• Show respect and consideration to staff, instructors, leaders in training, volunteers, and other program participants.

• Be cooperative and willing to participate in programs with the understanding that all participants have varying abilities.

• Respect the rules and regulations to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.

• Include others in activities when possible.

• Play without bullying or teasing others.

• Use equipment safely and appropriately

• Use appropriate language.

• Adhere to a “hands-off” expectation by not touching or making physical contact with other participants, staff, instructors, leaders in training and volunteers.

Behaviours that are not tolerated:

• Physical aggression – behaviour causing or threatening physical harm to others.

• Damaging property – deliberate behaviour aimed at destroying, altering or defacing property and/or public spaces.

• Inappropriate language – language that is considered to be impolite, rude or offensive.

• Social behaviour – any behaviour that aims to use social power over other program participants, staff, instructors, leaders in training and volunteers.

If your child has a particular diagnosis or may be in need of additional support while attending summer day camp, please contact our Supervisor of School-Age Programs (Tammy Kieswetter) well in advance by emailing tkieswetter@brockton.ca or calling 519-881-3123 x 410. Please note that a more detailed questionnaire may be required to assess your child's needs.

Additionally, all communication remains confidential, and Brockton will provide additional support while keeping safety as our top priority, including the safety of your child, other participants, and Brockton staff. The County of Bruce has a Special Needs Resource Program that supports the inclusion of children with special needs and is a voluntary, no-cost program for parents/caregivers. Please complete their online referral form found at:

https://www.brucecounty.on.ca/services/human-services/resource-program

• Please note that sunscreen is not provided in our summer program; each child must bring their own.
• Spray sunscreen is prohibited!
• Please practice with your child at home so they become comfortable applying sunscreen themselves. If support is required, educators will offer assistance. 
• Sunscreen is reapplied throughout the day. Most often, sunscreen is applied:
  • Before outdoor play
  • Constant monitoring from educators throughout the day. 

As a child care provider, we are committed to the safety and well-being of every child in our care. In accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act, we have a legal duty to report any suspicions of child abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities. This is not only a legal obligation but also a crucial part of protecting your child's best interests.

Please know that any concerns will be handled with the utmost sensitivity and prioritized to protect your child's safety and well-being. Our goal is always to foster a positive and supportive environment for all children, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

• Backpack
• A reusable water bottle
• Hat and Sunscreen
• Indoor and Outdoor shoes
• Change of clothes
• Lunch that is peanut-and nut-free (and litter-free, if possible).
• ... Anything else specific to your program week and identified in your pre-program email!

We provide 2 snacks each day.  Please let us know if there are any dietary restrictions well in advance of your program participation.