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Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Southwest Middle School offers K-6th graders a hands-on STEM program focused on innovation, creativity, and problem-solving.

▌ Editor's read This specific Camp Invention program is hosted at Southwest Middle School. Camp Invention is a national program, and its website states that 'all Camp Invention programs are led by local educators and Invention Project Directors who are committed to providing a safe and inspiring environment for your child.' The website also explicitly mentions that 'all program staff and volunteers undergo a comprehensive background check' (https://www.invent.org/about/safety). The program is designed for grades K-6 and focuses on STEM activities. The cost is listed as $0, which may indicate a sponsored or grant-funded program, or that the cost is handled directly by the school. The program type is day camp.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark 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
Not listed
Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1000 W Beebe Capps Expy, Searcy, AR 72143
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Does Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Southwest Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark 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.

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