EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors
EUReKA! Science Camp offers hands-on STEM activities for juniors (ages 6-8) at Thompson Rivers University, focusing on engaging and educational experiences.
▌ Editor's read The EUReKA! Science Camp is a university-affiliated program run by Thompson Rivers University, with over 30 years of operation as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp offers a low staff-to-camper ratio of 1:8 for the Juniors program, as specified under the 'Safety' section. They explicitly state that all staff undergo criminal record checks and are first aid certified, indicating a commitment to safety. The program is a day camp, with specific hours listed for drop-off and pick-up. Social media presence includes active Instagram and Facebook accounts under 'eurekasciencecamp'.
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Since 199630+ years operating
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University programRun by an academic institution
Who thrives here Ages 7–8
EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given stem program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1996 (30 years)
- Operator
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 7–8
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8, Canada
- Phone: (250) 371-5534
- Cost notes: $255/week. $10 sibling discount. Short weeks are $205.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors
- What ages does EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors accept?
- EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors is open to children ages 7–8. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors cost?
- EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors publishes $255/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors's hours?
- EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors?
- EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors is operated by a university program, with 30 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors provide lunch?
- EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare EUReKA! Science Camp - Juniors with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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