It’s not uncommon for children to feel some homesickness at camp. They are in a new environment with new people, however, feeling a bit uncomfortable and missing home is ok. Children can be homesick and still enjoy summer camp. If you are concerned, reach out to the camp director to understand how your child is coping at camp and how bad the homesickness really is. Often times, by the time you receive a letter mentioning homesickness, the moment has passed. Extreme homesickness is rare and if your child is experiencing it, the camp director would reach out to speak about it.
What if my child is homesick while at camp?
