Wild Things (entering grades K and 1)

Learn about our wonderful Wild Things program.

• Join our Camper Club
• The Program
• The Staff
• Transportation
• Early Drop-Offs and Pick-Ups
• Cancellation and Refund Policies
• Scholarships

Join our Camper Club...

When you register, why not enroll your child in our Camper Club. It's easy. Just donate $40 to our Walden West Foundation's campaign to fund the Science Learning Center Lab. We accept cash, checks, Visa, and MasterCard and your donation is tax deductible. Students who are members of this very special club will receive a scoop of candy to celebrate our "Inside Scoop... It's Easy Being Green" campaign!

The Program

Wild Things is an exciting day camp for children kindergarten and first grade. The program is designed to improve socialization skills while fostering a love for the out-of-doors. Campers will enjoy archery, arts and crafts, gardening, hiking, cooking, swimming, and singing. Wild Things information letter for parents... (Schedule)

The Staff

Camp is managed by our Outdoor School staff. Individuals bring years of summer camp experience and a passion for the outdoors. They hold certificates in First Aid, CPR and Lifeguarding. Five staff members, with the help of ten experienced volunteer counselors from local high schools, supervise the 50 children.

Transportation

On the first day - Monday - bring your camper to Walden West between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. for check-in. For the remainder of the week, staff will transport campers from Saratoga School (14592 Oak Street, Saratoga 95070) to Walden West and then again back to Saratoga School in the afternoons. Afternoon drop-offs begin Monday at 4:15 p.m. Morning bus pick-up is from 8:15 until 8:30 a.m. and begins Tuesday. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE WILD THINGS HAVE BUS SERVICE EVERY MORNING AND AFTERNOON BEGINNING MONDAY AFTERNOON. Unless we are told otherwise, we will assume that your child will ride the bus home Thursday afternoon (when older day campers stay for their BBQ).

Early Drop-Offs and Pick-Ups

For those parents who need to drop off their children earlier, we offer extended hours. Early morning drop-off begins at 8:00 a.m. There is no charge. Afternoon early pick-up is offered for those who wish to pick their children up before 4:15. Please notify us on Monday during the check-in period. There is no after hours supervision for Wild Thing Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday. If a Wild Things camper has an older sibling in Day Camp, the Wild Things camper may stay with him or her after hours care until the BBQ begins at 6:00 p.m. Please notify us at check-in.

Cancellation and Refund Policies

Walden West requires a written request for refunds at least two weeks (14 days) prior to the session you wish to cancel. A $150 cancellation fee per child/per week applies. There is a $75 charge for changing weeks and is dependent on availability. Registration is not transferable. For assistance, please call Veronica Polini at 408-573-3057 or email veronica_polini@sccoe.org.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available on a limited basis. Click here for a scholarship application. If a scholarship is awarded and you have already paid, your account will be credited with $100. If you have registered and the scholarship is denied, we will give a full cancellation refund if requested. The deadline for requests is March 31.