Stroud District Council

Kapers - Guidelines

Please take the time to read the following information before allowing your children into the playscheme and completing your Kapers Registration Form. The registration form is available from the Enrolment page.

Children in the Kapers playscheme having fun on the tennis courts

Behaviour

Children will be encouraged to show respect for staff, one another and their belongings, the building and it's equipment. High standards of personal behaviour and responsibility are expected from everyone who attends the Kapers playscheme.

Arrival, Registration And Departure

At the start of the day staff will be on hand to meet, greet and register children into the play scheme. Bookings are on a first come first served basis. We advise you book in advance but any remaining spaces can be made on the day if places are available.

Children must be signed in and out of the camp. If you wish to collect your child early from the play scheme you must still sign them out. Children will not be released from the camp to any one other that the named parent or guardian unless there is written consent.

Clothing

Activities range from relaxed arts and crafts or board-games to highly active games such as sport games and activities. We ask that you take this into consideration and ensure that your children wear suitable comfortable clothing that is loose enough for them to move around in. Footwear is equally important and we discourage children from wearing sandals or slip-on shoes that may come off during physical activities. Footwear should also be suitable for outdoor games.

Valuables

Please ensure that all clothing is clearly labelled with your child's name. To avoid items being mislaid please ensure that no toys, games or valuables are brought to the centre. We have an abundance of equipment and ideas to occupy even the most energetic of children.

Sickness

There may be time when a child attending the playscheme feels unwell. If this happens the playscheme coordinator will try to contact you by telephone. Should we be unable to contact you we will try to call the emergency number you have supplied. If a child develops diarrhoea and vomiting he / she must be clear of all symptoms for 48 hours before re-admission to the Kapers playscheme.

Medication

If your child has a medical condition that requires medication to be taken during the session, please discuss this with the centre staff at the time of your arrival. All medical details should also be completed in full on the registration form. Inhalers should be clearly labelled with the child's name.

Outdoor Play

When the weather permits activities take place outdoors and the designated areas are checked for safety beforehand. As the temperature cannot be guaranteed we ask that you ensure that your child has a jumper or jacket to wear. Please also ensure your child has sun cream, a hat or a cap if the weather is warm.