We're thrilled to announce that Summer Camp 2024 registrations are now open! Check out the dates and available camps below.
Summer Camp 2024
Welcome to Little Medical School - Region of Waterloo Summer Camps 2024! We have a fantastic summer planned for children aged 5 and up with over 5 themes for every interest. We will be bringing very exciting programs for our students as we explore the fascinating field of medicine through Little Medical School's STEM-based curriculum and activities.
All our summer camps run from 9AM - 4PM.
Before and after care options:
Before care for early drop-off starts at 8:00AM ($25 for the week).
After care for late pick-up until 5PM ($25 for the week).
Both before and after care ($40).
Age Recommendations:
All our camp programs are recommended for ages 5 to 9, with the exeception of the Pre-K program (ages 4 to 6).
Please note that if your child is 4 and turning 5 this year, they are still eligible to enroll in ALL our camp programs.
Payment Options:
Payment can be made by e-transfer or credit-card. Our preferred method is e-transfer for your convenvience. Please note, credit card payments are subject to a 3% processing fee.
When you complete the online enrolment form you will be asked to select your preferred method of payment.
- E-Transfer: You will be asked to pay the amount to kwcadmin@littlemedicalschool.com. Once completed, there is a box to input the e-transfer confirmation number. Once the form is submitted with the payment confirmation, a registration confirmation will be sent to your email upon successful reciept of payment. Please note: spots will not be held without payment and completed forms.
- Credit-card: You will be sent an email with an invoice that has a secure credit card payment link within the invoice.
Once payment has been received, please allow 1-2 business days for processing and then you will receive an updated statement by email and also your confirmation of enrollment.
Camp Weeks @Holy Trinity Church 237 Wilson Ave, Kitchener, ON
| Cirriculum | Type | Days | Dates | Ages | Fee | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiny Doc & Vet Adventures Camp | Pre-K Camp | M - F | Jul 8 - Jul 12 | 4 to 6 | $325 | 5 SPOTS LEFT |
| Nature’s First Responders | Wilderness Camp 1 | M - F | Jul 15 - Jul 19 | 5 to 9 | $325 | 3 SPOTS LEFT |
| Pet Pal Veterinary Adventures | Vet Camp 1 | M - F | Jul 22 - Jul 26 | 5 to 9 | $325 | 1 SPOT LEFT |
| MediTech Innovators | Joint Camp with Stemotics | M - F | Jul 29 - Aug 2 | 5 to 9 | $325 | 7 SPOTS LEFT |
Camp Weeks @Blessed Sacrament Church 305 Laurentian Dr, Kitchener, ON
| Cirriculum | Type | Days | Dates | Ages | Fee | Registration No./ Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Medical Explorations | Mixed Camp 1 | T - F | Jul 2 - Jul 5 | 5 to 9 | $260 | 1 SPOT LEFT |
| Animal Health Explorers Camp | Vet Camp 2 | M - F | Jul 8 - Jul 12 | 5 to 9 | $325 | FULL |
| Musical STEM Camp | Joint Camp with Noteworthy Music Studio | M - F | Jul 15 - Jul 19 | 5 to 9 | $325 | FULL |
| MediTech Innovators | Joint Camp with Stemotics | M - F | Jul 22 - Jul 26 | 5 to 9 | $325 | FULL |
| Wilderness Medics-in-Training | Wilderness Camp 2 | M - F | Jul 29 - Aug 2 | 5 to 9 | $325 | 5 SPOTS LEFT |
| Musical STEM Camp | Joint Camp with Noteworthy Music Studio | M - F | Aug 12 - Aug 16 | 5 to 9 | $325 | 7 SPOTS LEFT |
| Medical Marvels Camp | Doctor Camp 1 | M - F | Aug 19 - Aug 23 | 5 to 9 | $325 | 3 SPOTS LEFT |
Camp Weeks @RIM Park 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON
Course Descriptions
Little Vet Camp
Do you want your kids to have a paw-some and purr-fect summer? Do you want to immerse them in the fascinating world of veterinary medicine and animal health?
At this Little Veterinarian Summer Camp, these future veterinarians will learn about the key responsibilities of veterinarians specializing in dog and cat medical care. They will be practicing how to perform dog and cat assessments by making a nose to tail exam. They will also learn about canine and feline health through proper animal nutrition and hydration, perform a wound assessment and practice some basic surgical skills, learn about common conditions in animals, how to remove ticks, learn about the immune system and vaccinations, practice administering medication, comprehend the types of animal body language, learn about the functions of an animal’s vital organ systems such as the heart, blood, digestive system, eyes and brain, read x-rays and more. These future veterinarian physicians and surgeons will be beaming with pride as they earn a Little Veterinarian School diploma on graduation day.
Little Doctor Camp
Do you want your kids to learn some necessary life skills such as the basics of how to perform CPR and Heimlich maneuver? Learn about medication safety and how medications work? Learn about basic human anatomy and physiology in a fun way and many more meaningful health-related activities this summer?
In this Little Doctors Summer Camp, students will have an unforgettable awesome summer exploring the exciting field of medicine with a complete mini medical school experience aligned with STEM-based curriculum objectives through hands on interactive instruction, role play, crafts and games. Children will have so much fun as they dress up like doctors, use real medical instruments, discover how the body works, learn about our human vital organs and function, practice suturing stitches, learn about necessary life skills such as CPR and Heimlich Maneuver, understand how medications work, be a health advocate and more. By participating in these role-playing experiences, Little Medical School® is inspiring tomorrow’s doctors today!
Wilderness Medicine Camp
Conquer the great outdoors! Do you want your kids to learn about the exciting field of wilderness medicine? Learn about emergency situations in the wild, survive and learn how to prepare for disasters in the forest?
At Little Medical School – Wilderness Medicine Summer Camp, students will be immersed in vital emergency care in remote wilderness settings. Your little doctor will learn how to respond to emergency situations in the wild such snake bites, hypothermia and more. They will also get to practice how to tie a tourniquet and splint a broken leg. Students will also learn about survival in the great outdoors in an emergency such as learning about water safety and how to filter dirty water. These future emergency medics will also learn about mosquitoes and diseases and how to protect themselves from mosquito bites and other bugs. They will also learn about wilderness disasters that may occur such as forest fires and know what to do. Imagine the excitement when kids learn how to identify distress situations and practice creating their own distress signals in role-play.
Mixed Summer Camp
At this Little Medical School - Mixed Summer Camp, students will play the role of a medical explorer and dive into 5 different health professions including Doctor, Veterinarian, Pediatrician, Nursing, and Wilderness MDs. Your little healthcare hero will have so much fun as they dress up like doctors, use real medical instruments, discover how the body works, practice suturing stitches, practice how to perform dog and cat assessments by making a nose to tail exam, how to respond to emergency situations in the wild, how to take care of newborns, and so much more!
Musical STEM Camp in collaboration with Noteworthy Music Studio
Welcome to Musical STEM camp, where science, technology, engineering and math meet melody! Get ready for a summer of fun and learning with our jam-packed program designed to keep your little ones’ minds active and engaged. Our camp is perfect for kids of all skill levels. Activities include composing their own song and playing rhythm ensembles. But that’s not all! We’ll also be diving into STEM projects that will show campers how music and technology intersect. They’ll learn about sound waves, music production and more. Enroll your child today and give them a summer they’ll never forget!
MediTech Innovators Camp in collaboration with STEMOTICS
Embark on a journey of discovery where aspiring young doctors and future innovators come together for a unique blend of medical exploration and STEM excitement. Fuel your child's passion for both medicine and innovation through robotics, coding, STEM challenges, technology, interactive and hands-on activities on medical sciences and much more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to our most frequently asked questions. If you don't find the answer here for your question, we're here to help.
- Email us at kwcadmin@littlemedicalschool.com
- Call us at 226-989-8998
General Information
Registrations open February 1st at 7 AM. A link to the registration form will be available when it opens.
Yes! Early drop off starts at 8:00 a.m. and late pick up is offered until 5:00 p.m.
You can add this extended before care and/or extended after care upon registration or purchase it later if you prefer, by contacting kwcadmin@littlemedicalschool.com.
Before care for the whole week is $25, and after care for the whole week is $25, or $40 for both. Please note, only whole weeks (not individual days) can be purchased.
Each camp will feature different topics. For example, in Little Vet Camp 1, topics covered will include Adoption, Tip to Tail Exam, Tick Removal, Immune System, ABCs of Dog Care, and Surgery. In Little Vet Camp 2, topics covered will include X-Rays, Stress-free environments, Working Dogs, and more.
Course topics will not be repeated between camp 1 and 2 and will always be new, fun and exciting for the campers!
Please note: Musical STEM Camp and MediTech Innovators Camp have only ONE part. Program topics will be the same each week.
Children between the ages of 5-9 are eligible to enroll in our regular programs. Please note children turning 5 this year (who will be 4 at the time of camp start) are ELIGIBLE to enroll in our camp programs.
During a camp week, we hold on to left items for campers to pick up the next day. All unclaimed items are donated to a local charity at the end of the season. Please label everything to assist camp leaders in returning items to your child. Please also check your child’s belongings at the end of each camp day and notify the camp leaders at your camp during drop off the next day, if any item is missing.
Typically we have 1 counsellor for every 10 children. Each camp has a Camp Leader, an Activity Coordinator and Camp Volunteer.
The majority of our counsellors are university students looking for summer employment. We also employ teachers who want to do something in the summer, and graduates of Teacher Colleges across Ontario. A recent Vulnerable Sector Police Check is required by all counsellors. There will be at least one counsellor present at each camp location with their First Aid certification at all times.
During the registration process, you have the option to add T-shirt and stethoscope to your order. If you purchased it, it will be delivered to your camper on the first day of their first camp week.
Address of Camp Locations:
Holy Trinity Anglican Church - 237 Wilson Ave, Kitchener, ON N2C 1G9.
Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church - 305 Laurentian Dr, Kitchener, ON N2E 2N6
RIM Park - 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON N2K 4K4.
A Day at Camp
Our camp program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. Drop off begins at 8:30-9 a.m. and pick up begins at 4-4:30 p.m.
Extended before care and after care are avaliable. Before care at 8 a.m. and after care until 5 p.m.
Sample camp day schedule:
9:00 AM: Camper free play as they arrive
9:30 AM: LMS programming and activities
10:30 AM: Snack (go outside/play games)
11:00 AM: LMS programming and activities
12:00 PM: Lunch
12:30 PM: Gym time or games
1:30 PM: LMS programming and activities
2:30 PM: Snack (go outside/play games)
3:00 PM: LMS programming and activities
3:30 PM: Clean up, pack up, wait for pickup
4:30 PM: End of pick-up
Many of our activities may take place outside, depending on the weather. Outside activities may take place onsite at the camp, or at a nearby green space or park/playground. Activities throughout the day are based on a variety of health and safety factors as well as weather.
Please make sure to bring the following items with your camper to camp.
- LMS Camp Gear (campers will go home with a LMS drawstring bag and name tag - please arrive each day with the gear ready to go).
- Lunch and snacks (there are one lunch period and two movement break periods when campers enjoy a small snack). We encourage parents to pack nut free lunches and snacks. Note, we are a nut aware camp, not a nut free camp.
- Water bottle
- Weather appropriate, comfortable clothing (packing a change of clothing is also advisable)
- Closed toe and heel shoes must be worn to comply with camp safety rules (preferably running shoes)
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Hat and sunglasses (as weather dependent)
- Any doctor prescribed medications (LMS Camp staff will not administer medications except in the case of a life-threatening situation such as administering an EpiPen which is provided by the parent)
To ensure their safety, all campers must be signed in at the time of drop off and signed out at the time of pick up, by their guardian. Guardians must indicate the names of the authorized persons for pickup on their online registration form and everyone must show identification in order to sign out a child. You will be required to show identification every day, even if we know you. No child will be permitted to leave camp without being signed out by an authorized adult. The same safety rules apply to all. Should a parent wish to add an authorized person(s) to the approved pick up and drop of list for their child, they may login to their account or call Head Office (226-989-8998)
Health & Safety
There is at least one staff member at every site that has their First Aid and CPR certification, however, LMS Camp leaders DO NOT administer medications (unless it is an emergency such as the use of an EpiPen). If your child needs medication throughout the day please arrange for a parent or a designate to come and do so. Also, please ensure this information is communicated clearly on the application form when enroling your child.
There is at least one staff member at every site that has their First Aid and CPR certification.
Cancellations and Refunds
- After registration is confirmed:: Registration fees are refundable minus a $35 administration fee for each week of registration.
- Within 3 weeks of the program start date: 50% of the registration fee will be refunded.
- Within 1 week of the program start date: No refund requests will be granted.
- Before and after care services and merchandise purchases: These are refundable at any time, including throughout the camp season, as long as the service or merchandise you purchased is canceled a minimum of one full business day prior to the start of the camp session for which you purchased the service or merchandise.
- Camp week switch requests: Participants may switch their camp week(s), if notice is provided to Head Office by minimum of 7 days in advance of the start date of the original purchased camp session. Switching camp weeks is contingent on available spots for the requested week(s). Please note that availability for the requested date(s) and location(s) is not guaranteed.
For refund or exchange requests, please contact us via email at kwcadmin@littlemedicalschool.com or by calling (226) 989-8998. Our team will assist you with the necessary steps and provide further guidance based on your specific request.
We appreciate your understanding of the refund and cancellation policy. It is designed to ensure a fair and efficient process for all participants. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Payment and Credit Details
Payment can be made by e-transfer or credit-card. Our preferred method is e-transfer for your convenvience. Please note, credit card payments are subject to a 3% processing fee.
When you complete the online enrolment you will be asked to select your preferred method of payment.
- E-Transfer: You will be asked to pay the amount to kwcadmin@littlemedicalschool.com. Once completed, there is a box to input the e-transfer confirmation number. Once the form is submitted, a registration and payment confirmation will be sent to your email upon successful reciept of payment.
- Credit-card: You will be sent an email that will provide you with the invoice and secure credit card payment link within the invoice.
Once payment has been received, please allow 1-2 business days for processing and then you will receive an updated statement by email and also your confirmation of enrollment.
There is a 3% transaction fee added to all credit card transactions to cover the fee that credit card processors. This is a non-refundable fee and it is applied at checkout if your selected payment method is credit card.
