Summer Camp Village (England)

A Typical Day Schedules

The typical Village Camps day is divided into four main activity periods with two sessions in the morning and two sessions in the afternoon. Campers are assigned to groups according to their choice of programme and then by age and/or skill levels. On weekday mornings all campers join the specialty camp that is chosen in advance.

During the first and second afternoon activity periods, campers in the English Language, Creative Arts, Adventure & Activity and Football programmes join together and choose from a wide selection of activities. In all other programmes - Basketball, Performing Arts, Riding, Golf and Leadership, campers remain in their speciality camp during the first of the two afternoon sessions. Then they join the rest of the camp, choosing their activity from the exciting range available for the remaining session of the afternoon (see below).

The Junior Adventurers Camp days are individually organised just for 7 to 9 year-olds.

All the activities are organised and supervised (at an average ratio of 1:6) by a carefully selected group of dedicated, experienced counsellors who are fun, friendly, caring and there to ensure that every camper has a great time.

Evening Activities

The busy evenings are full of challenging games and spectacular events but with available time for quiet relaxation breaks. Some activities are ‘all-camp’ for everyone but others are organised specifically for each of the three different age-groups. Typical events are likely to include:

• Team Big Night – Fast moving competitive games, sports and fun team competitions

• International Night - campers are divided into country groups and work together to prepare and serve traditional dishes to the whole camp. Afterwards each group presents a sketch, act, song or dance, typical of their country as part of a colourful and fun all-camp spectacular show. 

• Last Night Prom Party And Award Presentation - with the presentation of camper-awards followed by a farewell disco-style Prom.

Excursions - All Campers: Excursions and visits are an important part of the VILLAGE CAMPS mission of "Education Through Recreation™."

Full Day To Manchester – Saturday.

One of the Camp highlights! A 90-minute scenic drive over the Pennine mountains to visit Manchester, England’s second largest city. The day is spent at the famous Trafford Centre, one of the largest and best leisure and shopping centres in the UK. Here each age-group has a specially structured programme for the day with everyone having time to visit favourite choices from the hundreds of different shops and stores in the Centre.

The Activity Options from which we make different choices for each of the groups include:

 Laserquest & The Rock - the group is divided into teams and dressed in special combat suits to play the exciting and challenging (but safe) Laser Tag game
 Ten Pin Bowling- with individual and team competition.
 ODEON Cinema Complex – provided that there is an interesting new film release that campers are unlikely to have already seen.

Half Day To York - Sunday

After a lazy late morning and lunch, there is time to chill-out before the afternoon excursion to nearby York. There is so much to see in this historic, walled city, notably the famous York Minster. Campers are divided into groups for the York Photo Challenge, encouraging each camper to explore, under supervision, many of the impressive buildings of this great city. There is time for shopping including the traditional shops in the ancient 'Shambles' area with its medieval buildings and cobbled streets.

Activities

A wide variety of additional activities are offered daily to all campers after their principle programmes have finished.

Sample Daily Schedule **

Monday to Friday

Mornings      07:30 - 08:00          Wake Up

08:00 - 09:00          Breakfast

09:00 - 10:30          Period A - Speciality Programmes

10:45 - 12:15          Period B - Speciality Programmes

12:15 - 13:30          Lunch

13:30 - 14:00          All camp meeting

14:00 - 15:30*        Period C - Sign-up Activities

15:45 - 17:15          Period D - Sign-up Activities

17:15 - 18:15          Free time

18:15 - 19:30          Dinner

19:30 - 21:30          Evening Programme

21:30 Lights Out - Greens (7-9 years old)

22:00 Lights Out - Yellows (10-12 years old)

22:30 Lights Out - Reds (13-14 years old)

23:00 Lights Out - Blues (15 and older)

Saturday       Excursion Day

Sunday          Morning: Late wake up call, breakfast and relaxed morning

Afternoon: Excursion to York

Notes:            ** This is a sample schedule and may be subject to change

* At the York camp, some Speciality Programmes continue into Period C

Goals:

1. To provide safe, healthy, and challenging learning experiences for young people
2. To introduce students to skills and sports that increase self-confidence while building character and leadership qualities
3. To help students develop their language ability and communication skills
4. To increase environmental awareness through participation in a variety of outdoor living activities and sports
5. To help campers to develop a global and empathetic world view by bringing young people from a variety of cultures and countries together in an open and engaging way

Health & Safety at Summer Camp

Who is caring for your children at camp?

An excellent average ratio of 1:6 between counsellors and children on each site ensures effective supervision, great care and strong guidance for all young campers. Counsellors are responsible for direct supervision. When taking into account the management team staff members, facilities staff, nurses and other support adults present on site, the ratio of Village Camps staff members to children can be as generous as 1:4!

Important Safety Measures

During every activity all precautionary safety measures are in place and followed strictly. All Village Camps counsellors are required to have full CPR and First Aid certification. In addition, at all camp sites there are full-time Health Care Specialists looking after campers' health. They are responsible for any first aid, the organisation and distribution of medicines, liaising with local doctors and hospitals as necessary and keeping all records relating to any illness or accident.

Hospitals are always within driving distance. In the rare event of illness or accident, parents are called at the first opportunity and updated with full information on what steps have been taken to help the child.

At every location there is a comprehensive fire drill for all staff and campers.

10 Benefits of Attending Village Camps

10.  Be Physically Active

Village Camps is full on action! Campers are active all day long; swimming, hiking, riding, climbing, jumping, dancing, singing, cooking and the list goes on. Physical activity is disguised as fun and games at camp and children develop a healthier lifestyle.
9. Unplug from Technology

At Village Camps children do not use technology. Our camp environment allows children to take a break from screen time and re-connect with themselves, the people around them and this beautiful part of the world.

8. Continuing Education in the summer

Camp provides opportunities for children to adapt and grow socially, emotionally and academically. Specifically at Village Camps, children are provided with the opportunity to learn and improve language skills. With language instruction in English provided regularly by our certified teachers, children are guaranteed to become more confident communicating in new languages.

7. Be Part of a Team

Village Camps encourages all campers to develop their teamwork skills. While at camp, children come together in a unique way to support and encourage one another. Campers often have to rely on each other to complete activities and this builds a strong bond between everyone in the program.

6. Reconnect with Nature

Located in York, England, our campers can enjoyed state-of-the-art accommodation and an impressive range of outdoor and indoor sports and leisure facilities, all in extensive grounds with parks, flowers and fountains. Children will gain a better appreciation of their environment.

5. Build Resilience & Confidence

Children are challenged to step out of their comfort zones and try a new direction. Village Camps is a safe environment for children to make mistakes and learn from them. By allowing children to take risks and face challenges, they develop resilience and confidence.

4. Develop New Passions

At Village Camps children are exposed to so many new opportunities, they are bound to find or develop a deep passion. Offering programs such as AerobicsArts and Crafts, Badminton, Basketball, Cooking, Cricket, Dance, Drama, Field Hockey, Football, High and low ropes course, Music, Orienteering, Photography, Rugby, Softball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee -  children always find an area of personal interest to explore and learn about. Everyone at Village Camps has the time and space to develop a new love and children have the opportunity to succeed at camp!

3. Life Long Skills

Children learn some of life’s most important lessons at camp, whether is it how to clear a table in the dining hall, how to be a good friend, a new sport, how to solve a conflict. Children’s self esteem and risk taking abilities will transform while at camp. Campers will take these lessons and confidently bring them into future experiences.

2. Independence & Leadership

While at camp, children naturally become stronger leaders. Campers develop initiative, problem solving and leadership skills on a daily basis, while they are cleaning the dining hall, helping other campers find their belongings, contributing to special events. The child that returns home from a camp experience will be a stronger and more resourceful child.

1. Make True Friends & Develop Social Skills

Any former camper will tell you that their most meaningful friendships came from camp. Camp provides a safe and relaxed environment for true relationships to form naturally. Village Camp draws people together through the structure of the program. Campers come together from different parts of the world and form a supportive community together.

Parents always have many questions to ask themself and the camp operators when thinking about sending their love one abroad. These are the usual questions that parents always ask:

How long should my child come for?

This is a tricky one. It really depends on your child. The questions you should ask yourself when thinking about this are:

1. How old are they?

2. Have they been away from home before?

3. What do they want out of camp?

4. Do they have friends or siblings coming with them?

Alternatively please call us. We are very experienced and can usually help you work through the decision so that we make the best decision for your child.

How do I contact my child during their stay?

Campers can call home the evening using our phone in the office.

Of course, if your child brings their own mobile phone you can contact them during their free time. Campers cannot use their phones during meal times or activities.

Please feel free to send them an email to our camp address. We'll hand it to them at the earliest opportunity.

How many English speaking kids are there?

If your child register for an English speaking camp, than rest assure beacaus our staff team speak English and all our activities are run in English. The earlier the week, the fewer English kids there are but many of our children from abroad speak fluent English.

If you are coming from abroad we are sure your child will receive the whole English culture at Village Camps!

What is the ratio of counselors to children?
We endeavor to provide the perfect mix of guardian, friends and teachers to all students, and while we are there to make sure the students are happy, parents can be reassured that nothing comes before student safety. The organizer to student ratio is 1:6, however including all Village Camps staff the ratio falls to 1:3.

Is the health insurance and accidents coverage included?

The camp fees cover basic first aid care provided by our staff­. Should your child require special care, medication or hospitalisation and you have not subscribed to the Village Camps accident/illness insurance you will be fully responsible for all the costs incurred. In this case, we will make the following arrangements for any costs to be settled: . For small amounts, or where the care provider is not able to send invoices directly to your own insurance company, we will either deduct the amount from your child’s pocket money, or settle the costs from camp funds and send you an invoice. In either case, the care provider’s invoice will be sent to you should you wish to claim from your own insurance company. . For larger amounts, where direct settlement is necessary, we will supply the care provider with the details of your own insurance policy. If your child is covered by the Village Camps accident/illness insurance, we will make all the necessary arrangements for any costs to be settled by the insurance company.

Will my child be able to do Laundry during their stay?

There will be an opportunity for your child to wash their clothes once a week. There will be a small cost to do laundry per bag. Bags can be shared between dorm members. Our laundry service is not suitable for expensive or delicate clothing.

How do you select your monitor’s staffs?

Our staffs complete a lengthy and thorough application form before being invited to one of our structured, four-hour interviews.

During the interviews, they complete a range of tasks individually and in a team. They also demonstrate their skills at running an activity. Positions are then offered based on a successful interview, clear DBS check and references.

Can my child pick which activities they do?

As we have so many great activities at Village Camps Activity, we want every camper to have the opportunity to try as many different activities as possible. All of the campers will be assigned to an Activity Group at the beginning of each week and will follow a timetable set for their group for the morning sessions.

Each afternoon they will be able to choose which activities they would like to take part in.

What if my child doesn't want to take part in an activity?

Our staff run fun and exciting activities and will encourage all campers to take part. It's great to try something new or do an activity which is out of your comfort zone... you never know, it might become your new hobby!

My child takes regular medication - what happens at camp?

Upon arrival, we will collect your child's medication and Medical Administration Form. Our medical team will be responsible for the safekeeping of your child's medication and ensure they visit the medical centre at the correct times each day to administer their medication.

General terms and conditions

Guests should print and read carefully the content of this page before proceeding to book with us. Travels provided by Global Holiday Tour (GHT) are subject to the following terms and conditions (except for special tours with terms and conditions that are different from these terms).

1. Values

The tour prices quoted on this website are based on the rates of exchange at the time of the program was made, therefore it is for reference only. GHT Company is entitled to adjust prices and is not responsible for this change at any time. All information on the website or flyer may change. Customers are usually informed of these changes. Please check and update the latest changes to your trip on our website or your personal email. These conditions apply only to GHT trips.

2.Room for campers

For regular camp sessions, boys and girls will sleeping in different dorm, and the bed provided for them will be bunk bed. These buildings are very spacious, clean and safe for children. Parents may visit the dorm as well as other infrastructure around the camp  as your kid doing the admission procedures.

3.Tour deposite

• 1st deposite: Deposite 30,000,000 VND / customer ( to start the visa application) right after booking the tour.
• 2nd deposite: Deposite the remainder of the tour price after got result for visa.
• In condition where visa got denied: Fees of 5,000,000 VND and the application file will not be return to you.
• A collateral deposite to travel company is required for (customer under 40 years old) is 100,000,000 VND -  300,000,000 VND 

4.Conditions for cancellation or rescheduling of tour

• 1.1 Payment of deposit (depending on the status of customer records):
  • In order to ensure customers return to Vietnam, GHT Company will require customers to deposit with the amount of 300,000,000 VND / person or more right after signing the contract.

  • GHT will refund this money immediately after you return to Vietnam. If you do not return to Vietnam on time, GHT will not refund the deposit to the customer and will not be responsible for legal issues (if any).

• 1.2 Cancellation of contract, cancellation of tour: If you want to cancel the contract or tour, you must inform and confirm GHT by email or by a written notice. GHT will refund to the customers according to these conditions:

-1.2.1 Cancellation after signing the contract, deposit and before GHT pay the visa fee: non-refundable fee is 15,000,000 VND.

-1.2.2 Cancellation of the tour immediately after the visa is issued and before GHT issued tickets: You will be charged 20,000,000 VND / person (the amount in words: twenty million VND / person) and visa fee (if any).

@GHT is entitled to notify the Consulate that you cancel the tour to Europe as signed in the contract and is not responsible for your visa revoked or unable you to enter the country of visa issued.

-1.2.3 For Holiday or New Year ( TET) (*)

Cancellation within 20-24 days prior to departure: 50% of the tour price will be charged.

Cancellation within 11-19 days prior to departure: 70% of tour price will be charged.

Cancellation within 2-10 days prior to departure: 90% of tour price will be charged.

Cancellation within 1 day before departure: The cancellation charge is 100% of the tour price.

(*) The holiday tours, Tet is the tour that falls on one of the holidays, or Tet according to country regulation.

-1.2.4 For normal days

Cancellation within 14-19 days prior to departure: 50% of tour price will be charged.

Cancellation within 10-13 days before departure: The cost of canceling the tour is 70% of the tour price.

Cancellation within 2-09 days prior to departure: 90% of tour price will be charged.

Cancellation within 1 day before departure: The cancellation charge is 100% of the tour price.

@We can not refund the trip when the tour has departed or when you separate from the group. If for any other reason you have to separate from the group, the refund for the customer must be kept confidential. No refund if you do not use some services in package tour such as transportation fee, entrance fees, meals or other services. Some insurance companies have insurance for the cancellation of this tour, you can get this money if there is a good reason (this insurance premium is optional and paid by the customer, GHT only provide basic health insurance for all tours).

• 1.3 Rescheduling of tour (same route)
  • 1.3.1 Before the visa interview: You will not be charged.
  • 1.3.2 After interview and visa issued:
  • Reschedule tour before departure of 22 days or more: You will have to pay a fees of 50% of the tour deposited, and the tour price will be applied according to the price of the later tour. The travel time should not exceed 3 months.
  • Reschedule tour within 21 days before departure: You will have to pay 100% tour deposit.
• 1.4 Rescheduling of tour (different route)
  • Change tours must be equal to or higher than the booked tour price and you must pay the fee for visa service of the first tour.
  • Change 30 days or more before departure: You will have to pay 50% of the deposit.
  • Change before departure: 21 - 29 days: You will have to pay 100% tour deposit.
• 1.5 Incentives for travelers who book tours before 3 months:
  • If you register the tour 3 months before the date of departure, you can reschedule the departure date after you got issue visa without charge.
  • The rescheduling of departure date must be notifiy to GHT 21 days before departure.
  • Note: Cancellation / rescheduling of departure dates are calculated based on working days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays). GHT does not accept tour cancellations / reschduling of departure dates over the telephone. Guests should go to GHT office to cancel the contract / reschedule the departure date / exchange tour and bear the costs specified in this regulation. Procedures include: signed contract and invoice.
• 1.6 In condition that Global Holiday Tour (GHT) cancel the tour:

Global Holiday Tour is allowed to cancel the trip 15 days prior to  departure date. GHT tours can be departed when all members  of the tour have fully paid for the tour. In addition, GHT is entitled to cancel all tours, including tours that already confirmed on departure date for reasons such as terrorism, epidemics, political instability, strikes or other obstructive events that prevent GHT from organizing the tour as planned. In case of cancellation of tour by GHT, guests can choose another trip or receive the full amount of the tour after deducting services fees such as visa, vaccination, non-destructive flights and other losses in spiritual way. If you choose a different trip that costs less than your canceled trip, GHT will refund the difference. If you choose a tour that greater than the cancelled tour, you will have to pay the additional fees.

5. Insurance

All trips organized by Global Holiday Tour are covered by health insurance. We advise you to purchase additional insurance from camps such as repatriation insurance in case of emergency, insurance for trip cancellation issues.

6. Responsibility

When booking a tour with Global Holiday Tour, you are often advised to inquire about the flexibility of the trip, such as the means of transportation may change without notice due to local or visited country condition. In such cases, it is possible for GHT to revise the tour program, or may cut short the tour or re-schedule the trip. During the journey, you have to accept the instructions of the Tour Guide or our team leader. When traveling with the delegation, you have to sympathize with the differences between individuals. In addition, GHT is allowed to decide on the members of the delegation. When GHT organizes tours for government agencies, companies or organizations, GHT is not responsible for injury, loss, delays ... that affecting this third party. GHT is not responsible for law violations in your home country or country when traveling. GHT employees, guides or partners are not allowed to assist in these activities.

7. Terms of agreement

When you confirming the booking with us means that you have read and understood as follows: "When i travel mean that i will have joys and experiences of life that i will gain out of it, I also have to accept the possible risks that encountered on the road. Especially with adventurous tours, standards of safety, hygiene, health, communication or infrastructure will not be the same like at home or the same as the honeymoon trip. "

8. Local partners

In many parts of the world, GHT work with well-known local travel companies, prestigious camps, or the best schools. These units work with both passion and enthusiasm in their country and often have high standards like GHT requirements. By working with these local units, we have contributed to the economies of the countries you visit.

9.Traveling with kids

Most of the trips organized by GHT are suitable for children (when traveling with parents or relatives). Parents or relatives help them follow the instructions of tour leader or the team leader.

10. Personal Information

We need some personal information from you to arrange your trip, such as your full name, passport number, date of birth, nationality, date of issue and expiration date of the passport, health status. If you are over 70 years old, you may be required to sign some additional paperwork. Without this personal information, we can not complete your tour profile. Please see more details in the Privacy Policy page.

11. Passport and Visa

When traveling within the country, you need to bring ID card and birth certificate for baby. In case of traveling abroad, it is necessary to carry a passport, visa type or other required documents of the country you visit during the trip. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months. Please check carefully the type of visa entry before departure, GHT is not responsible when  you got refused entry or exit.

12. Image and Marketing

You agree to let Global Holiday Tour (GHT) using the images of the activities of the trip for the purpose of advertising and marketing.

13. Secure Credit Card

Global Holiday is currently implementing a number of measures to keep your credit card information safe: your payments online will go through a secure management unit for your security. Card information will not be stored on Global Holiday Tour (GHT) system.

Other Notes:

Global Holiday Tour travel company will not be responsible for ensuring the visit of all the attraction sites in the event of:

1. Natural disasters occur: floods, droughts, earthquakes , etc.

2.Security incidents: terrorism, demonstrations, etc.

3. Aviation incidents: technical failures, security, relocation, cancellation and delay of flights. If the above cases occur, GHT will consider  refund the non-sightseeing expenses to guests if possible (after deducting the services performed such as visa fee, etc . and will not be hold liable for any other costs).

3 days after tour end, you can come to GHT office to retreive your original passport.

Files need to be prepare (Apply and register 30 days before tour start)

1. Application required the original and copy files of all information
2. Passport valid for more than 6 months + Old passport (if any)
3. 4 x 6 white backgrounds (passport size), taken within 6 months
4. Clear copy of each household page
5. Report card or leave of absence issued by the school if it is at a different time of summer
6. Birth Certificate + Parent's travel permit for guests under the age of 18
7. Parents, if they are laborer than they need to show: Labor contract + Position statement, salary + Latest salary statement (if paid via bank) + Application form for travel
8. Parents, if they are the company owner, Corporation, self employ than they need to show:License for establishment of a business / business license, Business cards, brochures introducing the company
9. House or land ownership certificates, cars, stock shares, etc.
10. Savings account or bank account balance confirmation of at least 200,000,000 VND

Please come with your child and be present at the Embassy or Consulate office for interviews as required.