Camp · STEM · Ages 11–13 · $509/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 11–13

Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13)

Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame · $509/week · ★ 5.0 (3 reviews)

Galileo at Roosevelt Elementary offers innovative day camp programs for children aged 11-13, focusing on hands-on...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, showcasing Galileo Camps' offerings at Roosevelt Elementary in Burlingame. The camp is a day program, catering to children aged 11-13, with a focus on STEM and art. The 'About Us' section indicates that Galileo Camps was founded by Glen Tripp and has been operating for 24 years, starting in 2002. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, including fingerprinting and criminal background checks. While the specific Burlingame location doesn't have individual Google reviews, the broader 'Galileo Camps' entity has a 4.6-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles include @galileocamps on Instagram and 'galileocamps' on Facebook.
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Since 200224+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 11–13

Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. stem programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2002 (24 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Money & Policies

Financial aid
Available · Need-based, Sliding-scale Apply →

Sliding scale scholarships are available. Applications open December 1st, 2025.

FSA eligible
Not FSA eligible
Session lengths
4-day · 5-day (full week)
What campers take home
Campers build creative confidence by turning their ideas into individual, polished STEAM projects to take home every week.

Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 11–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1151 Vancouver Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010, USA
  • Phone: (650) 437-1983
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Price varies by week, from $359 to $679.

Runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 7 sessions (7 one-week), from Jun 22 to Aug 7.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $612
  • Session 2 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $612
  • Session 3 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $612
  • Session 4 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $612
  • Session 5 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $612
  • Session 6 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $612
  • Session 7 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $612

↗ What parents like

  • STEAM-focused projects
  • Outdoor activities
  • Extended care available

↘ Watch for

  • Price varies by week
  • No lunch provided

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13)

What ages does Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) accept?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) is open to children ages 11–13. 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 Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) cost?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) publishes $509/week for the standard session. That sits 11% below the $569 median for stem camps in Burlingame, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. Price varies by week, from $359 to $679. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13)'s hours?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) 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.
Who runs Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13)?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) is operated by a private business, with 24 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 Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) provide lunch?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) 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.
Does Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) offer extended care?
Yes — Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
Does Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) offer financial aid?
Yes — Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
How does Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) compare to other stem camps in Burlingame?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 11-13) is one of 5 stem camps in Burlingame 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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