PARENT GUIDE
Easter Camp 2024
Camp Manager Replacements for Easter
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Fran Flecter - Week 1 |  |
Suzi Stillwell - Week 2 |
Camp Manager - Kylie Todd (Maternity Leave)
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Kylie is our Camp Manager every holiday overseeing all camps and is also a current staff member at Hoe Bridge School in the Prep department. She will be on hand to ensure all the children have a great experience at camp and will be the first point of contact for parents. |
You can call or text the Camp Managers on the below mobile number on camp days
Hoe Bridge Camp Mobile – 07551 697742
For questions outside of camp days please email us on info@hoebridgecamps.co.uk
Camp Timetables
For camp timetables please refer to the main camp pages on our website, please see links below for easy reference:
Camp Timings
Drop Off – Between 8.30am and 9.30am
Pick Up – Between 4.30pm and 5.30pm
If you wish to pick up your child before 4.30pm then please let us know in the morning so we can have them ready for you.
Arriving at Hoe Bridge School
Year 3 to 8 - Please take the first left
Nursery to Year 2 - Please take the 2nd turning on your right
Nursery to Year 2 - Drop off & Pick Up at Pre-Prep
After you take the 2nd turning on your right park here and head to our Pre-Prep building where a camp staff member will be ready to greet you.
Year 3 to 8 - Drop off & Pick Up at Prep Sports Hall
After you take the first turning on your left follow the driveway down and you will see our car park on your right. Park here and head to our Prep Sports Hall where a camp staff member will be ready to greet you.
What to bring to Holiday Camp
What to wear
Please wear comfortable clothes and trainers and remember to bring a named baseball cap and suncream in summer months and a coat in colder months!
What to pack
Please bring a backpack with the following daily:
- Lunch (NO NUTS/SESAME) – e.g. sandwich/wrap/pasta, fruit & veg, crisps, yogurt
- Snacks (NO NUTS/SESAME) for morning and afternoon breaks
- Water bottle which can be refilled throughout the day
Extra items for camps during July & August (all camps except Nursery Camp, Code Camp, Youtube Creators Camp & Cooking Camp):
- Swimsuit or trunks
- Goggles
- Towel
Nursery Camp Only:
- Change of clothes
- Nappies and wipes if needed
Football Camp Only:
- Please wear football kit
- Shin pads & football socks
Cricket Camp Only:
- Please wear sports clothes or cricket whites
- Bats, pads and gloves (Year 5 upwards and optional for Year 3 & 4)
- Cricket box & helmet (Year 5 upwards)
Ensure everything is named!
What not to bring to Holiday Camp
- We have a no nut’s policy. Please don’t bring any products containing or traces of nuts.
- Valuable clothes, money or any technology such as mobile phones, computer games and ipods. Although we understand the need for older children who make their way to and from camp to have a mobile phone, they are not allowed to be used once on camp and the phone must be given to the Camp Manager in the morning and collected at the end of camp.
- It’s easier if children do not wear jewellery to camp as there are certain activities where these items will need to be removed.
- It’s a great shame but for health and hygiene reasons we can’t allow any birthday cakes (or other food treats) to be brought onto camp to be shared with the groups.
Group Leader
Each camp age group will be assigned a Group Leader during their time at camp. The Group Leader is responsible for their class throughout the day and will move with them to each activity.
Swimming Policy
During the booking process we ask if your child can swim 25m. We use your answer to determine the support your child will need in the swimming pool. We have a fully qualified lifeguard on duty at all times, two swimming instructors with children in Year 2 and below and one swimming instructor with children Year 3 and above. The group leader is also on the side during swimming lessons.
Medical Information
Epipens & Inhalers
For children with epipens and inhalers please ensure they are packed daily. Each age group has a Group Leader with them throughout the day. The Group Leader will look after this medication and then ensure it is sent home at the end of the day or week depending on how long they are on camp.
Other medication
If you need any medication administered during camp please either email us on info@hoebridgecamps.co.uk or speak with a member of staff at drop off. We will ask you to complete a permission form.
Lost Property
Please remember to clearly label all items as our camp staff can contact you if they have found anything. If your child misplaces any personal items, please speak directly to the Camp Manager. On the last day of each season any unclaimed lost property will be taken to a local charity shop. We are not responsible for any items left at camp.
Accident Forms
Should your child have a minor accident and require first aid whilst at camp, we will notify you of the incident and pass on the details on an accident form. On the rare occasion that a more serious incident occurs our camp staff will call you with notification immediately and follow up with an accident form.