Questions? We’ve got answers
Please contact the Admission Office at (805) 640-2584 ex. 1259 or by email at summer@ovs.org with any questions. Detailed information, including the pack list and how to prepare for camp, are provided in the 2024 Summer Camp Handbook and 2024 Summer Junior Camp Handbook.
Q: What is the daily schedule for camp?
A: The daily schedule varies slightly for Day and Resident campers. See details below.
Day Camp Schedule
Time | Activity |
8:00 a.m. | Camp Opens |
8:30 a.m. | Morning Programs Begin for All Campers |
10:00 a.m. | Snack Break |
10:20 a.m. | All Morning Programs Continue |
11:30 a.m. - 12:35 p.m. | Lunch and Recess |
12:40 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Afternoon Activities |
3:35 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. | All-Camp Assembly |
4:30 p.m. | Pick-up for Day Campers. Activities and Dinner Continue for Residents after 4:30 p.m. |
Resident Camp Schedule
Time | Activity |
7:00 a.m. | Wake Up and Daily Prep |
7:30 a.m. | Breakfast |
8:00 a.m. | Camp Opens |
8:30 a.m. | Morning Programs Begin for All Campers |
10:00 a.m. | Snack Break |
10:20 a.m. | All Morning Programs Continue |
11:30 a.m. - 12:35 p.m. | Lunch and Recess |
12:40 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Afternoon Activities |
3:35 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. | All-Camp Assembly |
4:30 p.m. | Pick-up for Day Campers and Dorm Time for Resident Campers |
5:30 p.m. | Dinner |
6:30 p.m. | Evening Activities |
8:30 p.m. | Prep for Bed |
9:00 p.m. | Lights Out |
Q: What are the rules and policies for Summer Camp?
A: The 2024 Summer Camp Handbook outlines the rules and policies for camp. It also contains more detailed information for resident campers about what to bring, and what to leave home, as well as the dress code, camp rules and expectations, and more. We also have 2024 Summer Junior Camp Handbook for our youngest campers that outlines expectations and what to bring.
Q: Is the pool open during Summer Camp?
A: Yes! Campers will have the opportunity to swim at our pool on campus.
Q: Are there special camp days?
A: You betcha! We plan to enjoy fun spirit days like Pajama Day, Crazy Hair Day, and more. Check out the Summer Camp calendars for sessions one and two:
Summer Camp Calendar 2024 (Session One)
Summer Camp Calendar 2024 (Session Two)
Q: Do you offer daily bus service for day campers?
A: Yes, OVS provides twice daily bus service from Ventura to Ojai for summer campers. Download the Day Bus Schedule or contact the Admission Office for more information.
Q: Do you offer transportation from LAX for resident campers?
A: Yes, OVS provides transportation from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Contact the Admission Office for more information or view the LAX Transportation form.
Q: What activities are offered in summer camp?
A: Campers choose from a wide range of morning camp programs followed by afternoon activities. Activities typically offered in summer camp are listed below:
Archery | Arts & Crafts | Sports | Swimming |
Photography | Ping Pong | Cooking | Dance |
Woodshop | Games | Ga-Ga | ... and more! |
Q: Do you offer any programs for younger children?
A: Yes! Our Junior Camp offers a balance of creative, enriching and educational experiences for young children ages 3-5. Our flexible schedule allows campers to enroll for the full six weeks, or to select one of two three-week sessions.
Q: Is OVS Summer Camp accredited?
A: Ojai Valley School is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS), the Western Association of Independent Camps (WAIC), and the American Camp Association (ACA). Learn more about how ACA-accredited camps meet highest standards for excellence on the ACA website.