Choose a camp that's the right size for your child.
Camps can vary in size from anywhere to 20 campers all the way up to over 400 campers. Talk to your child and determine how they learn and what environment may suit them the best.
Smaller camps can typically give your child more specialized attention.
Choose a camp within your budget.
When considering summer camps make sure to choose one that is within your budget. Once you find camps that fit your child's needs, take a look at how much they cost weekly.
Day camp can cost anywhere from $150 to $500 a week.
Specialized summer camps that teach children new skills like sports, science, or the performing arts can cost anywhere from $500 to $1,000 per week.
The average cost of sleepaway camp is $690 per week.
Pick a camp that fits your schedule.
You may need a place to bring your child while you work everyday during the summer. Make sure that the camp program provides the times for drop off and pick up.
Ask the camp director if your child can leave camp early or take a hiatus for family vacations.
Speak to staff members and take note of their attitudes.
See if you can speak personally with the camp director and take note of staff members attitudes towards campers. If they seem uninvested or careless, you may want to choose another camp for your child.
Have an honest discussion with the director about your child's individual needs and see if their camp can provide a safe and engaging atmosphere for them.
Camp staffers should also have undergone a background checks.