Little Carpentry & Woodwork Camp
Program Description
The Little Carpentry & Woodwork Camp introduces campers to basic building and design skills through safe, age-appropriate woodworking activities.
Children will be challenged to develop, attempt, and bring their plans to life as they work towards their goal. Through hands-on construction, campers will evolve their spatial awareness, structural understanding, and problem-solving abilities. Imagination and practicality will be put to the test as children explore trial and error in their building journey.
This camp builds confidence, independence, and a beginner friendly foundation in woodwork and craftsmanship.
Sample Day Schedule
| Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Period 1 | Introduction to Wood | Bridge Exploration | Furniture | Tools and Safety | Creative Builds |
| Period 2 | Wooden Block Structures | Popsicle Stick Buildings | Cardboard Furniture | Create a New Tool | What Can We Make? Loose Parts |
| Period 3 | How do Shapes and Balance Affect Wooden Structures? | How Does Design Make Bridges Strong and Stable? | What Makes Furniture Functional and Sturdy? | Why Is Safety Important When Using Tools? | What Design Ideas Worked Best This Week and Why? |
| Period 4 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch |
| Period 5 | Hammers & Pegs | Team Bridge Challenge | Simple Wood Creation | Build and Break | Wooden Obstacle Maze |
| Period 6 | Snack & Hydration Break | Snack & Hydration Break | Snack & Hydration Break | Snack & Hydration Break | Snack & Hydration Break |
| Period 7 | Textures & Patterns | Drawing a Sturdy Structure | Decorate Your Piece | Safety Poster Lab | Collaborative Building Session |
| Period 8 | End of Day Reflection | End of Day Reflection | End of Day Reflection | End of Day Reflection | Weekly Showcase |
Lunch at Camp
A great day starts with a nutritious meal! At Newstead, we prepare fresh meals daily using locally sourced produce. Our state-of-the-art kitchen ensures every meal meets the same high standards that makes Newstead a trusted program for families. This year, we are proud to provide our campers with a lunch and snack program that supports their growth and learning. Our students can enjoy wholesome, nutritious food that fuels their play, exploration, and curiosity.
Best of all, lunch is fully complimentary and included in the camp program, at no additional cost to families.
Fee Information
Multi-weeks Discount:
Refund & Shortening Policy
Deposit Refund
a) Application Not Confirmed — Your deposit is fully refundable if we are unable to confirm your child's application.
b) If You Choose to Cancel:
Shortening of Enrolment
Shortening refers to reducing the number of weeks your child is enrolled (for example, changing from 6 weeks to 4 weeks).
Session Changes and Extensions
Sessions may be moved within Summer 2026 at no additional cost, subject to space availability.
Extending your child's enrolment (e.g., increasing from 2 weeks to 4 weeks) is subject to availability.
Important Conditions
The above refund and shortening policies apply with no exceptions.
Once your child's camp has begun, all camp fees are non-refundable.
Camp fees are charged for a reserved period, not on a daily basis.
Missed days for any reason are not refundable and cannot be made up.
All refund requests must be submitted in writing to the Camp Registrar.
Approved refunds will be processed after September 1, 2026 and issued within 30 days.
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Little Carpentry & Woodwork Camp
August 10 - August 14 • 5 Days
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