Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot
Camp Galileo offers innovation-focused summer day camps for pre-K through 10th graders, emphasizing hands-on...
▌ Editor's read The Camp Galileo website loads successfully and presents itself as a professional summer camp organization. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Founded by Glen Tripp, Camp Galileo has been operating for 24 years, indicating a long-standing presence in the summer camp industry. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in safety protocols. Camp Galileo offers day camp programs for children from pre-K to 10th grade, focusing on innovation, art, and science. Google reviews for 'Camp Galileo' generally show a high rating, often around 4.5 stars or higher across hundreds of reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The camp is a for-profit entity, offering various locations across California and other states.
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Since 200224+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 11–14
Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. science/tech 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
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 11–14
- Hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Address: 11955 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
- Phone: (213) 715-3164
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Early bird discount available.
↗ What parents like
- STEAM-focused projects
- Hands-on learning
↘ Watch for
- No lunch provided
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot
- What ages does Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot accept?
- Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot is open to children ages 11–14. 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 Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot cost?
- Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot publishes $520/week for the standard session. Early bird discount available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot's hours?
- Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot 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 Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot?
- Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot 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 Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot provide lunch?
- Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot 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 Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot offer extended care?
- Yes — Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot offers extended care (AM 8-9 ($45/wk), PM 3-6 ($90/wk)). 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.
- How does Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Camp Galileo BW — Remote-Control Robot is one of 525 science/tech camps in Los Angeles 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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