iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University
iD Tech offers STEM-focused summer camps and academies at university campuses nationwide, providing hands-on...
▌ Editor's read The iD Tech website loads successfully and presents a professional interface for STEM summer camps. While the specific 'Coding 101 at Stanford University' program is part of their broader offerings, the main iD Tech brand is well-established. The company states it has been operating for 25 years, founded by Pete Ingram-Cauchi. They explicitly mention a 1:8 staff-to-student ratio and that all staff undergo background checks, which are positive indicators for safety and individualized attention. iD Tech offers both day and overnight programs, with the Stanford program appearing to be a day camp option. Google reviews for 'iD Tech' generally show a rating of around 4.5 stars from thousands of reviews, with parents often praising the engaging curriculum and knowledgeable instructors. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles include @idtech on Instagram and 'idtech' on Facebook.
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Since 200125+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–9
iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University 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 stem program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- 1:10
Money & Policies
- Financial aid
- Available · Need-based
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Scholarships are available for underserved students. Individual and group applications are accepted.
- FSA eligible
- Yes — FSA / DCFSA accepted
- Sibling discount
- $50 off second child
Save $50 when you buy a second camp or course, whether it's in another topic or for another course.
Details → - Session lengths
- 5-day (full week)
- What campers take home
- Depending on the program, your child or teen will earn a portfolio-boosting certificate endorsed by iD Tech and/or one of our prestigious partners.
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 7–9
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: 450 Jane Stanford Way, Palo Alto, CA 94305, USA
- Phone: (888) 709-8324
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Day camp from $949/week. Overnight camp adds $679/week for room and board (ages 10-17). Optional weekday lunch $70/week.
↗ What parents like
- Held at prestigious Stanford University
- Instructors from top universities
↘ Watch for
- High cost per week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University
- What ages does iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University accept?
- iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University is open to children ages 7–9. 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 iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University cost?
- iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University publishes $949/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $949 median for stem camps in Palo Alto. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University's hours?
- iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University runs 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- What is iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University's staff-to-camper ratio?
- iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University publishes a 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio. ACA recommends roughly 1:6 for ages 4-5, 1:8 for 6-8, 1:10 for 9-14, and 1:12 for 15-18 in day camps; tighter ratios than recommended usually signal more attentive supervision but can also reflect smaller program scale.
- Who runs iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University?
- iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University is operated by a private business, with 25 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 iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University provide lunch?
- Yes — iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- Does iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University offer financial aid?
- Yes — iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University 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).
- Is iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University eligible for Dependent Care FSA reimbursement?
- Yes — iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University qualifies for Dependent Care FSA / 401(k) Dependent Care reimbursement under IRS rules covering work-enabling childcare for kids under 13. Save the camp's W-9 / EIN; you'll need it for the IRS Form 2441 filing in April.
- How does iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University compare to other stem camps in Palo Alto?
- iD Tech Camp - Coding 101 at Stanford University is one of 27 stem camps in Palo Alto 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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