1. Is Camp Excel the right program for my child?
2. What is the enrollment process?
3. Can my child attend the Camp Excel Program for just one or two weeks?
4. How is transportation arranged?
5. What is the tuition for the Camp Excel Program?
6. Are there any funding options available to assist with the tuition for the Camp
Excel program such as health insurance?
7. What should I know about meals for Campers?
8. Are there special clothing considerations at Camp Excel?
9. What is your medication policy?
10. What should I know about weekly field trips?
11. What if my child's birthday falls during the time they are at Camp Excel?
12. How do I get to Camp Excel?
A: Children attending Camp Excel typically have social skills challenges, are high functioning do not have significant behavioral issues,
and would benefit from a very structured and supportive environment.
A large number of our campers are diagnosed with ADHD. Others
include Aspergers Disorder, Tourettes Disorder, Obsessive/Compulsive
Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Central Auditory Processing Disorder
and others with mild learning disabilities.
We have found that the program is not appropriate for children with significant cognitive delays, significant oppositonal/ defiant behavior or a history of aggression.
All prospective
campers are interviewed by the Camp Director to determine if
the child will benefit from the Camp Excel program.
A: To apply, parents should first contact the
Director, Kathleen Cable by phone
(732-281-0275).
From information provided by parents it can be determined if
the child might benefit from the program. Next, an appointment
will be made with Ms. Cable to meet with the child and the parents.
If it is agreed that this is an appropriate placement and that
the program will meet the child’s needs, the child will
be enrolled. A non-refundable deposit of $600 along with a signed Agreement (from the Enrollment Packet) will hold a place
for the child. If your school district or other funding source will be making payment
we must have a commitment letter before a place will be held.
When the deposit or commitment letter is received, the enrollment packet can be downloaded by clicking here.
Note: Enrollment Packet should be completed ONLY after an interview with the Director and the deposit has been made.
A: Camp Excel is a therapeutic program in nature and it is our experience that many of our campers often need a week or two simply to adjust to the transition. Some children are just beginning to make connections with peers after one or two weeks. They need the additional time to develop those relationships and practice the social skills they have learned at the program. We feel that the full six weeks ensures the optimal benefit from the program and therefore do not offer individual weeks.
A: Transportation is provided from centralized pick-up points.
The fee for transportation is included in the tuition. Pick-up
points are determined by analyzing where families are coming
from and finding a location that is convenient for all. We make
every effort to accommodate our families’ transportation
needs. Children are transported in 15 passenger vans, 7 passenger
vans or automobiles. All drivers have a Commercial Driver's
License and undergo fingerprinting and background checks. In
addition to the driver, each vehicle has at least one aide.
Both drivers and aides are Camp Counselors.
A: The Tuition for the Camp Excel program is $4,800.00 for the six week program. This cost includes transportation from central pick-up points, a weekly Parent Group with free child care provided during the group for camper and siblings, Sibling Groups, breakfast, and afternoon snacks and all off-site trips.
A: It has been our experience that health insurance does not cover this tuition. There may be some other limited funding options available depending on the child and the family's particular circumstances. Please call for more information (732-281-0275)
A: Camp Excel provides campers with breakfast and an
afternoon snack. Campers can bring lunch (no glass bottles,
please). Lunches will not be refrigerated, and microwaves
are not available. Campers also have the option to purchase lunch Monday - Thursday (Friday is trip day).
A: Sneakers should be worn everyday.
Children should wear or bring a bathing suit everyday, along
with a towel, sunscreen and flip flops (optional).
Children are asked to leave a sweatshirt at Camp Excel for use as needed.
All clothing should be clearly marked with child’s name.
A: Camp Excel has a full-time registered nurse
on staff. The nurse is available
to administer medications and attend to any other medical needs
of the children. Medication must be delivered to camp by the
parent/guardian, and must
be in the original prescription container. We also require a
doctor's order to
administer medication.
A: Field trips are on Fridays. The cost
of these trips is included in the price
of tuition, and campers should not bring money with them. Additional
information about each location will be provided prior to each
trip.
A: If your child will be celebrating a birthday you are welcome to provide a birthday treat for the child's group.
A: Camp Excel (Bergen County) is located on the campus of St. Paul Interparochial School , 187 Wyckoff Ave , Ramsey , NJ (no religious affiliation).
FROM SOUTH NJ:
Parkway North take Exit 163 & Merge onto Rt. 17N. (on the left toward Mahwah) Take the Lake St. ramp. (toward Ramsey) Make a Right onto Lake St. Make slight Right onto E. Crescent Ave./CR-2/CR-81. Continue to follow CR-2. Stay STRAIGHT and follow W. Main St ./CR-87. Continue to follow CR-87. END at 187 Wyckoff Ave. Ramsey NJ, 07446.
From Westchester, Rockland & North:
New York State Thruway to exit 15, follow signs for Rt. 17 New Jersey, take Rt. 17 South approx. 2 miles to North Central Avenue/ Ramsey. Proceed approx 1 mile South to traffic light, turn right on Main Street, take left fork- Wyckoff Avenue-school on right.
From NJ Turnpike South:
New Jersey Turnpike to Rt. 80 West (local) to Rt. 17 North. Or from Rt. 80 East, exit as Garden State Parkway North to exit 163 (Rt. 17 North) Approx 11 miles to Ramsey/Lake Street Exit, bear right at Lake Street, go over Rt. 17 overpass, stay straight on Lake Street, which will turn to Main Street, go over Railroad Tracks, bear left- this will be Wyckoff Avenue-school on right.
From Rt. 208:
Exit at Russell Avenue, towards Wyckoff Business District, left onto Wyckoff Avenue thru Wyckoff, road forks (Traffic Light) stay left, proceed approx. 3 miles on Wyckoff Avenue to Ramsey- school on left.
732.281.0275 E-mail: info@CampExcel.com
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