Russia introduces new guidelines to help parents pick safe summer camps

Russia’s Ministry of Education has issued new guidelines to help parents choose safe summer camps for their children. The advice comes as concerns grow over unreliable camp offers and voucher purchases. Official resources and hotlines are now available to assist families in making informed decisions. The guidelines were developed by the Progress Center for Children’s Comprehensive Development and the All-Russian Parent Committee. They urge parents to start by checking the official registry of children’s recreation and health organisations on the portal detskiyotdykh.rf. This step ensures the camp is properly registered and monitored.

After verifying a camp’s legitimacy, parents should visit its website to review all details, including feedback from previous attendees and their families. The ministry also provides contact numbers for regional authorities overseeing children’s recreation, along with links to local camp registries. For additional support, a free federal hotline has been set up at 8 (800) 250-28-90. Parents can also reach out to regional hotlines or contact the camp directly for clarification. The ministry stresses that all decisions should be based on official information from its website or regional education authorities. The full set of guidelines is available on the ministry’s official platform.

The new measures aim to reduce risks when selecting children’s camps. Parents can now cross-check offers, access verified registries, and seek help through dedicated hotlines. The ministry’s resources provide a clear process for ensuring a safe and reliable summer experience.