2026 Summer Information: Grades 1-6
ALL SUMMER CAMP WEEKS ARE CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE SUBMIT A REGISTRATION FORM IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING PLACED ON A WAITLIST.
WE WILL REACH OUT IF/WHEN SPOTS BECOME AVAILABLE.
Please complete a summer registration form. Once completed, you can email it to anna.cruz@cardiffschools.com or drop off at Cardiff or Ada Harris.
PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD TO YOUR PROCARE ACCOUNT UNDER THE DOCUMENTS TAB, AS WE DO NOT GET NOTIFIED WHEN DOCUMENTS ARE UPLOADED.
Please keep a copy for yourself. It is your responsibility to ensure you selected the correct weeks and did not double book.
If you have never used our services, please email anna.cruz@cardiffschools.com & you will be provided a link to register through Procare.
Link can also be found on the bottom of the registration form. This link is for families who have never used our services before. Please note your summer registration form is not valid & we cannot hold a spot until we have received a procare registration.
If you previously attended,just let us know & we simply reactivate your procare account.
Once your registration form has been submitted, please wait up to 48hrs to receive a confirmation via email, procare message, or you will receive an invoice.
The confirmation will specify if you are confirmed to attend all of your selected weeks & or trips. That is all the confirmation you need. Your invoice is your confirmation.
Please look over our FAQ'S found below to familiarize yourself with other important details you may need.
In the month of May, we will begin sending invoices based on your submitted registration forms. The invoices are detailed to show the theme of the week, dates and total amount due for the week as well as bus trip fees(if selected). If you do not receive an invoice for a week or trip you selected, please let us know as soon as possible. Camps would need to be paid prior to attending. We will also send out a welcome message with instructions on drop off/pick up, basic information and other important details.
Closed Monday June 1st for Inservice.
Tuesday June 2nd: Special Guest: Radical Reptiles 1:15-2:15 in MPR
Wednesday June 3rd: Bus Field Trip: (Optional) Chuck -E-Cheese in Oceanside
Additional $45 Includes: Pizza, Drinks, 2hrs. of unlimited play & prize bag.
Bus Pick Up by 9:30am Bus Return by 1:30pm
Thursday June 4th: Special Event: Water Balloon Drop
Friday June 5th : Dress up Day: Crazy Sock Day
Friday June 5th: Movie: Toy Story(1hr.17min) 3:00-4:30
Friday June 5th: National Donut Day:Bobbing for Donuts
Monday June 8th: Minecraft Monday: students get to use ipads to play Minecraft
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Tuesday June 9th : Special Guest: Bubble Pirate Show 1:15-2:15 on Grass
Wednesday June 10th: Bus Field Trip: (Optional) Lucky Strikes Bowling in San Marcos
Additional $45 Includes: Pizza, french fries, drinks, 1.5hrs. of bowling, $10 arcade card & bowling shoes.
Please send your child with white soled, closed toed shoes to make check in for your child easier.
Thursday June 11th: Special Event: Free Kona Ice Truck @ 12:15.
Friday June 12th: Dress Up Day: Tye Dye
Friday June 12th: Movie: Finding Nemo (1hr.35min) 3:00-4:30
Monday June 15: Minecraft Monday:students get to use ipads to play Minecraft
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Tuesday June 16th: Tiny Tasters learning Spanish-eat quesadillas and churros
Wednesday June 17th: (Optional) Bus Field Trip: Boomer's in Vista
Additional $45 Includes: Pizza, drinks, unlimited rides & attractions
Bus Pick Up 9:30am Bus Return 1:30pm
Thursday June 18th: Special Event: Tiny Tasters learning French-eat crepes
Thursday June 18th : Movie: Ratatouille (1hr.51min) 3:00-4:45
Friday June 19th: Closed for Juneteenth
Monday June 22: Minecraft Monday:students get to use ipads to play Minecraft
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Tuesday June 23rd: Special Guest: Radical Reptiles 1:15-2:15 in MPR
Wednesday, June 24: (Optional) Bus Field Trip: Altitude Trampoline Park
Additional $45 Includes: Pizza, Juice,2hrs. of jump time,& socks.
Bus Pick Up 9:30am Bus Return 1:30pm
Please complete waiver by June 1st
https://waiver.roller.app/AltitudeVista/home?ubid=KdFeiVOrCE6CCSFT2Kq2YQ
Thursday June 25th : Walking Trip to Encinitas Community Park 9:00am-12:00pm
Thursday June 25th: National Strawberry Parfait Day: DIY Strawberry Parfait making
Friday June 26th: Dress Up Day:Sports Wear
Friday June 26th : Movie: Wish (1hr.27min) 3:00-4:30
Monday June 29th: Minecraft Monday: students get to use ipads to play Minecraft.
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Wednesday July 1st: (Optional)Bus Field Trip to Dave & Buster's Carlsbad
Additional $45 Includes: Pizza, sliders, pretzel sticks, chicken bites, fries, fruit, drinks, $20 play card. Extra money or extra cards from home are optional, but not required.
Bus Pick Up 9:30am Bus Return 1:30pm
Thursday, July 2nd: Special Event: Mario Kart Scooter Board Races on blacktop
Thursday, July 2nd: Movie Sonic (1hr.54min) 3:00-5:00
Friday July 3rd: Closed in Observance of 4th of July Holiday
Please Pack a change of clothes for water activities this week.
Monday July 6: Minecraft Monday: students get to use ipads to play Minecraft.
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Tuesday July 7:Special Guest: Foam Party-yes! your child will get covered in real foam! 1:15-2:15;lower field grass
Wednesday July 8th: (Optional) Bus Field Trip: Sky Zone San Marcos
Additional $45 Includes: 90minutes of play, socks,2 slices of pizza & lemonade.
Please complete waiver no later than July 1st.
https://waiver.haveablast.roller.app/SkyZoneSanMarcos/home?ubid=_IoBnOjYs0OV7VaIsS3arA
Thursday July 9th: Special Event: Inflatable Water Slides 1:00-4:30
Thursday July 9th: National Sugar cookie day-decorating sugar cookies
Friday July 10th : Dress Up Day: Beach Wear
Friday July 10th : Movie: Lilo &Stitch Live Action(1hr. 25min) 3:00-4:30
Monday July 13th:Minecraft Monday:students get to use ipad to play Minecraft
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Tuesday July 14th: Special Guest: Bubble Pirate Show 1:15-2:15 on grass
Wednesday July 15th: (Optional) Bus Field Trip: Candeeland in Carlsbad
Additional $45 includes 2 slices of pizza, juice box, 2hrs. of play time, & socks.
Bus Pick Up 9:30am Bus Return: 1:30pm
Wednesday July 15th: National Hot Dog day: Hot dogs for snack
Thursday July 16th : Special Event: Inflatable Jumpers 1:00-4:30
Thursday July 16th : National Personal Chef Day-DIY bread sushi rolls
Friday July 17th: Dress up Day: Crazy Hair
Friday July 17th: Movie: UP (1hr.29min) 3:00-4:30
Monday July 20: Minecraft Monday: Students get to use ipad to play Minecraft
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Tuesday, : Special Guest:
Wednesday July 22nd: (Optional) Bus Field Trip:Regal Cinemas in Carlsbad-Toy Story 5
Additional $45 Includes Popcorn, Welch's Fruit Gummies, & drink.
Bus Pick Up 9:30 am Bus Return 1:30pm
Thursday July 23rd: Special Event: Walking Trip to Encinitas Community Park 9:00-12:00pm
Thursday July 23rd: National Lemon Day: DIY Lemonade
Friday July 24th: Dress Up Day: Crazy Hat Day
Friday July 24th : Movie: Moana (1hr.30min) 3:00-4:30
Monday July 27: Minecraft Monday: Students get to use ipad to play Minecraft
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Tuesday July 28th: Special Guest: Magician Alfonso 1:15-2:15 in MPR
Wednesday July 29th:(Optional) Bus Field Trip: Chuck-E-Cheese
Additional $45 Includes pizza,drinks, 2hrs. of unlimited play, & a prize bag.
Bus Pick up 9:30 Bus Return 1:30
Thursday July 30th : Special Event: Carnival, time TBD
Friday July 31st: Dress Up Day: Super Heroes
Friday, July 31st: Movie: ELIO (1hr.30min) 3:00-4:30
Friday, July 31st: National Avocado Day: DIY Guacamole
Monday August 3: Minecraft Monday
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Tuesday August 4th: Special Guest: Dynamite Dave's Magic Show 1:15-2:15 in MPR
Tuesday August 4th: National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day: Snack time 2:30
Thursday August 6th: Free Kona Ice Truck at 12:15
Friday August 7th: Dress Up Day: Animal Clothing
Friday August 7th: Movie: ZOOTOPIA 2 (1hr.45min) 3:00-4:45
Monday August 10: Minecraft Monday: students get to use ipads to play Minecraft.
GROUP A 3:00-3:35 GROUP B 3:45-4:30
GROUP C 1:00-1:45 GROUP D 1:45-2:30
Tuesday August 11th: Special Guest: Mad Scientist Show 1:15-2:00 in MPR
Tuesday August 11th: National Play in the Sand Day
Tuesday August 11th: Erupting Volcanoes in sand
Wednesday August 12th: Movie(1hr.30min) Bolt 3:00-4:30
Thursday August 13th:CLOSED
Friday August 14th:CLOSED
Where are camps held?
Camps are held at Cardiff School for all students grades K-6.
Kinder Bootcamp is available for Week 10 and 11.
What is the best way to reach staff?
Our Cardiff Cell phone number is (760)637-7553.
Please feel free to call or text us, even if you just want to know how your child is doing.
A staff member always has the phone with them and will provide a faster response vs. a procare message.
When does summer registration begin?
- Summer registration is available to download via PDF form. Registration forms may be turned in directly to: Cardiff/ Ada Harris Extended Day, the schools front office or emailed to anna.cruz@cardiffschools.com
- Please keep a copy for yourself if you need to reference it. We have had a lot of families double book for different camps &/or forget what they signed up for. You can always reference your invoice to be sure you are reserved for the correct week(s).
- Receiving an invoice for summer, is your confirmation for summer!
When do I need to register my child by?
- Summer Registration deadline is April 30th, available space is limited so it’s always better to enroll sooner. Space is not guaranteed.
Where will the Camp be held?
- Our Camp will be held at Cardiff Elementary for grades 1-6. Incoming 1st Graders- Incoming 6th graders. Student drop-off will take place through the side gate on Mozart Avenue.
- Parents/Guardians will need the ProCare app in order to check their students in and out using the QR code on Rm. 10.
- Gate Code is sent via a Procare message.
What are the hours of operation for the summer program?
- The hours of operation for camps is 7:30am-5:30pm, Monday through Friday. Drop-off is any time at or after 7:30am and pick-up is any time at or before 5:30pm.A $15 late fee (per child) will be applied to you account for all pick-ups past 5:30. The Gate is programed to open by 7:30am & lock by 5:30pm. Early arrivals & or late pick ups will result in a $15 charge.
Do I need to do anything at drop off or pick up?
You must walk your child in & sign them IN using our provided QR Code(Found on the window of ROOM 9 & 10). For emergency purposes & the safety of all students in the program, you must SIGN your child out using the provided QR code.
What is someone else is picking up my child?
- If someone other than you is picking up, we automatically check ID’S and verify with your child's Procare profile to ensure that they are authorized to pick up. You only need to notify us if this person is not on your account or it is just a one time pick up.
Can I select which days I’d like to attend or do I have to register for the whole week?
- In order to keep our groups stable, we’re only accepting Monday – Friday Weekly schedules. While your child isn’t required to attend every day, their tuition will reflect that of a weekly schedule, as rates are determined by schedule and not actual-attendance.We do not Prorate for unsused days. If your child will not be attending a specific day or will be arriving later in the day, you do not have to inform us. Weeks are reserved/paid for whether your child attends 1 or all 5 days.
Can I add weeks I’d like my child to attend or can I cancel weeks I don’t need?
- We may be at capacity on certain weeks so if you’d like to add additional weeks, please email our program director to inquire about additional space.
- Cancellations for JUST camp:1 FULL week in advance. Cancellations for Camp with a reserved bus trip: 2 FULL weeks in advance. Our Camps begin on Mondays, so we would need to know by no later than Monday of the week prior. *DROP IN'S ARE NOT ALLOWED/AVAILABLE* If you need to make any changes to your summer registration forms, please make sure to do that as soon as possible by emailing the director.
What is the cost of the Camp?
- Summer Weekly Fees: $220/Week for all 5 days. We only prorate for weeks with closures (4 days=$180)
Is there a Registration Fee?
- The Summer Registration fee is a one time fee of $25 per family, not per student.
When do I need to make a payment?
- Students are all set to attend as long as their balance for the camp/week has been paid in full prior to attendance.
- Cancelations must be made 1 week in advance in order to receive a refund. 2 weeks in advance are required if your child is signed up for a field trip.
- Days not attended will not be prorated.
- The camp week & bus trip must be paid in full in order for your child to attend.
What does my child need to bring with them?
- Students should bring a water bottle, a lunch, extra snacks, a spare change of clothes (especially for younger students) and any special sunscreen. We will have generic sunscreen available, but for students with sensitive skin or special brand preferences, we ask that you bring your own sunscreen & notify our staff. The cafeteria will also be closed during the summer, so any students sent without a lunch will either need to have a lunch brought to them or be picked up. We do not heat or refrigerate lunches, so please pack accordingly. We will serve a small snack around 2:30pm and 5:00pm but if your child has allergies, it is always better to pack extra snacks in case they cannot eat what we are serving.
Will there be field trips?
- Yes, all field trips will be listed on your summer registration form. Incoming Kinders are not allowed on ANY trips during Kinder Boot Camp weeks. We will walk to local parks (Encinitas Community Park & Glenn Park) at no cost. Bus trips will have an additional cost of $45. Walking trips require permission located at the bottom of the Registration Form; grades 1-6 only. Please be sure to notify staff in advance of any allergy, custody or other restrictions of which they must be aware.
Can any student attend the walking/field trips?
- All students entering grades 1-6 can attend walking trips. Incoming Kindergarteners will not be permitted on walking or bus field trips; however, we will provide alternate activities for their enjoyment during the Kinder Boot Camp.
Does my child have to sign up/attend the field trips?
- Field trips are all optional. We ask students the day of our walking trips if they would like to attend. They have the option of going or staying with other students/staff. Bus trips are all based on reservations & must be paid the week prior to attending.
What does a typical day consist of?
Activities range anywhere from Art, STEM, Indoor group activities, Outdoor group games, & our playroom. *Schedule subject to change based on several factors such as bus/walking trips, special guests, ect. Students are separated into 5 groups based on age. Grades 1st-6th, have snack, lunch & play at the lower lunch tables, then play on the lower playground. You do not need to have your child here at a specific time; please just look at our calendar so you don't miss any of the fun.
Our schedule most days:
7:30-8:45 Inside/Outside/Free Time
8:45-9:00 Snack/Warm up/announcements
9:00-9:45 Activity #1
9:45-10:30 Activity #2
10:30-11:15 Activity #3
11:15-12:00 Activity #4
12:00-1:00 Lunch/Outside Play
1:00-1:45 Activity #6
1:45-2:30 Activity #7
2:30-3:00 Extended Day provided snack
3:00-3:45 Activity #9
3:45-4:30 Activity #10
4:30-5:00 Extended Day provided snack
5:00-5:30 Outdoor Play
We will have a printed summer schedule located by Room 10 with our top activities, trips,& more. Feel free to take a picture so you can reference if needed.
Special events, trips and guests will be updated as they are scheduled.
Thank you!