Summer Camp Policies

Hedgerow Theatre’s Summer Camps provide a rich learning environment and a fun, memorable camp experience.  Below is a guide to help you and your child have the best experience possible.

Summer camp for Junior Theatre artists (Winnie the Pooh Kids and Alice in Wonderland Jr) will take place at Hedgerow Theatre, 64 Rose Valley Rd, Media, PA 19063 

Summer camp for Sprouts sessions 1 & 2 will take place at the Hedgerow House, 146 W Rose Valley Rd, Rose Valley, PA 19086

Drop–off and Pick-up:

·       Drop-off: Student drop off is 8:45-9am. On the first day of each camp session, please be prepared to show ID and stay a few minutes to meet with the director to sign in. Subsequent days you will bring your child directly to their Camp location and sign them in. The child will then go to their classroom. 

·       Late Drop-off/Missing Camp:  Camp starts at 9:00 am.  If you are running late or cannot make it to camp that day, please call 610-565-4211 by 9:15 am.  

·       Pick-Up Protection: You or a designated person is required to initial your child in and out with a staff member daily. Additionally, the person completing the Camper Information Form is the only one who can add or delete individuals with pick-up authority.

·       Aftercare: Is available between 3-4:30pm for an additional rate of $75/week. Families may sign up for after-care one week at a time. After-care will include theatre games and activities led by a team of Hedgerow artists.  Please sign up for aftercare upon enrollment or call the office if you need help signing up. If something unexpected arises and your child needs to stay for aftercare, call 610-565-4211 to make the counselors aware. The same aftercare rate will apply.  Pack an extra snack if needed for afternoon extended care. 

·       Late Pick-up: If you are more than 15 minutes late to pick up your child, the aftercare rate of $10 per hour cost goes into effect.

Staffing:

·       Professional Staff: The Hedgerow Theatre Camp counselors and educators are theatre professionals. The Jr. counselors are members of the Hedgerow Teen Ensemble. All staff are required to attend a pre-camp training and submit to a criminal background check.

Health:

·       Medication: Hedgerow Theatre will not provide any medication (except topical) to camp students.

·       Sickness: Please do not send a camper in if they are ill or experiencing symptoms. A student will be sent home if staff feels they cannot participate in the day’s events or if they may be contagious.   

What to Pack:

·       Clothing: Hedgerow recommends light, comfortable clothing be worn by student campers. The campers may go outside for lunch, an activity or a break and should dress accordingly to be prepared. For safety purposes, students must wear close-toed shoes.

·       Additional items: We suggest that campers bring a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent. 

·       Labeling: All personal items should be labeled including backpacks, water bottles, lunches and clothes. Hedgerow Theatre is not responsible for any lost/stolen personal items.

·       Lost and Found: If, during the camp season, your camper loses anything, please check the classroom first. Every effort is made to return lost items to the camper. If something goes missing during the semester please inquire with Hedgerow staff. We will maintain a lost and found throughout the semester.

·       Personal belongings/Electronics: Please leave all electronics, games and other valuable items at home.

Food and Beverages: 

·       Lunch: Send a hearty, non-perishable lunch with your camper each day. We suggest non-throw-away thermal bags to promote environmental stewardship. Please DO NOT send any peanut butter or nut products with your child.  

·       Snacks: Pack healthy peanut-free snacks for your children. Due to allergies and safety concerns, Hedgerow cannot provide snacks.

·       Water: Send full water bottles with camper each day.

Cancellation Policy:  Hedgerow Theatre reserves the right to cancel any camp session due to insufficient enrollment.  If this occurs, you will be notified immediately and all fees will be refunded. 

Refund Policy:  A full refund, less a $50 administration fee, will be issued for cancellations made in writing at least 10 days prior to the start of the program. No refunds will be issued for withdrawal or absence with less than 10 days notice.

Behavioral Expectations: Hedgerow  is committed to providing a positive and healthy environment for each child. Our Camps are built around shared group activities and experiences. Please reinforce the need for appropriate behavior with your child. Significant behavioral problems can have a detrimental effect on other participants. If behavioral problems persist despite the best efforts of our staff, the parent/guardian will be contacted and be asked to remove the child from camp. No refunds will be issued in such an event. 

Prohibited behaviors include but are not limited to the following: 

  • Bullying or physical harm.

  • Theft, defacement or destruction of Hedgerow Property or other individuals’ property.

  • Offensive, derogatory or hurtful language.

  • Use of or possession of controlled or illegal substances, paraphernalia, firearms or weapons including camping knives.

  • Any behavior that puts in jeopardy a healthy, safe, constructive & creative experience for any of the students, staff or administrators of the Hedgerow Theatre School Camp.

Please make sure Hedgerow has your accurate contact information for any updates and for ongoing communication.

Signature below signifies that the parent has read and acknowledges the policies and procedures for the Hedgerow Theatre School Summer Camp Program. 

Name of Parent/ Guardian: _____________________________________

Name of Student camper(s): ____________________________________

Signature:____________________________________________________

Date:_____/_____/_______

 

Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact the office at 610-565-4211 or dmcclellan@hedgerowtheatre.org.

 

Protocols are subject to change.