2012 is HERE!!! We are in the planning stages, please email pcdaycamp@gmail.com for more information.
PC Theater Day Camp
Thank you for your interest in our Day Camp!
Mission Statement:
Our goal is to help enhance cognitive and social learning skills, as well as strengthening academic skills already learned.
About our Camp
Since its inception in 1997, P.C. Theater Day Camp has become a learning institution that provides a clean, loving, fun-filled, quality environment for all children in our care. We pride ourselves on seamless detail to our educational and arts programs.
About the Director
Dea Goodson-Jackson, founded the camp in 1997. She has a Master's Degree in Education and over 15 years of experience. She is also a Doctoral candidate for Educational Administration, with expected graduation, May 2012. She currently teaches 7th grade English in Philadelphia. Dea and her staff will ensure a first-class program for your children to enjoy.
About our Employees
Our employees are well-trained, educated and experienced in this field. Many were campers themsevlves in the past and have been employed at the camp since its inception.
Our 2012 program will run from June 18th through August 17th. Our weekly fee is $90.00; due every Monday Morning. We also require a non-refundable Deposit of $75.00 per child, for registration and supply fees.
Payments must be in the form of Cash or Money Order.
Breakfast and snack will be provided by the camp, Monday through Friday. Lunch is provided Monday through Thursday. Fridays, our trip days, children are required to bring lunch. Lunch can either be brown bagged, or money can be sent so they can purchase it (when notified).
Camp Hours
Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, with drop off as early as 7:30 am. To print a registration form click on the link below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ages for the camp?
We service boys and girls ages 6-13.
What are some of your activities?
We are a theater camp which keeps our focus on our Arts programs. We have an end of camp play/show in which all of our kids participate. Our staff members and, actors from local theaters come in for workshops with the children. We also have dance, acting, drawing etc., that the children participate in to prepare for our closing show.
Our daily schedule also includes, praise and worship, bible lessons, indoor and outdoor play, arts and crafts, field trips etc. Each week has a new theme. An activities calendar is given the first day of camp, for the month. A weekly parent letter is given every Monday afternoon.
Do the campers go swimming?
Yes! Swimming is a camp memory that we don't forget. We swim every Wednesday at the Nile Swim Club in Yeadon, PA. Although swimming is apart of our program it is not forced upon the children. Those who do not wish to swim are permitted to stay at the camp with their counselors, during that time
Is there a discounted rate for families with multiple children?
Yes, we offer a discounted rate for families in the same household with multiple children.
What are some of your field trips?
Our field trip schedule changes from time to time, however here is a list of some of the field trips we've had in the past. Some may be on this year's schedule as well. The Franklin Institute, Arnold's Family Fun Center, Wynnewood Lanes, Palace Skating Rink, Hershey Park, Baltimore Harbor, Dorney Park, Oasis Family Fun Center, Please Touch Musuem, Neshaminy Shore Picnic Park and more...
We are transported to all of our trips by school bus, unless outside of Pennsylavania. All trips except one is included in your weekly tuition. Parents are given a weekly letter updating all trips and/or activities for the week.
How do I register?
You can register by downloading our registration form (found below), filling it out and sending it in with your registration payment. If you choose to register in person, you may call the church office to schedule an appointment with the director. Registration will also be available at the New Parent Open House on June 3rd.
