East York LEGO-lovers we’ll see you this summer!
Welcome to Brick Labs’ LEGO Summer Camps 2024 in East York. Toronto’s best LEGO summer camp! We have a fantastic summer planned for children aged 5 and up with a number of different themes for every interest and LEGO lover.
LEGO Summer Camp runs daily from 8.30am to 4.00pm at 200 Wolverleigh Blvd, (Kimbourne Park United Church, Danforth and Coxwell) with free extended care until 5pm. We’ll be in East York from July 8th to Aug 30th for eight fun-filled and engaging weeks. Campers will need to provide their own snacks and lunch (nut-free), except on Fridays, when we provide a pizza lunch.
All our camp themes are designed to include a mix of learning and entertainment for your child. Using our learning through play methodology engages children at a deeper level with the concepts they need for success.
Your LEGO-lover can choose from a variety of themed camps throughout the summer. Click on the camp name below for description and registration. Have questions? Please give us a call 416 901-1390 or email info@bricklabs.ca for more information.
WEEKLY LEGO SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE – East York YORK – Click on camp name to link to booking and information
| AGES | DATES | CAMP NAME – Click to Register | Price | ||
| 5-9 | 22-26 July 2024 | LEGO World Constructor Tour | Sold Out | ||
| 5-9 | 29 Jul-2 Aug | LEGO City Engineer | Sold Out | ||
| 5-9 | 6-9 Aug 2024 | LEGO Friends – Neighbourhood Heroes | Sold Out | ||
| 5-9 | 12-16 Aug 2024 | Wizarding Magic | Sold Out | ||
| 5-9 | 19-23 Aug 2024 | Robotics & Coding (WeDo2.0) | Sold Out | ||
| 5-9 | 26-30 Aug 2024 | Spy Kids 2 – The Henchmen Rise | $525 | 1 Space Left | |
Daily Activities
Our daily schedule normally includes 3 LEGO-activity learning periods (may take place outdoors depending on weather), 3 periods of outdoor play/sports, and 2 periods of free-build. Outdoor activity will take place on the church property or local playgrounds and parks. Sample schedule below.
- 8.30 – 9.00 Arrival/Free-Build
- 9.00 – 10.00 First Activity Period
- 10.00- 11.00 Snack and Outdoor Play
- 11.00 – 12.00 Second Activity Period
- 12.00 – 1.00 Lunch and Outdoor Play
- 1.00 – 2.15 Third Activity Period
- 2.15 – 3.15 Snack and Outdoor Activity
- 3.15 – 4.00 Free-Build
- 4.00 – 5.00pm Pick-up/Free-Build/Search and Find/Mini-Figure builds
Staffing and Ratios
Campers will be divided into 2 age groups, with one lead instructor per group. Lead instructors have multiple years of leading camping activities. They are fully trained in all our procedures, protocols and believe and live our mission and values.
Additional instructors and leaders in training may assist with more technical classes and during outdoor activities to provide a ratio of 1:8. Everyone has been vetted to ensure children are safe and well taken care of. In addition to lead instructors, instructors and leaders in training, the Director, Location Manager or designate is on site daily.
Cancellations
DUE TO CUSTOMER CHOICE: The customer may, with no less than 4 weeks notice, transfer a camp week to a another camp week of similar value within a year of the original booking date or receive a credit for any service (with the exception of Birthday Parties) available at Brick Labs.
5% Administrative fees apply on all cancellations.
NO SHOWS/ LATE CANCELLATION/ INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOUR
Customers who fail to provide notice of cancellation at least two weeks in advance (no show) shall forfeit any fees paid. Notice may be provided by email, by phone or in person.
There will be no financial allowances, credits or make-up days for any missed camps days.
Customers/children who fail to change inappropriate behaviour after having been cautioned by the Brick Labs staff will forfeit fees and not be allowed to return to the facility. Inappropriate behaviour includes but is not limited to: physical, verbal or sexual harassment of staff or customers; not following safety rules or regulations; continued disregard of direction; intentional destruction or damage to property; theft; interfering with the enjoyment of other campers; inappropriate, profane or sexual language.
Welcome Package
Once camp starts on 8 July 2024 staff at the East York location can be reached directly by calling or texting (647) 981-1390 or by emailing bricklabsey@gmail.com. For administrative questions, scheduling changes or concerns, or prior to July 8, please contact us at info@bricklabs.ca. or call 416 901-1390.
As this is our first year operating out of this location, we may need to update information in this package from time to time.
Drop Off
Brick Labs East York Camp is located at 200 Wolverleigh Blvd, Toronto in Kimbourne Park United Church (KPUC). The camp entrance is off the driveway on the west side of the building, towards the rear of the building. Drop-off will take place at this entrance daily for all campers. Please do not park in driveway while dropping off.
You can drop off your camper as early as 8:30am daily. Late arrivals may bring your child down the stairs to the camp room at the bottom on the right. If the door is locked, please ring the intercom bell for the FELLOWSHIP ROOM, and someone will be with you as quickly as possible.
If your child has a fever or is experiencing flu like symptoms (vomiting), please keep them home for a period of 24 to 48 hours or until symptoms no longer exhibit.
What Your Camper Should/Should Not Bring to Camp
Your camper should arrive daily with the following items:
Filled water bottle
2 nut-free healthy snacks for two different snack breaks
A lunch, Monday to Thursday; each Friday we will provide a pizza lunch (at no additional fee)
Sunscreen/Bug repellent
Weather appropriate outerwear (hat, running shoes, sunglasses, etc)
Change of clothing
If necessary: epi-pen and/or medication. (Please contact us as soon as possible to arrange for safe storage or administration procedures of any medication)
Each camper will have an area to store their items. Please ensure all personal items are identified with your child’s name or initials. Iron-on name tags or sharpies work well.
Your child should not bring:
Cell phone (no exceptions)
Electronics, tablets, camera, etc.
Any foods with nuts
Personal items of value or sentimental value
Personal LEGO
Stuffies, toys, blankets
Any item that can be a danger to them or to others
Prohibited items will be held by camp staff and returned at the end of day to parents.
Pick-Up
Daily pick-up is between 4:00pm and 5:00pm at the side door (same area as drop-off). Upon arrival, please provide our team member with your name and your camper’s and we will have your camper come out to you.
On Thursday of each week, we encourage you to come in at pick-up so you can view your campers’ creations on display. Their displays will remain up for viewing on Friday morning drop-offs as well.
Safety Protocols
On the first day of every camp, campers will be briefed on all safety protocols prior to the first instructional period. Briefings will include safety protocols for fire/evacuation, lock down, travelling to playgrounds, personal safety/behaviour and hygiene. Campers are expected to follow safety procedures and protocols at all times. Staff will provide reminders for younger campers regularly. Campers who openly disregard safety procedures and protocols repeatedly may be expelled from camp without refund.
For camper safety, we will employ video surveillance equipment managed by Brick Labs Inc. Additionally KPUC has outdoor security cameras around the property.
Camp cohorts will be assigned at the beginning of the week. Siblings/friends may be grouped together if requested.
Parents must advise us, if they have not already done so, of any allergies their camper has, and treatment if required (epi-pen or medication).
Campers who are injured or become ill during the day will be provided with appropriate first aid and if necessary, medical attention. Parents will be notified as soon as possible. Campers who exhibit flu-like symptoms will be isolated and parents contacted as soon as possible to arrange pick-up.
Behaviour
Abusive, bullying or harassing behaviour will not be tolerated. Parents will be contacted should their camper be the instigator or if their child is being abused, bullied or harassed.
Campers who use inappropriate language, demonstrate behaviour that is not socially acceptable, or regularly break rules will be cautioned, removed from their cohort temporarily (timed out) and have their parents informed. Continued behaviour of this nature will result in expulsion from camp without refund.
Campers who physically abuse a camper or counsellor shall be removed from their cohort and placed in supervised isolation. Parents shall be notified and required to attend camp immediately. The Camp Director shall determine the consequences for the camper. They may consult with the parents but shall make the decision that is in the best interest of camp safety.
The Camp Director, on a first offence, must make a decision as a consequence of physical abuse or sustained bullying or harassment from the following list:
- Suspension for the remainder of the day and/or following day;
- Suspension for the duration of the camp program; or
- One year suspension from Brick Labs programs.
On a second offence, the Camp Director must suspend the camper for a period of one year.
All incidents must be documented as per the Brick Labs Abuse and Harassment Policy.
Dress/Attire
Comfy clothing that is suitable for active outdoor times is expected on all days. We suggest campers have a sweater just in case they find the temperature a little cool inside or out. Shoes are required indoors at all times. Running shoes and hats are strongly recommended, as well as any other items appropriate for outdoor activity. Ensure all clothing and personal items are labeled with name or initials (iron-on labels or sharpies work well).
Snacks and Lunch
Campers need to provide their own snacks and lunch throughout the week, except for Friday lunch (see below). Each day has two snack breaks, so please ensure sufficient healthy, nut-free snacks are packed. If your child requires their lunch to be warmed up, please pack it in a microwavable container, and our team will gladly warm it for them.
Occasionally during the week, we will provide campers with “freezies”. If you would prefer your child not receive these treats, please let us know at drop-off or by email.
Snacks and lunch must be taken in the designated lunchroom or outdoors. Campers are not permitted to consume food or beverage in classrooms or common spaces.
Friday Pizza Lunch
It is a tradition at Brick Labs that Friday is pizza lunch day. We supply pizza (cheese or pepperoni/cheese). Pizza will be served by staff to campers. If your camper requires a special selection (gluten free, dairy free) please let us know via email as soon as possible. We unfortunately cannot accommodate for campers who do not like pizza; please ensure they are provided their own lunch on Friday.
Instructional Time
We have three or four instructional periods per day, approximately one hour each. These will take place in their assigned classroom and follow a specific lesson plan for their themed camp. If possible, we will take some of these lessons outdoors.
Outdoor Time
There are three specific outdoor periods scheduled daily for physical activity. We have a variety of on-site and off-site areas that we will use including on property, local schools and neighbouring parks. Barring severe weather, we try to spend a minimum of 50 minutes outside for each session. Outdoor time is less structured, and children are provided with a variety of sports equipment and toys to choose from.
Free Build Time
Our campers love having some “free-build” time where they can unleash their creative side or build a kit from our LEGO library of sets. These sessions are scheduled at the start and end of each day as time permits.
Creations
Throughout the week, your camper’s creations will be kept for display on Thursday afternoon (after 3:30pm) and Friday morning at 8:30am for your viewing. Creations can not be taken home. We are happy to provide extensive photographs for your child to recreate their builds with their own LEGO at home.
Photography/Video
Our campers are truly excited by their builds and creations and want to share everything they have done with their parents. Throughout the week we may be taking photographs or videos of your camper’s creations and camp experiences. We try to share these recordings only with the parent of the child in the photo or video during the week via email. Identifiable photos/videos may be used for social media posts, marketing or the like only with your express permission. We will ask you prior to any type of posting. Please advise us via email if you would prefer no photos/videos be taken of your child through the week.
Surveillance videos are only used for safety, security and training purposes. Access to recordings is limited to management personnel only.
Communication
We believe strongly in good communication with our client families. We do our best to interact daily with parents at drop off and pick up to address your questions or special requests.
During the day, East York Staff can be reached by calling or texting (647) 981-1390 or by email at bricklabsey@gmail.com
The Director can be reached at any time at (647) 229-1664 or at john@bricklabs.ca.
If your camper expresses any concerns about their camp experience or there is an incident you would like us to address, please contact us as soon as possible so we can take action right away.
Special Requests
We will do our best to accommodate special requests such as, but not limited to:
- Being in the same cohort as a friend
- Reminder for bathroom visits
- Birthday recognition
- Prepared for an early departure
Please email us at info@bricklabs.ca or speak to us at drop-off or pick-up.
Director’s Note
Each and every day, we remind campers that our job is to make sure they have a safe and fun day… in that order. It is a simple message that has worked well over the years.
Our staff are trained to make Brick Labs’ camp an entertaining and educational experience. Sometimes the skills learned are “hard” such as robotics, engineering, etc., while others are more “soft” skills including collaboration, communication, respect, effort, and pride. Our goal is to build creative, curious and confident learners in our community.
We appreciate your support, questions and feedback.