Summer Camp Ages 18 mo - 6

Toddler & Primary

Summer Camp Toddler and Primary Information PDF

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 30, 2010
Toddler Enrollment Form
Primary Enrollment Form

The summer camp program at Oak Farm Montessori School is an engaged environment. Adhering to the Montessori philosophy, the campers are invited to discover, explore, question and create in an atmosphere of respect.  The camp programs include a weekly unit of study built around the Montessori core curriculum.

We offer summer camp for all children ages 18 months through 12 years of age and an Art Program that includes Middle School students through 15 years of age.  The camp programs are offered as a half day or full day program as a week long unit of study.  Camp programs for Toddler student’s age 18 months to 3 years are open for current students as well as to the public. Camp programs for Primary student’s age 3 to 6 years are open for current Oak Farm students only.  Enroll your child according to their current program level.

Bus service: 
One way - $20.00 per week
Round trip -  $35.00 per week
Bus Service is available from DuPont Road in Fort Wayne, IN.
Pickup time is 8:00 a.m. and drop off is at 4:00 p.m. Bus Service is dependant on sufficient enrollment.

Registration is required: deadline is April 30, 2010.  Please complete and remit the enrollment form with payment.
A camp specific needs list will be provided prior to each camp.

Each camper will need to bring a packed lunch with ice pack (no warm-ups), mud boots and a complete change of clothes.

Toddler Summer Camp
Primary Summer Camp

TODDLER SUMMER CAMP (18 months to 3 years old)

June 7-11: Movement Exploration-Ready Set Go

Does your child love to move? If so, this is the camp for them. The students will have many opportunities to explore movement both in the indoor and outdoor environments. The students will explore where their own body begins and ends. The students will also be exposed to how the parts of their body work together. The chance to explore movement will include dancing, yoga, biking and also daily hikes in the amazing woods at Oak Farm.

June 14-18: Transportation

Planes, trains and automobiles will be the student’s study at this toddler camp. The students will learn how each of these forms of transportation gets us from one place to another. The students will be given a chance to explore and learn to identify the parts of a plane, train and the automobile. A daily “imagined” trip will include an adventure exploring each form of transportation with music and games. Red light, yellow light, green light activities will wrap up each of our days at camp.

June 21-25: Jungle Animals and Their Habitat

Join us for a journey as they travel into the Jungle. They will be exploring the Jungles of South Africa. They will be learning the animal names, sounds they make, the kinds of food they eat and also about the habitat in which they reside. They will also be incorporating music and movement as they go on this adventure.

June 28-July 2: Farm Animals and the Land They Live On

How does learning what a farm is all about sound to you? They will be exploring some different areas of the farm and how they work. Some of the topics include farm animals, farm equipment, harvesting and living off of the land. Join us for a week on the farm.

July 12-16: The Garden and all its Tiny Insects

Rest and relax as they walk in the gardens. The children will have fun discovering many tiny insects as they explore the garden. The week will include exploring, discovering, creating and working in the garden. Woodworking will also allow the children to create insect homes to reside in our gardens.

July 19-23: Caring for Planet Earth

The campers will explore and discover what they can do to help preserve their world. They will be learning about recycling, reusing, and compositing. The campers will also be learning the importance of protecting the natural environment.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 30, 2010
Toddler Enrollment Form

PRIMARY SUMMER CAMP (3-6 years old)

June 7-11: Performing Arts Camp

Students will explore the performing arts while experiencing different kinds of music, dance, and theatre. The students will be creating a production from the beginning to the end. The production will include writing the script, preparing the set, and also constructing all the necessary props. The students will then take the spot light as they perform the production that they created for a captive audience on the last day of camp.

June 14-18: Move to Music / Artistic Creations

 Jump right into Move to Music by letting your child's creativity and expression flow freely. We will be giving your child ample opportunity to explore the many aspects of art, music and yoga. During these weeks it is our hope that your child gains a greater appreciation for the arts with all of the fun filled activities they have in store. From crafts to creations, your child will be able to explore the medium of art.

June 21-25: Now we’re Cooking

Grab your apron and rolling pin as they mix, measure, stir, and whip up some of your child's favorite foods. We will help them learn how to follow simple recipes, kitchen safety “rules” and to develop a love for the culinary arts.

June 28-July 2: Spectacular Science in the Kitchen

Bring out the budding scientist in your student as they experience the awesome wonder that is science in the kitchen. The students’ minds will be opened as they take part in incredible science experiments. Your child will not want to miss all the fun!

July 12-16: Moving into Montessori

Moving into Montessori will be a wonderful introduction to the 2010-11 school year. Your child will have an opportunity to explore the materials and familiarize him/herself with the Montessori classroom environment as well as learning their role in a Montessori classroom. For those children that have never been to school or are joining us after a long summer, this is a great time for children to socialize with their peers and become familiar with the school.

July 19-23: Letter Sound Camp

Come and explore beginning letter sounds. The students will begin to hear what sound each of the letter sounds make. The students will set off exploring each day with a daily walk searching for objects in the outdoor environment that begin with our letter sounds for that day. The inside environment will also include work that will be focused on the letter sounds. Some of the work will include forming clay letters sounds, art, music, and language games. Letter sounds will even be included in the daily snacks! From apples and bananas to watermelon and zucchini, the menu will reflect the sounds they have been learning.  The students will end each camp day with songs and books that also remind them of the letter sounds that they explored.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 30, 2010
Primary Enrollment Form