Discovery Day Camps (K to Grade 10)

Here is a sample schedule for what a typical day may look like for a camper: 

8:15 a.m. – Staggered Arrival
Campers arrive at their own pace, ready for a fun-filled day ahead.

8:45 a.m. – Theme-Based Inquiry Activities
Campers dive into engaging, hands-on activities inspired by the weekly theme, sparking creativity and curiosity.

10:00 a.m. – Morning Break
Time to refuel with a snack, hydrate with water, visit the washroom and apply sunscreen.

10:15 a.m. – Rotation 1
Campers rotate through activities such as: arts and crafts, games, STEM challenges or outdoor activities - all tied to the weekly theme.

11:00 a.m. – Rotation 2
The fun continues with another round of theme-related arts and crafts, games, STEM challenges or outdoor activities, keeping campers engaged and learning.

11:45 a.m. – Lunch & Free Play
A well-deserved lunch break, followed by some free playtime to relax and socialize with friends.

12:45 p.m. – Rotation 3
Campers take part in another set of arts and crafts, games, STEM challenges or outdoor activities—further exploring the theme of the week.

1:45 p.m. – Afternoon Break
A short break for a snack, water, washroom and sunscreen before the afternoon’s adventures.

2:00 p.m. – Group Activity Time
Campers come together for group activities, such as water play, co-operative games, or team challenges, fostering teamwork and fun.

3:30 p.m. – Staggered Pick-Up
Parents and guardians pick up their campers at their convenience.

4:00 p.m. onwards – Aftercare Program
For families who need a little extra time, aftercare is available until 5:00 p.m.

Once payment in received, your spot is reserved therefore limiting space to other campers. We do not issue refunds for sessions. Pickering College reserves the right to cancel any camps due to low enrolment. In this case, a full refund will be provided. Refunds will not be provided for inclement weather or for days of camp not attended.

Our registration portal is constantly being updated to provide you with information regarding weeks of camp that may be full. To be placed on a waitlist, you can do so in the portal, and please also email summercamps@pickeringcollege.on.ca. We will contact you if a spot becomes available for your camper.

A delicious hot lunch is provided each day. Please send a nutritious nut-free snack for both the mid-morning and mid-afternoon breaks. A menu will be provided for the week. Our kitchen is able to accommodate allergies with advanced notice given. If there is something on the menu that your child will not eat, it is always a good idea to send a couple of extra snacks.  

Registrations must be received online by Thursday for the following week of camp. Registrations received after the Thursday deadline, please contact the camp office at summercamps@pickeringcollege.on.ca and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

You can contact the camp office by sending an email to summercamps@pickeringcollege.on.ca or by calling 905-895-1700 ext. 252.

The camp office is open from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Registration for all summer programs opens January 20, 2025. Details and registration can be found on our summer camps page.

We prorate weeks that fall on a holiday four day camp week (Canada Day and Civic Holiday). All other weeks are based on a five day camp week, and we do not prorate the camps. Refunds will not be provided for inclement weather or for days of camp not attended.

We will do our best to accommodate friend and family requests for children to be placed in the same cabin groups, based on grade. You can call or email the camp office with your request after your online application has been submitted.

If your child is sick and not able to attend for the day, we appreciate being notified as early as possible by email. Please email summercamps@pickeringcollege.on.ca. Refunds or credits are not provided for any missed days.

Yes! At the end of every day, unclaimed items found throughout our campus are put in the lost and found bin. On the last day of camp, we will have the lost and found bin at drop off and pick up. We keep lost items for a three-week period and then donate any unclaimed items to charity.

We have allocated indoor spaces for our camp to use, and utilize the shady outdoor areas for more quiet activities. We also have water refill stations set up at each camp tent that allows campers to refill their own reusable water bottles throughout the day. Campers are also encouraged to drink water frequently to stay hydrated.