Camp · STEM · Ages 8–12 · $150/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 8–12

Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science

Clark Park Cmty Ctr · $150/week

This day camp, hosted by the City of Tempe in partnership with the Arizona Science Center, offers a dinosaur-themed STEM experience for children.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Tempe's ActiveNet registration portal, specifically for 'Dinosauria: Science' summer camp, indicating it is a day camp program. The camp is a partnership with the Arizona Science Center, suggesting a strong educational foundation in STEM. The program is designed for children aged 6-8. While the City of Tempe manages registration, the Arizona Science Center's involvement implies a curriculum developed by science educators. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the City of Tempe's site or the Arizona Science Center's website. Google reviews for the Arizona Science Center are generally positive, with a 4.6-star rating from over 10,000 reviews, often praising its engaging exhibits and educational value. Specific staff ratios or background check policies for this particular camp are not detailed on the registration page.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science 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
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Address: 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe, AZ 85282
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science

What ages does Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science accept?
Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science cost?
Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science publishes $150/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $150 median for stem camps in Tempe. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science's hours?
Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science?
Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science provide lunch?
Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science 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 Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science compare to other stem camps in Tempe?
Summer Camp - AZ Science Center; Dinosauria: Science is one of 11 stem camps in Tempe 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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