Why Families Choose Compass

  • Curiosity Driven

    At Compass, children's questions lead the day. We follow their wonder into the forest, down to the tide line, up into the trees. We let curiosity shape what they discover, build, and create, while providing a safe, open environment for your child to flourish.

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    Experienced staff

    Every Compass team member is chosen for their warmth, passion and experience supporting children, along with a genuine love of the outdoors. With close 1:4 supervision, first aid certifications, and structured daily routines, every child is safely held throughout the day, seen, supported, and guided with care.

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    Connection to Nature

    Children grow up knowing the names of trees, the rhythm of the tides, and the feeling of moss under bare feet. Children are spending real time outdoors, experiencing nature first-hand and building a lifelong respect for the natural world and a deep sense of belonging in it.

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    Discover Vancouver

    From Camosun Bog to Jericho Beach, Spanish Banks to UBC Farm, Pacific Spirit Park to the Beaty Biodiversity Museum - children explore the real Vancouver, in all its wild, layered, beautiful detail.

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    ESL Support

    All programs are led in English, with a focus on supporting children’s language development through immersive, hands-on experiences. Our staff also include Mandarin-speaking staff who are available to assist with parent communication and to support children who may benefit from occasional Mandarin guidance.

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    Build Community

    Through small-group adventures, team challenges, and collaborative projects, children practise listening, helping, problem-solving, and celebrating each other’s ideas. We create a warm, supportive environment where every child feels included, capable, and connected, building the confidence and friendships that can last far beyond camp!

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    "Compass is one of the best in Vancouver that teaches children from an innovative, hands-on, and professional perspective. Their programs are designed to spark Children’s creativity, interests and problem solving abilities. My children always looking forward to go in for camp!"

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    "My 4-year-old son has been attending since last September—it's been over 8 months now—and we absolutely love it. Each term and every week features a new theme, with creative, hands-on activities that keep him excited and engaged. He always comes home eager to tell me what he learned that day. What’s been especially impressive is how much his vocabulary has grown. He’s learning so much—just through play! It’s pressure-free and full of joy. Nature has truly become his classroom, and it’s incredible to watch him explore forests, streams, and muddy trails with such confidence. The teachers are warm, caring, and professional. You can really feel their passion for early childhood education. My son looks forward to every class—and as a parent, that means everything."

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    "They have great outdoor programs that include Chinese and Indigenous cultural activities. The teachers are very friendly organized and welcoming. I highly recommend this place."

    Compass Parent

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