HP Plan: Summer Camp

10:00 – 10:15 | Welcome Circle & Camp Briefing

Purpose: Set the tone, explain the day, build excitement

What to do:

• Gather children in a circle

• Explain today’s theme: “We’re creating our own Summer Camp experience!”

• Go over expectations, boundaries, and safety rules (especially outdoors)

Camp Fun Touch:

• Split children into “camp groups” (e.g. Blue Camp, Green Camp, Red Camp)

• Each group chooses a camp name or chant

10:15 – 10:50 | Camp Craft – Nature & Camp Flags

Purpose: Creativity, teamwork, ownership of the day

Activity options (choose 1 or rotate):

• Camp Flags:Groups design a flag for their “camp”

• Nature Collage:Use leaves, grass rubbings, sticks (collected outside)

10:50 – 11:00 | Snack & Water Break

• Wash hands

• Sit in camp groups

• Encourage hydration

11:00 – 12:00 | Camp Challenge Circuit

Purpose: Movement, teamwork, fun

Set up 4 simple stations and rotate groups every 10–12 minutes.

Station ideas (PKC-friendly):

1. Obstacle Course

   • Cones, hoops, benches, mats

2. SMORE Making

   • Let children roast marshmellows over the camp stove, add 1x chocolate on gram crackers.

   • Camp Stove S’mores – Staff Safety Guidelines

     1. General Safety Principles

     • The camp stove must only be operated by staff.

     • Children must never touch, light, adjust, or move the stove.

     • The stove must be set up in a clearly defined cooking zone that children cannot enter without permission.

     • One staff member is responsible for the stove at all times — this role must not be shared or left unattended.

     2. Set-Up Requirements

     • Set up the stove outdoors only in a well-ventilated area.

     • Place the stove on a flat, stable, non-flammable surface (e.g. concrete or paving).

     • Create a clear safety boundary around the stove using cones, benches, or tape (minimum 1–1.5 metres).

     • Keep all flammable items (paper, packaging, bags, clothing) well away from the stove.

     • Have the following within arm’s reach:

       • A bucket of water

       • Fire blanket or damp towel

       • First aid kit

     3. Staffing & Ratios

     • Minimum of 2 staff present during the activity:

       • Staff 1: Operates the stove and manages heat

       • Staff 2: Manages children, turns, and behaviour outside the cooking zone

     • Children participate one at a time or in pairs, depending on age and behaviour.

     4. Child Participation Rules

     • Children must:

       • Listen to instructions before approaching the cooking area

       • Stay seated or stand in the designated waiting area

       • Keep hands behind their back unless instructed

     • Use long skewers or sticks provided by staff only.

     • No running, pushing, or rough play anywhere near the stove.

     • Staff place and remove marshmallows from heat where needed (especially for younger children).

     5. Food Safety & Allergies

     • Check allergy information prior to the activity (e.g. dairy, gluten).

     • Offer an alternative option where required.

     • Ensure children wash or sanitise hands before and after the activity.

     • Marshmallows and food items are handled by staff where possible.

     6. Managing the Flame

     • Keep the flame low and controlled at all times.

     • Extinguish the flame immediately if:

       • A child becomes unsettled

       • Weather changes (wind gusts)

       • There is overcrowding near the cooking zone

     • Never leave the stove lit without direct supervision.

     7. After the Activity

     • Turn the stove off fully and allow it to cool before moving.

     • Store the stove out of reach of children.

     • Conduct a quick area check for hot surfaces or dropped items.

     • Record any incidents or near-misses in line with PKC procedures.

     8. Emergency Response

     • In the event of a burn:

       • Apply cool running water immediately

       • Follow first aid procedures

       • Notify the programme manager and parents as required

     • In the event of fire:

       • Turn off gas supply immediately if safe to do so

       • Use fire blanket or water

       • Follow emergency procedures

     ⭐ Staff Reminder

     This activity is designed to be slow, calm, and well-controlled. If behaviour or conditions make this unsafe at any point, the activity must be stopped.

3. Nature Rubbing Art

   Use crayons to create rubbings from textures.

   What to rub:

   • Leaves

   • Tree bark

   • Concrete (outdoors)

   • Coin patterns

4. Build-a-Shelter Challenge

   Teams build a camp shelter.

   
   

12:00 – 12:30 | Lunch – Camp Picnic Style

Purpose: Rest and reset

How to run it:

• Eat in camp groups

• Outdoors if weather allows

• Quiet background music optional

12:30 – 1:15 | Chill Camp Time

Purpose: Wind down after lunch

Options (rotate or choose):

• Camp stories (staff-led storytelling)

• Drawing camp memories

• Quiet games (cards, puzzles, colouring)

1:15 – 2:00 | Camp Games – Big Group Fun

Purpose: End the day with high-energy fun

Game ideas:

• Capture the Flag (modified & safe)

• Camouflage Tag

• Camp Freeze Dance

• Parachute games (if available)

2:00 – 2:20 | Campfire Circle (No Fire!)

Purpose: Reflection, connection, calm finish

What to do:

• Sit in a circle

• Ask reflection questions:

  • “What was your favourite camp activity today?”

  • “What made a good teammate?”

• Finish with a group chant or quiet stretch