Licensed Camps

Our licensed camps provide quality childcare for children in Kindergarten to Grade 5. Oaklands provides a positive atmosphere in which children can develop self-esteem, confidence, and social awareness. Our staff offer a warm, safe, and welcoming environment so your child’s time here is fun and memorable. We accept subsidies available through the Ministry of Children and Family.

Licensed Summer Camps 2024

*all licensed camps accept ACCB subsidy

Week 1: July 2-5

Grades K-1 “Jurassic Giants” – If you love dinosaurs say “RAWR!” Face painting, fossil hunts, crafts and trip to the museum are planned this week!

Grades 2-5 “Marvel Madness” – Calling all superheroes! It’s a week full of strength, power, and intelligence. Test your superhero knowledge as we learn the stories behind Thor, Captain America, Black Widow, Iron Man and The Hulk. Design and create your own superhero costumes and write your own hero comics. You won’t want to miss out an exciting obstacle course, creating your own invention and drinking a Super Soldier Serum.

Week 2: July 8-12

Grades K-1 “SHIPWRECKED!” – This week’s camp is full of pirates, mermaids, ocean creatures and survival fun.

Grades 2-5 “Out & About” – This camp has daily out-trips and is primarily off-site. Trips will include Fort Rodd Hill, Esquimalt Lagoon, Willows Beach, Beckwith Splash Park, Topaz Park, and Elk Lake.

Week 3: July 15-19

Grades K-1 “Earth, Wind & Magic” – Tap into your wild side! We will be exploring nature, mythical creatures, crafting magical potions and

more. All fairies, wood nymphs, elves, and sprites welcome!

Grades 2-5 “Mega Mindstorm” – Engineering and science week! Experimenting with chemistry, biology, engineering, and cultivating a maker mindset. Daily riddles and “explosive” fun.

Week 4: July 22-26

Grades K-1 “Bugging Out” – Creepy Crawlies galore! A visit from the compost education center and the Bug Zoo are planned for this week.

Grades 2-5 “Out & About” - This camp has daily out-trips and is primarily off-site. Out trips will include a swim at Panorama Rec Center, Gyro Beach, Pkols, Esquimalt Water Park, Beacon Hill Park. 

Week 5: July 29-Aug 2

Grades K-1 “Parks & Beaches” – Out trips planned are Gyro Beach, Willows Beach, and Esquimalt Lagoon

Grades 2-5 “Cooking for Kids” – This week is going to be “sweet”! You will savor every mouth-watering moment and hunger for more! Campers will get hands-on experience baking delectable treats and cooking meals such as Spaghetti, Quesadillas, and yummy homemade soup!

Week 6: Aug 6-9

Grades K-1 “Sci-Fi Zoo” – Create your own planet complete with alien creatures! Robots, space pirates, imaginative play, making slime and more. It’s out of this world!

Grades 2-5 “Out & About” - This camp has daily out-trips and is primarily off-site. Out-trips will include Dallas Road Beach, Gonzales Beach, Mini-Golf, Swan Lake and Macaulay Point Park.

Week 7: Aug 12-16

Grades K-1 “Water Waves” – Prepare to get wet! Sprinkler fun, wading pools, Elk Lake, and water parks!

Grades 2-5 “Mythical Realms” – Are you ready for a magical experience? How about a side quest? Activities will include creating a mythical creature, playing Dungeons & Dragons, Role Playing, potion making, and trips to Mystic Vale and Pkols.

Week 8: Aug 19-23

Grades K-1 “Fairytale Forest” – Fun with Fables & Fairy Tales. Play acting, puppets, crafts, dress up, a trip to Mystic Vale and a fun movie day with popcorn and stuffed toys!

Grades 2-5 “Out & About” - This camp has daily out-trips and is primarily off-site. Out-trips will include a swim at Westshore Parks & Rec, Board Game Café, Thetis Lake, Cattle Point and Francis King Park.

No camp available Aug 26-30

•  Licensed camps are separated into Kindergarten/Grade 1 (age 5-7) and Grade 2-5 (8-11). You will register your child into the age group/grade they  have completed, not the grade they are entering into.  
• Licensed camps are for children who have completed Kindergarten in June. For children starting Kindergarten in September, we are required to submit an exemption from our licensing officer; parents/guardian can continue to register into primary-aged camps and complete the registration forms attached and email exemption forms as instructed.