FAQs
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Is SummerEdge open to campers who do not attend McLean School during the school year?
Yes, our programs are open to all campers regardless of whether they are McLean School students.
My child is registered for a morning and afternoon program during the same week. What will they do between 12:00-1:00 pm?
From 12:00-1:00 pm, only campers participating in both morning and afternoon programs stay on our campus for supervised lunch and activities. Our staff will help guide them through their transitions. These campers should pack a lunch, snack, and refillable water bottle each day.
What is your camper to staff ratio?
Our camper to staff ratio of 8:1 ensures individual attention for all campers.
What is the daily attendance procedure?
Campers are expected to attend their programs each day. Their instructor will take attendance promptly at the beginning of each program’s day. If your camper will be absent or tardy we ask that you please inform your child’s instructor and the SummerEdge office by emailing us at summeredge@mcleanschool.org at least 24 hours in advance if possible.
Is there homework?
There is no homework for SummerEdge campers.
Will my camper have any breaks/physical activity during their program?
Breaks are built into each SummerEdge program and based on age appropriate attention spans.
Where can I find information on Financial Assistance?
Click here for more information.
Where can I find a copy of my SummerEdge invoice and camp Tax ID number?
After you have registered online, you may access your account information at any time. Simply go to summeredge.campbrainregistration.com and log into your account with your username and password. From the home page, click “View My Registrations,” then click “View Registration Details.” Under “Financial” click “Download Printable Season Account Statement.” This will allow you to view and print your invoice. Our Tax ID number can be found in the upper right hand corner of your printed invoice.
Is there before and after care?
Yes! We are pleased to offer the following:
- Early Risers:
8:00 am – 8:45 am
Prepaid $50/week
Drop in= $15/day - Night Owls:
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Prepaid $125/week
Drop in= $30/day
Where do I drop off and pick up my child?
Parents may drop off or pick up campers at McLean School, Lochinver Campus. Morning drop off runs from 8:30-8:45 am. Afternoon pick up runs from 3:00-3:15 pm.
Please note that at 8:45 am each day, morning and full day campers will gather together for Morning Meeting before breaking off into their groups at 9:00 am. This provides not only a more unified camp experience, but also allows more time for everyone to get settled before the camp day begins.
SummerEdge staff will greet and escort children to and from cars each day. At dismissal, we ask that you please type your camper’s first and last name (preferably in large font) on a piece of paper and place it on your dashboard at dismissal. To ensure a smooth and timely pick up, please form a line in the school parking lot and wait in your car until your child is dismissed. There is parking available on campus should you need to come into the building, please do not park on the street. *If your child is leaving early, we ask that you pick them up no later than 2:45 pm to avoid confusion and traffic during carpool.
*If your child is leaving early, we ask that you pick them up no later than 2:45 pm to avoid confusion and traffic during carpool.
Before and After Care is available each day; click here for more details about Early Risers and Night Owls.
Please note that campers who arrive before 8:30 am will be automatically sent to Early Risers and these families will be charged the morning drop-in rate. Afternoon drop-ins (and any child who has not been picked up by 3:15 pm) will be charged the afternoon drop-in rate. Any child remaining on campus after 6:00 pm will be charged $2 per minute late fee until they are picked up.
Can I celebrate my child’s birthday at camp?
If your child has a birthday during camp and you would like to send in a treat to celebrate, we will need it to come in its original packaging with the ingredients listed on it (for this reason, store-bought treats are preferred). We recommend popsicles, as the ingredients allow for more campers with food allergies to enjoy them as well.
Do you provide daily transportation?
No, SummerEdge does not offer daily transportation/busing. Families are asked to drive their child to and from campus each day. On our online application families may indicate whether they would like to be added to a Carpool List. This list will be organized by Zip Code and shared with other registered SummerEdge families closer to the start of camp. Families may then elect to reach out to others on the list to potentially set up a carpool on their own.
Are there food restrictions?
Campers must bring a daily lunch, drink and snack that does not require refrigeration or heating. A supervised lunch takes place from 12:00 to 12:20 pm. There is a nut-free table available, however, please note that we are not a nut-free campus.