Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 5–14 · $480/week
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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 5–14

Hands-On Science Camp

Exposition Park · $480/week · ★ 4.7 (20098 reviews)

Hands-On Science Camp at the California Science Center offers engaging, week-long day camp experiences for children in grades K-8, focusing on various scient...

▌ Editor's read The California Science Center's Hands-On Science Camp offers day programs for grades K-8, with weekly themes like 'Space Explorers' and 'Ocean Adventures.' The website, californiasciencecenter.org/programs/summer-camp, loads successfully and provides detailed program information, including dates, themes, and pricing ($480 per week). The camp is operated by the California Science Center, a state agency and educational institution, suggesting a university/museum affiliation. While the site does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background checks, it emphasizes hands-on learning within the museum's facilities. The California Science Center has a strong Google review rating of 4.7 stars based on over 30,000 reviews, indicating overall public satisfaction with the institution. Social media handles found are @californiasciencecenter on Instagram and CaliforniaScienceCenter on Facebook. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–14

Hands-On Science Camp 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 science/tech 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
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Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 5–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM (full day)
  • Address: 700 Exposition Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90037
  • Phone: (213) 744-2019
  • Cost notes: $480/week

↗ What parents like

  • Extended care available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Hands-On Science Camp

What ages does Hands-On Science Camp accept?
Hands-On Science Camp is open to children ages 5–14. 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 Hands-On Science Camp cost?
Hands-On Science Camp publishes $480/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Hands-On Science Camp's hours?
Hands-On Science Camp runs 9:00 AM–3:00 PM (full day). If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Hands-On Science Camp?
Hands-On Science Camp is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Hands-On Science Camp provide lunch?
Hands-On Science Camp 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 Hands-On Science Camp offer extended care?
Yes — Hands-On Science Camp offers extended care (8AM–9AM and 3PM–5PM). 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 Hands-On Science Camp compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Hands-On Science Camp 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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