Do you make sure your child knows someone in the day camp

amother

OP ↓

Wed, Jun 19 2024, 7:26 am

You send them to? Toddler age. 3 yrs-4yrs old
Or do you figure they’ll make friends once they get there even if they don’t know anyone there?

tichellady

Wed, Jun 19 2024, 7:27 am

Ideally I would like them to know someone but it doesn’t always work out that way.

mha3484

Wed, Jun 19 2024, 7:29 am

At that age no. I find kids will play with anyone and really dont care.

amother

Lightgreen

Wed, Jun 19 2024, 8:09 am

That young, no. From about 6 and up, yes.

amother

Yolk

Wed, Jun 19 2024, 8:11 am

If they were in school over the year, I would try to find out where the other moms are sending. They might not need to have a familiar face but it certainly doesn't hurt.

mommyhood

Wed, Jun 19 2024, 8:18 am

I don’t need a group but I try to prioritize having at least one familiar face at that age. Younger not so much but 4 year olds have friends, they ask for play dates and they understand that they’re going to a new place. Knowing someone there makes it a a lot less scary of a transition.