FAQ's For Camp West Woods
What are the camp hours of operation?
The camp runs from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. each day, Monday through Friday.
What are the extended day hours?
The extended day program operates from 7:30 to 9:00 am, and from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. You can sign up for extended day on the Camp West Woods application. If you don’t yet know when you will need to use the extended day option, you can call the office at a later date. There is an additional fee for this program. (please see the Program Enrollment and Rates page for fees)
What to Bring to Camp
Please mark everything your child brings to camp with his/her name in permanent ink. Placing camp supplies and personal items in a small backpack will help your child keep everything together and make it easier to find what he needs while he/she is at camp.
What to leave home
Your camper will be in an outdoor environment that involves lots of walking and dirty play. We ask that your camper wear comfortable clothing and shoes every day. Sneakers are the only foot attire that campers are allowed to wear. Flip flop type shoes may be worn in and around the pool area only. Please make sure to dress your camper in a comfortable manner, because they will be very active.
Does the camp supply lunch?
No, Camp West Woods does not supply lunch. Please pack a lunch, snacks and a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Do you provide transportation to camp?
No. Transportation needs to be provided by the parent. We can give you a list of families in your town who are interested in arranging a carpool.
What is the camp’s phone number?
The permanent, year-round number is 781-341-4424.
How many kids in each group? And what are the age ranges?
Lower Camp (Ages 4-5) is a 5:1 ratio, Regular Camp is a 10:1 ratio. Campers are grouped by age and is a co-ed program.
Do you have a camp nurse?
Health Advisor and Camp Nurse
Under Board of Health Regulations, we have both a Health Advisor and an on-site Camp Nurse. Our camp nurse is a school nurse who will administer medication and tend to all cuts and scrapes kids may get at camp. You will get a note home for minor incidents and we will call you immediately for any major incidents. All medication must be in original containers with the child’s name and date of birth. All medications must be signed in to the camp nurse. If your child needs medication during camp, or you have questions, please call 781-341-4424 or email at office@campwestwoods.com and we can schedule a meeting with the nurse prior to your child coming to camp. The nurse’s office is located in the white pre-school building.
What if my child decides to quit?
In the “Term of Enrollment”, it states that refunds are not given after May 1st. However, we can discuss your situation on an individual basis to come to an agreement if your child decides that they no longer want to attend camp.
What happens if it rains?
When it rains, campers go to their individual bunks and have group activities, we have all camp activities in the gym and sometimes, play in the rain!
What if my child will be absent from camp?
If you know your camper will be absent, please notify the Day Camp Office at 781-341-4424. If we have not heard from you by 10 am, we will call the parent to verify the absence. If you need to pick your child up early, we ask that you inform the office before 12pm that day.
What is the camp’s contact info?
Fax: 781-341-2970
Address: Camp West Woods, 808 West Street, Stoughton, MA 02072
Email: office@campwestwoods.com
Phone: 781-341-4424