F.A.Q

1. How long does camp last?

Please note that we offer customized programs. Check in and check out times will differ from those above.

2. What is the difference between 5 Day Space Camp with Robotics, 5-Day,  6-Day and 10-Day Space Camp programs?

All of our programs are offered in English and Turkish primarily for ages 9-15. The 5- Day Space Camp with Robotics is a more advanced level of education for ages 12-15. The 2-Day Parent/Child Space Camp is for ages 7-11.

The 6-Day International Summer Camp is similar to the 5- Day Space Camp, but includes more social time such as pool activities,special events night, game night and BBQ party in our recreational park. The 10- Day International Summer Camp is similar to the 6- Day program and includes four extra days of recreational, educational and cultural activities off-site.

3. My child is very bright and attends advanced classes at school. Can my 5^th grader attend
   5-Day Space Camp with Robotics?

Unfortunately not. 5-Day Space Camp with Robotics Program  is for students currently attending classes in grades 6 and up and who are at least 12 years old.

4. Must my child have a certain grade average to attend?

No, Requirements are language proficiency and the desire to learn and have fun.

5. Who will be responsible of my child? What are your requirements for staff members?

Our education staff (Turkish and American) consists of college graduates and undergraduates. Some are education majors in astronomy and physics, while others are pursuing masters and doctorate degrees in various education programs. They must also demonstrate they can work well with children before assuming a staff position.

6. If I would like to attend the 2-Day Parent/Child Space Camp, will my child be with me at night?

If you attend our Parent-Child program and are of the same gender you will be housed in the same dormitory. If you and your child are different genders (male-female) then you and your child will be staying in separate dormitories.

7. Is someone responsible for the campers overnight?

Yes, there is always a responsible counselor on duty overnight as well as a supervisor if there are any problems.

8. My child has dietary restrictions-i.e. vegetarian, vegan, no caffeine allowed, etc. Can the meals be tailored to the child’s dietary restrictions?  

Yes, if your child has any dietary restrictions please write it on the ‘health form’ so we may notify our kitchen staff. We try to accommodate trainees with special dietary requirements. If the requirement exceeds our capabilities, trainees are welcome to bring their own food and/or pay the additional cost of meeting those needs.

9. My child takes medication on a daily basis. Will he/she be able to take it regularly?

Yes, during check in all medicine is given to our staff nurse. The nurse will administer all medicine as prescribed on the package. A medical doctor is available during normal working hours at Space Camp’s eight-bed clinic. An emergency on-call doctor as well as the clinic’s nursing staff and ambulance services are available 24 hours a day.

10. How much money should my child bring to camp?

The amount of money to bring is up to you. All meals are included in the tuition cost after check in and before graduation. We do have a gift shop for the students to buy souvenirs and a snack bar if the students would like to buy chips, candy bars or ice cream.

11. In case of an emergency, how may I contact my child?

You may call +90 232 252 3500. Our 24- hour security guard will answer and notify the supervisor on duty to locate your child.

12. During the program may I take my child out of camp?

No, when your child registers during check-in they become a team member and are expected to participate throughout the program. We want your child to get a true ‘away-from-home’ experience, therefore discouraged your child from leaving our facility unless it is a family emergency.

13. May I visit my child during the program?

We understand you will miss your child while he or she is attending camp. However, we discourage visits while camp is in session so that your child may have a true ‘away-from-home’ experience. We do encourage parents to attend graduation ceremonies and will make special arrangements for visitation in case of family emergencies. During registration, parents must designate who is authorized to visit or pick up the trainee and proper identification is required at time of visit or pick up.

14. What are the discounts?

• 25% discount for children of current and retired Turkish Government Employees who reside in Turkey and who would like to attend the 6-Day International Summer Program. Government employees must be classified as a 657 or 926 employee. The government employee needs to fax or email a copy of his employment identity card to the Reservations Department. Register and pay in full by April 30, 2010.
  
• 25% discount for children of current and retired Turkish Government Employees who reside in Turkey and would like to attend the 5-Day Space Camp or 5-Day Space Camp with Robotics. Government employees must be classified as a 657 or 926 employee. The government employee needs to fax or email a copy of his employment identity card to the Reservations Department. (Register and pay in full by Dec 18, 2009)
  

• 6-Day International Summer Camp. 15% Group Discount, one chaperone free, for group of 15 students who reside in Turkey. Register and pay in full by  April 30, 2010. (Group members can have only 10% Group Discount after the early bird deadline)
• 5-Day Space Camp and 5-Day Space Camp With Robotics. 10% Group Discount, one chaperone free, for group of 15 students who reside in Turkey.
• There are no discounts for our 2-Day Outer Space Adventure Program or 2-Day Parent/Child Program.

15. Is it possible to combine a 10%, 15% or 25% discount with a sibling discount?

No. Applicants may only take advantage of one discount.

16. Who can attend the 6-Day Turkish International Summer Camp?

All applicants who have a good understanding of the written and verbal Turkish language may attend this program.