Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 5–13 · $600/week
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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 5–13

Creator Camp

Santa Monica · $600/week · ★ 4.4 (21 reviews)

Creator Camp offers day camps in Santa Monica focused on hands-on creative technology projects like robotics, coding, and filmmaking for children aged 6-13.

▌ Editor's read Creator Camp's website loads as a functional camp site, offering day camps in Santa Monica for children aged 6-13, focusing on creative technology. The camp has been operating for 10 years, founded by Michael T. Smith, and states that all staff undergo background checks. It is not accredited by the ACA. Google reviews for 'Creator Camp Santa Monica' show a 4.9-star rating based on 21 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging projects, knowledgeable instructors, and the fun learning environment for their children. The camp offers various programs including robotics, coding, filmmaking, and game design.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

Creator Camp 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
2016 (10 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
  • Address: 1715 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
  • Phone: (512) 753-5878
  • Cost notes: $310-$336/session

↗ What parents like

  • Extended care available
  • Financial aid available
  • Affordable

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Creator Camp

What ages does Creator Camp accept?
Creator Camp is open to children ages 5–13. 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 Creator Camp cost?
Creator Camp publishes $600/week for the standard session. $310-$336/session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Creator Camp's hours?
Creator Camp runs 8:30 AM–3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Creator Camp?
Creator Camp is operated by a private business, with 10 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 Creator Camp provide lunch?
Creator 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 Creator Camp offer extended care?
Yes — Creator Camp offers extended care (from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, cost not listed). 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.
Does Creator Camp offer financial aid?
Yes — Creator Camp 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).
How does Creator Camp compare to other science/tech camps in Santa Monica?
Creator Camp is one of 7 science/tech camps in Santa Monica 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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