ROMKids Junior: Tiny Tots

Group Instructors
Each group is led by a dedicated instructor who holds a degree or diploma in a museum and/or education-related field such as teaching, arts, museum studies, archaeology, or environmental sciences, and has proven experience working with children.

Instructors are responsible for:
• Researching and developing daily lessons based on the group’s theme
• Leading engaging activities in galleries, art studios, and outdoor spaces
• Supporting campers’ creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and overall growth
• Modeling inclusive, respectful behaviour

 

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and is limited to the space capacity. Full payment is required at the time of registration. To pair your child with a friend, please indicate the other child’s name on the registration form. 

Note: To enroll in an age group, the child must be the appropriate age by the end of the calendar year. For example, if your child turns 2 by December 31, 2026, they can join.

If you are interested in bringing an additional adult/caregiver to the class, please call the Programs Department at 416.586.5797 for more information. 

Registrations will not be processed if they are incomplete.

ROM reserves the right to make changes to programs and policies at any time.

Cancellations must be received in writing no less than two weeks prior to the program start date for a refund of 80%. Please email your cancellation notice to programs@rom.on.ca

Any requests for cancellations received after the two-week period will be processed only if accompanied by a medical certificate and received prior to the end of the first week of the program period. 

In the case of insufficient registrations for any program, we reserve the right to cancel the program, and a full refund will be forthcoming with the option to transfer to another available program.

No refunds will be issued for days when a camper is absent, and missed days cannot be made up.

Confirmations will be sent by e-mail only. If you do not receive an email confirmation, please email programs@rom.on.ca

At ROM, we want all kids to enjoy our camps, and we recognize that costs can be a barrier for some families. Thanks to the generosity of donors, we are excited to offer subsidies for families who may need assistance.

Due to the high number of applications we receive, we regret that we are not able to fulfill all requests. However, we track the financial needs identified in all subsidy applications and use this information to help us plan budgeting and fundraising priorities for our camps.

Download the attached form and submit to ROMKids Studio, studio@rom.on.ca.  

Please Note: Subsidy applications must be received no later than 2-weeks prior to the program start date to be considered. 
 

Entrance: Use the President's Choice School Entrance at the south side of the museum. Go down the small set of stairs at the end of the Museum, located opposite the Museum subway exit, and through the first set of glass doors on the right. We will greet you inside the doors.

Drop-Off and Pick Up: Parking is not available at the Museum.  Please refer to the Location and Parking webpage at rom.ca for more information. You may drop off and pick up your children briefly at the school bus loading zone on Queen's Park on the east side of ROM. Parking in this area and/or blocking the bus stop are considered parking violations and may be ticketed. The Museum assumes no responsibility for such violations nor can we assist you with parking tickets.

The TTC bus and subway routes also stop at our door. Call 416.393.INFO for details.
The closest station to ROM, is Museum station. Follow signage in Museum station for ROM. The station exits right outside the Museum, by the staircase leading to the President's Choice School Entrance where drop off and pickup occurs. If you need the use of an elevator, go to St. George station instead and leave via the Bedford Rd exit.

For morning sessions arrival is from 9:00 am - 9:30 am.  For afternoon sessions arrival is from 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm.

Use the President's Choice School Entrance at the south side of the museum. Go down the small set of stairs at the end of the Museum, located opposite the Museum subway exit, and through the first set of glass doors on the right.  An accessible ramp is also available at this entrance for strollers. 

Once inside, head to the ROMKids Studio at the end of the hall to park your stroller and wait for the program to begin.   

If it is your first time attending the program, we suggest arriving earlier to allow your child time to acclimate to the environment and our staff.
 

• Caregivers are responsible for supervising their child at all times of the program (in-gallery, transitions, during snack, circle time).
• Please stay with your child and support them as they explore, participate, and interact with peers 
• If you must step away, please ensure staff are notified.

• Children will be participating in art projects and science experiments that may get messy. While smocks are available, children should not come to the program in clothes that absolutely can’t get dirty! 
• Please ensure your child always comes to the program with appropriate seasonal attire in the event we go outdoors. During rainy or snowy weather, we ask families to bring a change of shoes. 

• Understand that toddlers are learning and developing skills at individual paces. Patience is appreciated.
• Participants should use indoor voices and keep hands and feet to themselves so everyone can focus and enjoy the program. If voices get too loud or energies are too high, caregivers are encouraged to take their children for a breather and rejoin once calmed.
• We ask that caregivers avoid directing or disciplining other children. If a concern arises, please speak with a staff member.
• We kindly ask that phone use be kept to a minimum during the program.
• Treat all children, caregivers, and staff with courtesy and respect.
• Use appropriate language and behaviour at all times. 
• For child safety and comfort, caregivers are not permitted to physically intervene with any child other than their own. If a concern arises, please notify a staff member. 
• Discrimination, harassment, or aggressive behaviour (verbal or physical) will not be tolerated. If behaviour is deemed greatly unsafe to staff, peers, and/or the Museum, participants will be removed from the program and reparations made to property and/or police involved if necessary.

• For the wellbeing of all participants, please do not attend if you or your child is unwell. Please contact us at studio@rom.on.ca or 416.586.8043 if your child will be absent.
• Inform staff of any allergies, medical needs, or support requirements for children or caregivers.
• ROMKids is Nut Aware—please do not include food containing nuts or nut byproducts in your child’s lunch/snack.

You must hold a valid ROM Family Membership at the time of registration to take advantage of the Members' exclusive sign-up period and members' discount. 

ROMKids Camp Office:
studio@rom.on.ca
416.586.8043

ROMKids Camp Registration Office:
programs@rom.on.ca
416.586.5797