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Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day)

Ocean Institute · $450/week

Ocean Institute offers marine science-focused day camps in Dana Point, California, providing hands-on learning experiences for children from preschool throug...

▌ Editor's read The Ocean Institute's summer camp website loads successfully, detailing various marine science-themed day camps for different age groups, including the Sea Squirts program for preschoolers. The organization is a non-profit, as stated on their 'About Us' page, dedicated to marine science and maritime history education. While not ACA accredited, the website mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks and drug screenings. Google reviews for the Ocean Institute are very positive, with a 4.7-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, frequently praising the educational value and engaging exhibits. The camp offers half-day and full-day options, with specific themes like 'Ocean Explorers' and 'Marine Mammal Mania.' Social media handles for Instagram (@oceaninstitute) and Facebook (oceaninstitute) are active, showcasing camp activities and educational content.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–6

Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day) 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
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–6
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Address: 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. A 3% registration fee will be applied at checkout. Members with Family level memberships and above will receive a 10% discount.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day)

What ages does Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day) accept?
Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day) 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 Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day) cost?
Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day) publishes $450/week for the standard session. USD. A 3% registration fee will be applied at checkout. Members with Family level memberships and above will receive a 10% discount. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day)'s hours?
Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day) 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 Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day)?
Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day) is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day) provide lunch?
Ocean Institute - Sea Squirts (Half Day) 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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