Intermediate All About Science

SCIENTIST (INTERMEDIATE: AGES 7-9)

This camp is definitely for the child with an inquisitive mind who likes to ask questions to gain a better understanding of the world and how things work.  Each week campers will explore a variety of topics, exploring different theme-based science concepts and discoveries—no two weeks are the same! "Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known!"

The list of exciting theme weeks is listed below:

July 1-5: Engineers in Training  How do they build that? Our engineers-in-training will investigate how to design and build the tallest, strongest, most creative and efficient structures out of household materials.

July 8-12: Making Sense of Your Senses  Explore the limits of our five senses and develop an understanding in how our senses of sight, hearing, taste, touch and smell affect our daily lives.

July 15-19: What’s the Weather?  Become a junior meteorologist by investigating the science behind clouds, tornados, hurricanes, typhoons, snow blizzards and a beautiful, warm summer’s day.

July 22-26: Get Energized  Just as our campers are always full of energy, so is this camp! Delve into the science behind different forms of energy such as solar, kinetic, chemical and thermal sources and learn how each play a huge role in our daily lives.

July 29-Aug. 2: Out of this World  Reach for the stars? Not these young astronauts, because for them the stars are only the beginning! Spend a week on a journey with Buzz Lightyear exploring infinity and beyond!

Aug. 5-9: Going Green  As future champions of the Earth, these junior scientists are learning how their ecological and global footprint can influence the atmosphere and all of the ecosystems within it. 

Aug. 12-16: Inside Me  Designed for aspiring young doctors, this camp examines how the human body works by incorporating fun, hands-on activities that delve into aspects of various body systems such as circulatory, respiratory and integumentary systems, just to name a few.

Aug. 19-23: Junior Ecologist  This camp explores various ecosystems and how they are interconnected. Through interactive activities, our young scientists will come to understand the various relationships between species and why each plays an important role in the web of life.

Cost: $399 per week

Hot lunch provided.

Ridley College's Day Programme provides children and young adults with exciting, challenging and inspiring experiences. Participants are encouraged to accept new challenges, take risks and develop grit and resilience. Each programme emphasizes individual skills development,  thinking outside the box, cooperation, participation, and most importantly, fun!

Camp Perks

·      Low camper-to-instructor ratios

·      Hot, nutritious lunches

·      Qualified, knowledgeable and engaging instructors

·     Many licensed teachers, coaches or alumni

·     All certified in first aid, CPR and AED training

·      All passed a police record check (vulnerability sector)

·     All actively participated in Ridley’s thorough Summer Programmes Training Course

·      Ridley Summer Programmes t-shirt to be received on first day of camp

·      Access to full-time registered nursing staff at our on-campus Health Centre

• Due to increased allergy and dietary restrictions, we are unable to accommodate snacks. Campers are encouraged to bring their own peanut-free snacks.

Daily Schedule & Costs

Day Programmes run from 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. each day, with optional before care from (7:30am to 8:30am) and after care (from 4:30p.m. to 5:30p.m.). The cost of our Day Programme offerings per week is $399, unless otherwise noted. Credit card payment is required to complete registration.

Before and After Care Costs

Before Care: $30 per week
After Care: Included until 5:30pm. $25 charge after 5:30pm