For working parents of school-aged children, summer break means seeking out alternative child care options. To alleviate this stress point on its employees, AT&T headquarters in Dallas decided to open a summer camp on campus.
Matt Phillips, AT&T’s AVP of benefits, knew summer care was a concern following feedback from employee focus groups last year. He loved the idea of an on-site option, and decided to partner with Steve and Kate’s Camp, owned by care provider Bright Horizons, for a 10-week pilot program, running from June to August, for children aged 4-12. The camp was set up in an available space a stone’s throw from employee offices. The response from parents has been extremely positive, but Phillips immediately sought their input to adjust any pain points.
