Dear Parents & Guardians,
The following information is provided to help make the start of the Summer Camp as smooth as possible and give you an overview of what to expect. Should you have any questions please contact us on 2711 1280 or language@esfexplore.org.hk.
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Summer Camp Dates
Summer Camp will run from Monday 3 July to Friday 25 August 2023.
Day One (for kindergarten, primary and secondary aged learners)
- When you arrive at the school, you should expect to see ESF signage which will provide directions on where you should line up to meet your child’s teacher. You will see an assistant there who will show you where to line up.
- Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes before the start of the lesson. For Tung Chung Kindergarten and Wu Kai Sha Kindergarten, as well as ESF Language & Learning Centre, Wan Chai and Tsing Yi Kindergarten, please arrive 5 minutes before the start of the lesson. Parents and caregivers are responsible for looking after their child until the class commences. If you are late, you will have to find your own way to the classroom. There will be signage directing you.
- For health and safety reasons, all adults must leave the school grounds once the classes commence. We will then welcome you back to school 5 minutes before the end of the lesson.
- If you would like your child to travel home on their own, we require you to complete a travel permission form. Please ask your Teacher-in-Charge for this.
- We ask parents to provide a small snack and water, and also to ensure that their child has adequate sun and mosquito protection. For kindergarten students, please pack a spare change of clothing in their bags.
Teacher-in-Charge
Every school has a Teacher-in-Charge who is there to ensure that your child has an enjoyable experience. If you have any questions regarding the content of the winter programme or anything else, please do ask to speak to your Teacher-in-Charge. Because they also teach their own classes, should you wish to discuss anything, we suggest you speak to them after your child’s class has ended when they will be able to devote more time to you.
Weather Policy
Please note the following:
Morning Camp – Classes cancelled if the red/black rainstorm/Typhoon 8 or 10 warning is still hoisted at 7:00 am. If the warning is lowered or downgraded before 7:00 am, then classes will go ahead.
In the case of T3, if the signal is still hoisted at 7:00 am, classes at Wu Kai Sha Kindergarten, Tsing Yi Kindergarten and Tung Chung Kindergarten and kindergarten classes at ESF Language & Learning Centre are cancelled. If the signal is lowered to T1 before this time, the session will proceed as usual.
Afternoon Camp – Classes cancelled if the red/black rainstorm / Typhoon 8 or 10 warning is still hoisted at 11:00 a.m. If the warning is lowered or downgraded before 11:00 a.m., then classes will go ahead.
In the case of T3, if the signal is still hoisted 2 hours before the lesson start time kindergarten classes at ESF Language & Learning Centre are cancelled. If the signal is lowered to T1 before this time, the session will proceed as usual.
Click here to view for a detailed weather policy.
We have these timings in place to ensure the safety of our students and also to ensure our staff can safely travel to and from our schools. If you are unsure if a class will be cancelled due to weather, please check our website which we will update regularly.
Should you require any assistance throughout the programme, please contact our office (Tel: 2711 1280 or 2838 2276 for programmes at Wan Chai Learning Centre).
Bus Service
Please also note the following bus guidelines:
- Please ensure that your child is at the bus stop 5 minutes prior to the arrival of the bus. Drivers cannot wait for children to arrive at their bus stop and will depart promptly. In such case, no refund or credit will be issued.
- Please note that on the first day of class, the bus may be a little bit late picking up or dropping off.
- Please inform our office if you or your caregiver will be accompanying your child on the bus prior to the start of the programme. You will be charged for the additional seat. Any person not on our bus list will not be permitted to board for security reasons.
- Remember that you are responsible for your child’s safety prior to boarding the bus and following drop off at a designated stop.
- Do not stop, delay or board the bus when the bus driver is transporting students to and from school.
- Impress upon your child the need for good safety practices, including the use of the seat belt at all times when in the vehicle, and to remain in the seat that is assigned to them.
- Please ensure your child is aware of what programme(s) they are attending.
- Notify our office if there are any reasons why your child will not take the bus on a particular day as soon as possible (2711 1280).
- Be aware of the procedures followed in cases of inclement weather (below) and to make the appropriate arrangements for supervision, should your child be brought home earlier than normal.
- On the day of travel, if you have any questions regarding the bus services, please contact Kwoon Chung Motors Co., Ltd. 2979 8798 or email: sisland@kcm.com.hk
ESF Explore Team
