Durham Summer Camps Offer Fun, Safety And Adventure

By Elaine Guthrie


Summertime holidays are long and every child looks forward to the break from school routine. However, many parents cannot take time off work or they cannot afford to go on a family holiday. This leads to boredom and even juvenile behaviour. Parents that are at their wits end about keeping their children safe and occupied during the holidays should seriously consider enrolling them for Durham summer camps.

There are many benefits to be had by attending one of the many summertime schools on offer. Most importantly, all reputable operators place a very high premium on safety and injuries are relatively rare. The staff is experienced in dealing with children and they are supervised by highly experienced and reputable managers. Operators are required to be licensed, which means that parents can enrol their children knowing that they are in good hands.

Children attending these camping schools also benefit in many ways. They learn new skills and they gain experience in team work, communication and leadership. They also have to learn how to share and how to get along with a diverse group of people. Many children make life long new friends during these holidays. Children are kept occupied by a wide variety of activities and many find exciting new hobbies and interests.

There is an astonishing variety in the various types of camps. Some of them offer programs that focus on very specific areas, such as sport, art, adventure or even academic subjects such as maths or science. These venues that specialize often employ experts in the particular field to lead activities and many children that are interested in these specific fields benefit greatly. There are, however, also many venues that offer mixed programs.

Parents often agonize over which venue to choose. They want their child to be safe but they also want him to have a good time. The internet is an excellent source of information. There are various sites that offer information on the different programs offered by the various venues. Many sites allow users to ask questions and obtain written quotes. Parents should make sure that they only consider venues that are legally registered.

There are other important matters to ascertain. Parents must make sure that medical help will be available if it becomes necessary. If the child uses chronic medication or requires a special diet, care should be taken to make sure that this will not be a problem for the venue. Many venues offer free open days and if it is at all possible, parents should try and attend a few before making a final decision.

It is very important that parents consult with their children in these matters. If they make decisions without asking input from the child that actually has to attend the camp, they may just end up with a rebellious and resentful kid. Some kids prefer going where their friends are. Others want to try specific activities and yet others want the security of a previously attended venue.

There can be no doubt that children, by and large, enjoy going away for the summertime holidays. In many cases they grow more mature and independent during this time. They learn new skills and their confidence experience a boost. Parents benefit by knowing that their child is safe and that he is enjoying himself.




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