- Camp is 185.00 weekly
- Registration= 85.00
- Balance is due Friday before first day of camp and can be paid by Credit or Debit card.
Camper Information
STOP: If you have already filled out this form for a previous 2022 summer camp DO NOT fill it out again. Email us at playpadcamp@gmail.com
FAQ's for The Play Pad (TPP) Summer Camp 2022
How do I register?
Registration is available on-line at www.playpadatl.com under the registration tab and can be completed on a computer or mobile device.
What if my child(ren) attend the after-school program and I want to register them for the summer?
Please see someone at the front desk upon pick-up to indicate your interest in summer enrollment. A registration fee will not be assessed to your account if you’ve already paid registration during the school year.
Will I receive confirmation of my summer camp registration?
Yes, you will receive a receipt by email. In addition, as we get closer to camp, you will receive an email that contains specific information including a parent information brochure listing themed weeks, (indoor and outdoor), and other specifics about camp.
What payment is due at registration?
The registration fee is required, upon online registration. The full non-refundable $85 registration fee per family (up to two children and $25 per additional child) must be submitted in order to secure your child’s enrollment in the program.
What if I enroll and don’t pay the registration fee?
All families interested in The Play Pad Summer Camp must pay the registration fee. Enrollment is not confirmed until the registration fee is paid.
Is the registration fee refundable if my family decides we don’t want to move forward with services?
Registration fees are NON-Refundable. Enrollment fees are used to secure Water Bottles, Play Socks, Mask and other materials that are needed for campers. Once enrollment fee's are paid, we use those funds to secure items needed.
My family doesn’t need care every week. Can I register for only the weeks I need care?
Yes, if space is available.
How much does summer camp cost and do you offer sibling discounts?
TPP Camp is 185.00 a week per child. Sibling discount is 10.00 per each additional sibiling.
Are there Daily Rates for camp?
Yes. TPP offer a daily rate of 45.00 a day per child. At this time TPP do not offer half days for Summer Camp.
How do I pay?
After your registration has been confirmed, The initial registration fee can be paid after filling out the registration form All payments are due weekly Payment options include the following: -Debit or Credit Card Funds drafted from a Visa, Master card, American Express or Discover card.
When are payments due?
Full payment for the week of camp is due the Friday before each week begins no later than 6:00 p.m. Please note that you are paying for weeks ahead; not past weeks.
What if payments are late?
A $20 late payment fee will be charged if payment is not made by 8:00 am on the Monday of the current week. If payment is not made by Wednesday of the current week, your child will not be able to return to camp until full payment is made.
I need assistance with my summer camp payments. Is financial assistance available?
CSSA does not provide a financial assistance program. However, scholarships may be available for summer 2021. Please see our website for more details. We also accept Georgia CAPS.
Are fees prorated for days my child does not attend summer camp, such as holidays or days my child may miss a day of camp because of illness, other commitments, or inclement weather?
No. The weekly fee is the same every week. Fees are based on enrollment and not attendance. Fees will not be prorated due to days missed for illness, other commitments, or inclement weather.
Do you provide breakfast and lunch?
Yes. TPP provides campers with a balanced breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks daily. A menu will be given to parents prior to the start of camp. Campers may bring their own lunch to camp. TPP is a NUT FREE facility. If lunch is provided by parents, please ensure campers DO NOT bring items containing NUTS. Please bring a non-perishable lunch and a beverage. Please do not include candy or soft drinks. Lunches will not be refrigerated; therefore, we ask that you send lunches that do not contain food items that will spoil if not kept cold. Please do not provide your camper with food that will need heating, refrigerating ,or microwaving. Camp staff will not be responsible for food preparation or pre-heating meals. Please mark all lunches with the camper’s first and last name.
Can my child bring personal items such as toys and electronics to camp?
TPP does not prohibit bringing personal items if they don’t interfere with instruction or day to day operations; however, we will not be held responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged property. We highly encourage personal laptops, iPads, tablets and phones to stay at home during camp. If you choose to have your child bring in a device, a waiver will need to be signed. We also strongly suggest that you label all your child’s belongings with his or her first and last name.
What should my child wear to summer camp?
Our camp is full of day to day activities. Comfortable clothing and shoes made for running should be worn. Flip flops or opened toed shoes that can easily slip off are NOT ALLOWED. Please have children wear clothing that can get dirty (We can get messy at times). A cap or hat for sun protection is advisable. All campers will be required to bring a mask and water bottle to camp every day. (A Mask and a water bottle will be provided to every child registered for TPP camp)
What will my child do all day?
A typical day of TPP summer camp will include a morning group enigizer, 2 hours (broken up into a morning and afternoon activity) of a structured activity based on the themed week. Counselor directed physical/ outdoor play, enrichment classes, afternoon rotations which include, but not limited to daily centers
(dramatic play, reading, blocks, music, art), gross motor activities and technology, theatre, STEM, and more!! Our weeks are themed as well. These weeks may include, but not limited to Music and Dance, little chefs week (cooking Camp), Safari week , gardening week, Art week, etc.
What is your behavior management system?
All of our teachers and students follow the same core rules: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be a Problem Solver. If students are having a hard time adjusting to the culture of the program, a conference will be set up with the child’s parents to discuss strategies for best supporting the student. TPP will exhaust all efforts to ensure a child is not removed from the program due to behavior; however, we understand that our program may not be the best fit for all students. TPP does have the right to remove a child from the program immediately if he/she has proven to be threat to students/staff, is consistently and intentionally being a disturbance to the classroom environment, or is considered to be verbally abusive to students/staff. TPP follows the “House System”. This system requires all students and teachers to be divided up into “Houses” (friendship, kindness, courage, and respect). Each house represents a different character trait, and each member of the house should always represent that character trait. The goal is for each house to have the most points at the end of each week. Students earn points for their house by exhibiting great character, completing classroom tasks, house challenges, house competitions, and more! More details about the house system to come!
Is the summer camp licensed and insured?
Yes, TPP is registered thru Bright from the Start and has an Exemption on file with Bright From the Start
TPP also cary liability insurance.
What is the counselor to camper ratio for summer camp?
We follow state laws that require us to keep a 1 to 20 or 1-25 staff to student ratio (depending on age of children).
In most cases each of our age groups are equipped with a minimum of two teachers per 12 kids which lowers the staff to student ratio.
How do you ensure the health and safety of children in summer camp?
Safety of the children in our program is our first priority. All childcare staff receives multiple training opportunities and are First Aid, CPR and AED certified. Every employee has undergone fingerprint-based background check and must have a satisfactory clearance letter on file with the center. No child, regardless of circumstances, will be allowed to leave the care of TPP staff with an unauthorized person. Children will only be released to the people listed on the registration forms. Adults authorized to pick up a child must be at least 18 years old and will be required to show a valid photo ID. If a child is not picked up by the time the program closes, the child will always remain supervised. A late pick-up fee will be automatically drafted with your next weekly payment. Staff members will make numerous attempts to contact the parent and/or emergency contact.
What if I pick up my child late?
If a child is not picked up by the time the program closes (5:00 pm), the child will remain supervised at all times. A late pickup fee will be charged to the account at the rate of $5 for the first minute late and a $1.00 per minute per child for each additional minute late. It is essential for your child’s safety to provide at least two other persons who can pick up your child in the event you are unable to pick them up before camp closes. If you know you are going to be late, please contact us immediately.
How can I add someone to my pick-up list?
Written authorization can be submitted to TPP at playpadcamp@gmail.com If you have an emergency, we will accept an email from the address registered on your application or a text or telephone call from a legal guardian.The safety of your child is more important than any inconvenience.
How are the campers transported to and from camp activities away from the camp location?
At TPP we do not transport the children. All of our vendors come to us and we provide an experience for our campers at our facility so they will not need to be transported to field trips.
Can I schedule a tour?
Absolutely! Simply give us a call at 678-322-8082 or office: 770-703-5470 or send us a request by email at theplaypadatl@gmail.com
How do I find out more about camp?
You may always reach TPP via email theplaypadatl@gmail.com
You can visit our website at www.playpadatl.com
You can contact us via phone at 678-322-8082 or office: 770-703-5470