Our OOSC program are based on the belief that quality OOSC program is community-driven, expended learning opportunities that support developmentally appropriate cognitive, social, physical, and emotional outcomes. We also practice our Learning Lab ideology in this program to encourage children’s curiosity in learning and to scaffold their social skill development for future. This is a balanced program of academic support, arts and cultural enrichment, recreation, and nutrition.
Week 1 (Jun 28 – Jul 5)
Week 2 (Jul 8 – 12)
Week 3 (July 15 – 19)
Week 4 (Jul 22 – 26)
Week 5 (Jul 29 – Aug 2)
Week 6 (Aug 5 – 9)
Week 7 (Aug 12 – 16)
Week 8 (Aug 19 – 23)
Week 9 (Aug 26 – 30)
WEEK 1: Leadership Theme (Social Responsibility and Empathy) – Super Heroes
Date: Jun 28, Jul 2 – 5, 2024
Day | Project | Field Trip |
1 | Outdoor Safety Orientation: Center Safety Protocols | Mosquito Creek Park |
2 | Outdoor Safety Orientation: | Delbrook Park |
3 | Wild Berries Hunting | Mosquito Creek Park |
4 | Wild Berries Hunting | Cleveland Dam Park Trail |
5 | Just for Fun Playground | Moodyville Park |
Overview:
Teachers orientate students to build their safety awareness when exploring in nature. It includes the safety protocols of group activities in forest and at the playground. It is a foundation of the safe summer camp and children also develop skills of making their own safety plan in a variety of social contexts.
WEEK 2: Adventure Theme – Travel with Public Transportation in Vancouver
Date: Jul 8 – 12, 2024
Day | Project | Field Trip |
1 | Learn About Public Transportation (PT) Systems in Vancouver | Capilano Library ( Bus and Walking) |
2 | Learn About Safety on PT | Olympic Valley (Bus, Seabus, Skytrain, Walking) |
3 | Learn About Customer Service of PT | Braemar Playground |
4 | Explore PT Systems in Vancouver | Yaletown Aqua Bus (Bus, Seabus, Aqua Bus, Walking) |
5 | Make A Weekend PT Trip Plan for Family | Fairmont Park |
Overview:
Children learn about safety and appropriate manners on Public Transportation while developing planning and organization skills. Our lovely little ones will explore the city and learn a great way to reduce traffic congestion and protect our environment. Please take your child to buy a compass card before the week.
WEEK 3: Nature Theme – Field Guide to Insects of The Pacific Northwest
Date: Jul 15 – 19, 2024
Day | Project | Field Trip |
1 | Science: What Is An Insect? | Mosquito Creek Park |
2 | Dragan Flies and Butterflies in B.C | Fairmont Park |
3 | Craft: Bug Hotel | Mosquito Creek Park |
4 | Insects Hunting | Cleveland Dam Park |
5 | Bugs and Slugs | Capilano Suspension Bridge |
Overview
We will explore local parks and observing the insects in the natural habitat. Our field trips provide children with art, games, craft activities that helps them learn more about the characteristics and habits of different types of insects. Capilano Suspension Bridge is a great place to observe bugs and slugs.
WEEK 4: Nature Theme – Field Guide to Birds of the Pacific Northwest
Date: Jul 22 – 26, 2024
Day | Project | Field Trip |
1 | DIY Bird Feeder | Mosquito Creek Park |
2 | B.C Woodland Birds | Cleveland Dam Park |
3 | Craft: Build Bird House | Mosquito Creek Park |
4 | Bird-Watching Day + Picnic | Port Moody: Old Mill Site Park |
5 | Waterfowl Birds | Capilano Pacific Trail ( 2km) |
Overview:
We are so blessed to live in Vancouver because of so many great places for Bird Watching. We will be taking a guided tour of Burnaby Lake to learn to identify different types of birds and learn about how to protect their habitats.
WEEK 5: Science Mania – Magic of Science
Date: Jul 29 – Aug 2, 2024
Day | Project | Field Trip |
1 | Daily 4-6 Science Experiences about: Chemistry, Physics, Mechanics and Math | Mosquito Creek Park |
2 | Daily 4-6 Science Experiences about: Chemistry, Physics, Mechanics and Math | Londsdale Shipyard Splash Park |
3 | Daily 4-6 Science Experiences about: Chemistry, Physics, Mechanics and Math | Delbrook Park |
4 | Daily 4-6 Science Experiences about: Chemistry, Physics, Mechanics and Math | Londsdale Shipyard Splash Park |
5 | Daily 4-6 Science Experiences about: Chemistry, Physics, Mechanics and Math | Science World Full Day Trip + (Aqua Bus) |
Overview
There are many science experiments that our children can try with basic household items. Our Magic of Science games also open a big door for children to explore science in life. They are going to Science World to end this fantastic week.
WEEK 6: Pirate Them: Treasure Hunting
Date: Aug 5 – 9, 2024
Day | Project | Field Trip |
1 | Aug. 5th BC Day , Camp Closed | |
2 | Making Treasure Hunting Map | Londsdale Shipyard Splash Park |
3 | Treasure Making | Mosquito Creek Park |
4 | Treasure Hunting + Pirate Ship Tour | Olympic Village |
5 | Treasure Making | Braemar School Playground |
Overview:
Children never have enough fun with Pirate Theme. In addition to learn navigation skill and team work leadership, we will take them on Pirate Ship tour in False Creek and let children have an extraordinary experience in summer. Pirate Ship Tour ticket is additional charge at around $40 or below for group (price may change per child. Please visit https://www.pirateadventures.ca for more information.
WEEK 7: Ocean Creatures on North Shore
Date: Aug 12 – 16, 2024
Day | Project | Field Trip |
1 | Ocean Animals | Delbrook Park |
2 | Ocean Plants | Mosquito Creek Park |
3 | Ocean Plants | Ocean Wildlife Adventure: Cates Park |
4 | Ocean Art Activities | Fairmont Park |
5 | Ocean Art Activities | Vancouver Aquarium Field Trip |
Overview:
Art is from heart and from Nature. Our young minds can express their creativity and imagination with natural materials. It also adds a unique and beautiful dimension to artistic creations. By using natural materials in art, children can learn to appreciate beauty of the natural world and develop a deeper understanding of their environment, as well as having fun time outside.
WEEK 8: Art is From Nature
August 19 – 23, 2024
Day | Project | Field Trip |
1 | Leaf and Flower | Mosquito Creek Park |
2 | Beach Materials (shell, Rock etc) | Deep Cove Park |
3 | Bug House | Delbrook Park |
4 | Waste Paper | Londsdale Shipyard Splash Park |
5 | Bottles and Containers | Mosquito Creek Park |
Overview:
Deep Cove Park Art is from heart and from Nature. Our young minds can express their creativity and imagination with natural materials. It also adds a unique and beautiful dimension to artistic creations. By using natural materials in art, children can learn to appreciate beauty of the natural world and develop a deeper understanding of their environment, as well as having fun time outside.
WEEK 9: Life Literacy – Nature Survival Skills
Date: Aug 26 – 30, 2024
Day | Project | Field Trip |
1 | Learning About Navigation | Lynn Valley Park |
2 | Wild Animal Tacking | Clevenland Dam Park |
3 | Wild Animal Attack Drill | Londsdale Shipyard Splash Park |
4 | Edible Fruits and Berries of The Pacific Northwest | Mosquito Creek Park |
5 | Wild Animal Watching | Burnaby Lake |
Overview:
We definitely would love our children to master survival skills when living in North Shore. Teachers set a various of settings for children to practice living in nature. This is one of the most popular theme weeks in 2024 which has been rated the highest by parents.
Note:
1. Additional Fee is appliable to the tickets for Capilano Suspension Bridge, Science World, and Vancouver Aquarium, Aqua Bus and Chartered Bus.
2. Daily field trip may change depending on weather, children’s energy and learning plan change.
3. We will use public transportation for our field trips, which provides our children with a great opportunity to explore lower mainland.