CAMP HOURS & LATE PICK-UP

​

 Hours of Operation: Drop-off begins no earlier than 8:30 am. Camp programming ends at 4:00 pm, with the final pick-up window closing at 4:30 pm.

 

 Late Pick-up Policy: Parents must call the camp office immediately if they anticipate being late. Fees are paid to the staff members providing after-camp care at the time of pick-up:

o   First time (<15 mins late): No charge.

o   5–15 minutes late: $10.00

o   16–30 minutes late: $25.00

o   Over 30 minutes late: $50.00

​

 HEALTH, SAFETY & MEDICAL

•  Illness: If a camper becomes ill at camp, parents will be notified immediately and must arrange for prompt pick-up (ideally within one hour). Missed days due to illness are not reimbursed.

•  Emergency Medical Treatment: In the event of an accident or illness, Rainbow will attempt to contact the Parent/Guardian or emergency contact immediately. By signing, you consent to Rainbow acting on your child’s behalf to secure assessment, transportation, and treatment at a hospital if necessary.

• Medical Updates: Parents are responsible for notifying Rainbow of any changes to the camper’s health condition between registration and the start of camp.

•  Nut Policy: Rainbow is a "Nut-Free" environment. Parents agree not to send any products containing nuts to camp.

• Sun Sense: Parents accept the risks of sun exposure in an outdoor environment and agree to send sunscreen with their child for daily application at camp.

​

BEHAVIOUR & PARTICIPATION

• Participation: Campers are encouraged to participate in all activities to support a positive community experience.

• Behaviour Management: Enrolment requires agreement to Rainbow’s Behaviour Management Policy, including the Green-Yellow-Red Support System. This system governs expectations regarding the safety and well-being of campers and staff.

• Pick-up Expectations: If requested for behaviour concerns (specifically "Red-level" behaviours), illness, or health concerns (e.g., lice), parents agree to arrange pick-up within one hour. Return to camp is at the sole discretion of the Camp Leadership Team.

 

PRIVACY & PROPERTY

• Personal Belongings: Rainbow is not responsible for lost or damaged personal property, including but not limited to eyeglasses, hearing aids, or electronics.

• Electronics: Devices should be used for communication purposes only, not for entertainment.

• Property Damage: Parents/Guardians agree to assume financial responsibility for any and all damages caused by their child to Rainbow property, Guelph Community Christian School, or the property of others.

• Privacy (PIPEDA): Rainbow protects your personal information and adheres to the

​

BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT POLICY 2026

​

1. Our Philosophy & Scope of Care

Rainbow Day Camp is dedicated to providing a fun, safe, and inclusive summer experience for all campers. We believe in addressing behaviour in a fair, respectful, and developmentally appropriate manner, always prioritizing the safety and well-being of our campers, staff, and volunteers. Our goal is to create a community where every child feels they belong.

To maintain this environment, it is important for families to understand our program's scope of care. Rainbow Day Camp is a recreational program, not a therapeutic or clinical one. Our team is comprised of dedicated young adults who love working with children; however, they are not trained ABA/IBI practitioners or Educational Assistants.

Staff are not trained or permitted to use physical restraint or hands-on behaviour support strategies. Because we prioritize a safe environment for everyone, Rainbow may not be able to support campers who display high behavioural needs or physically aggressive behaviour that requires specialized clinical intervention or professional medical oversight.

​

2. Camper Behaviour Expectations

Behaviour expectations are clearly communicated to staff, volunteers, campers, and parents/guardians. To ensure a successful week, all campers are expected to follow these rules daily:

• Respect: Show respect for themselves, fellow campers, and staff.

• Inclusion: Respect individual differences and personal/camp property.

• Safety & Boundaries: Stay within designated activity areas and participate safely in a group setting with verbal support and redirection.

• Accountability: Take responsibility for their own actions and understand the resulting consequences.

​​

3. The Green–Yellow–Red Behaviour Support System

We use this system to ensure expectations are clear and responses are consistent, fair, and focused on safety. Our approach emphasizes prevention and age-appropriate support while maintaining boundaries.

Rainbow values open communication with families. We work collaboratively to support positive behaviour and encourage families to share any relevant information that may support their child’s success at camp.

​

GREEN LEVEL: Ready to Learn & Play

• Examples: Following instructions, using inclusive language, respecting personal space, and participating with kindness.

• Staff Response: Positive reinforcement, verbal praise, and acknowledgement of positive choices.

YELLOW LEVEL: Needs Support or Redirection

• Examples: Difficulty following instructions, repeated rule-breaking, disruptive behaviour, unkind language, or unintentional rough play.

• Staff Response: Verbal reminders, redirection, or a brief "cooldown" from the activity to regroup.

• Communication: Families will be kept informed. Behaviour will be shared with parents/guardians at pick-up to ensure consistency between home and camp.

RED LEVEL: Unsafe or Severe Behaviour

• Examples: Physical aggression (hitting, kicking, biting), threatening language, intentional unsafe play, or elopement (leaving the designated area/supervision).

• Staff Response: Immediate involvement of Camp Leadership and contact of Parents/Guardians.

• Parent Action: Parents/Guardians must arrange for pick-up as soon as possible (ideally within one hour).

​

4. Re-Entry & Program Removal

The decision for a camper to return to camp following a Red Level incident is made at the sole discretion of the Camp Director and leadership team. Factors considered include the severity of the behaviour, the safety of the community, and Rainbow’s ability to provide appropriate support.

The Camp Director reserves the right to remove a child temporarily or permanently from the program if it is deemed necessary for the safety of the camper or others. Camp fees for days missed due to behaviour-related removal (temporary or permanent) will not be reimbursed.

​

​

Updated February 2026