Camp · STEM · Ages 6–14 · $170/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 6–14

Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp®

Southeast Regional Library · $170/week

Explore space, rockets, and astronomy through hands-on activities and experiments.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL (https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/gilbertaz/activity/search) directs to the Town of Gilbert's activity registration portal. While 'Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp®' is mentioned in the prompt, the direct link to its specific program details is missing. Searching the Gilbert Parks and Recreation site for 'NASA Astro Camp' or 'Arizona Science Center' would be necessary to find specific program information, dates, and costs. Without a direct link to the camp's dedicated page, details regarding accreditation, staff ratios, background check policies, and years of operation are unavailable. The camp is likely a day camp given its typical structure within municipal recreation programs. The 'owner type' is listed as 'unknown' because while the Arizona Science Center is a non-profit, the camp is being offered through a municipal portal, making the direct ownership/operation structure unclear from the provided URL.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–14

Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right stem fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
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Established
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Operator
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 6–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - Noon
  • Address: 600 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
  • Phone: 602-716-2000
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp®

What ages does Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® accept?
Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® is open to children ages 6–14. 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 Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® cost?
Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® publishes $170/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp®'s hours?
Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® runs 9:00 AM - Noon. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Does Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® provide lunch?
Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® 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.
How does Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® compare to other stem camps in Phoenix?
Arizona Science Center NASA Astro Camp® is one of 5 stem camps in Phoenix that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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