Steve & Kate's Camp - San Jose Willow Glen

Key Highlights

• ✓Wide variety of engaging activities including sewing, media lab (with 3D printer), bounce houses, water day (every Friday), and daily morning kickoff games.
• ✓Highly flexible camp hours from 7:30 am to 6 pm.
• ✓Solid quality lunch included, with an entree chosen by parents and a salad bar for kids.
• ✓Flexible attendance system: purchase days online and use them by simply showing up.
• ✓Exceptional camp leaders, particularly Alex (San Jose), noted for endless energy and knowing kids and parents by name.
• ✓Opportunity for outdoor play (unlike the Palo Alto location mentioned in a comparison).

Standout Features

• ⭐Diverse activities catering to varied interests (creative, active, tech-oriented).
• ⭐Extended and flexible drop-off (7:30 am) and pick-up (6 pm) hours.
• ⭐Included, quality lunch with options and a salad bar.
• ⭐Convenient drop-in attendance policy.
• ⭐Personalized attention from camp leaders who know children and parents by name.
• ⭐Located at a school, providing a secure environment where kids stay in bounds and unauthorized adults are restricted.

Perfect For

Ideal For

🍎Food Policy

• • Lunch and snacks are included in the camp fee.
• • No food items provided by camp contain nuts or nut products. Some products may be labeled 'may contain nuts' if prepared in a facility that handles nuts.
• • Campers and staff are requested to refrain from bringing nuts or shellfish or food containing these allergens to camp.
• • Campers can bring their own ready-to-eat, labeled, nut-free lunch and snacks from home (no refrigeration or heating available on-site). Packed lunches are inspected for allergy compliance. Avoid packing sodas, juices, or sugary treats.
• • For severe/life-threatening food allergies: Families must provide all meals from home (nut/shellfish-free, ready-to-eat). Campers are not permitted to participate in food activities (e.g., Bakery, Pie Day).
• • Option to request separate seating for campers with severe allergies during lunch.
• • For moderate food allergies: Campers can participate in food activities; food from home is not required. Snacks, lunch, and activities are closely monitored to avoid listed allergens.
• • Specific dietary options available: Gluten-free snacks (e.g., Good Pops popsicles), at least one vegetarian meal daily (e.g., cheese pizza), Kosher meal options (can be preselected during Express Check-In).
• • Lunch orders must be placed by 9:45 AM (via Express Check-In).
• • Default lunch is cheese pizza if no selection is made by 9:30 AM.
• • Food is delivered by a non-contact service and served in a spacious outdoor area when possible. Staff are trained in food safety measures (gloves, disposable utensils).

🛡️Safety Policy

• • All staff members are thoroughly background-checked and trained in CPR and first-aid.
• • Camps conduct safety and emergency drills monthly during summer for evacuation, shelter in place, and lock-out scenarios. Notification signs are posted.
• • No swimming activities are offered; on-site water activities are provided if local guidelines allow.
• • All regular camp activities happen on-site at Casa Di Mir; children will not be leaving campus during the day for these activities.
• • Therapists accompanying campers with disabilities/medical reasons are subject to same rules as staff and must act in accordance with laws.

📅Booking Policy

• • Flexible attendance: Purchase Day Passes or a Summer Pass, use them any day without prior notification (exceptions for Boston locations due to licensing restrictions).
• • Registration is confirmed after full payment (credit card or ACH) is received.
• • Enrollment is open, but capacity may vary by location. Parents should check availability online or contact customer support.
• • Single-day enrollment available by purchasing a Day Pass online.
• • Express Check-In (ECI) is required: Available at 6 PM the evening before camp, allows meal selection and generates a QR code for drop-off. ECI can be completed on-site if not done in advance.
• • Day Passes and Summer Passes can be used at any Steve & Kate's Camp location if registered for camp. Different locations within the same state maintain the same paperwork. Switching states requires paperwork updates.
• • If attending camp through Bright Horizons Back-Up Care, you are limited to the location listed on your reservation. Changes require contacting Bright Horizons (877-242-2737).
• • Mentorship Program for ages 14-15 is available at select locations; contact local director for participation.

🚗Parking Information

• • Not specified