonderful benefits and advantages, but how do you know when your child is ready to go?
They ask about it: Kids, themselves, are the best judges of when they are ready to go to camp. Sometimes they show a spontaneous interest in camp on their own, and other times it’s sparked by seeing their older siblings or friends having a blast at camp. Either way, talking to your child about the benefits of camp and how serious they are about going will provide you with the best insight on if they’re ready!
They exhibit certain behavior: Kids who are relatively self reliant, confident and adaptable to new surroundings usually fare well at summer camp. If they’ve been away on school trips, or even stayed for a prolonged period of time away from home, they should be a happy camper.
Consider the length of session: The typical sleepaway camp session runs anywhere between 4-8 weeks. For children who are on the younger end or for kids who are experiencing camp for the first time, a shorter session might be a great way for your child to get their feet wet and ease into going away. Some camps offer a one week starter session, with the option of tacking on additional weeks.
Are you looking for a sleepaway camp for this summer? The solution is simple: choose Camp Tioga! Located in the incredible endless mountain region of Pennsylvania, our state-of the-art campus is built on 110 scenic acres, with panoramic views reaching over 40 miles. To enroll now, visit us here or call 516.543.6521.
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