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Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6)

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

Galileo at Roosevelt Elementary offers innovation-focused summer programs for young children, emphasizing hands-on...

▌ Editor's read The Galileo Camps website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs, including the Burlingame location. The organization has been operating for 24 years, founded by Glen Tripp in 2002. They are a for-profit entity. The camp emphasizes an 'Innovator's Mindset' through hands-on STEM and art projects. While not ACA accredited, the website states that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in safety protocols. Google reviews for Galileo Camps generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, with many parents praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The program type is day camp, catering to various age groups, with specific programs like 'Artful Animals' and 'Galileo Makers: The Incredible Machine' for younger campers. The camp's social media presence includes active Instagram (@galileocamps) and Facebook (galileocamps) accounts, showcasing camp activities and community engagement.
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Since 200224+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 5–6

Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. stem content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

Facts & Credentials

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

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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: 5–6
  • 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 · $589
  • Session 2 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $589
  • Session 3 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $589
  • Session 4 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $589
  • Session 5 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $589
  • Session 6 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $589
  • Session 7 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $589

↗ 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 5-6)

What ages does Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) accept?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) is open to children ages 5–6. 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 5-6) cost?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) 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 5-6)'s hours?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) 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 5-6)?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) 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 5-6) provide lunch?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) 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 5-6) offer extended care?
Yes — Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) 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 5-6) offer financial aid?
Yes — Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) 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 5-6) compare to other stem camps in Burlingame?
Galileo Camp Roosevelt Elementary - Burlingame (ages 5-6) 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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