Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy
Explore space science, rocketry, and astronomy through hands-on projects and simulations at UCLA.
▌ Editor's read The Lavner UCLA: Space Explorers Academy website loads successfully and details various STEM day camps for ages 6-14, including robotics, coding, and game design, held at UCLA. The camp is part of Lavner Camps and Programs, founded by Michael Lavner, which has been operating for 23 years. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. While the specific UCLA location doesn't have a separate Google review profile, Lavner Camps & Programs generally receives positive feedback, with a Google rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews for their main profile, often praising the engaging instructors and diverse program offerings. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Social media handles for the broader organization are @lavnercamps on Instagram and 'lavnercamps' on Facebook. The camp is a for-profit entity.
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Since 200323+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given science/tech program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2003 (23 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Address: UCLA, 330 De Neve Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90024
- Phone: 888-854-2267
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $769-$899/week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy
- What ages does Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy accept?
- Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy cost?
- Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy publishes $834/week for the standard session. $769-$899/week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy's hours?
- Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy 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 Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy?
- Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy is operated by a private business, with 23 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 Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy provide lunch?
- Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy 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 Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy offer extended care?
- Yes — Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy offers extended care (8-9 AM / 3-5:45 PM). 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 Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Lavner Camps UCLA: Space Explorers Academy 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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