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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 7–14

Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10)

Santa Monica · ★ 5.0 (7 reviews)

Forge Makerspace offers hands-on summer day camps in Santa Monica, focusing on STEM and creative projects like arcade engineering, robotics, and coding for a...

▌ Editor's read The Forge Makerspace website loads as a real camp site, detailing various summer day camps for children aged 6-14. The 'Arcade Engineering' camp, for example, focuses on designing and building arcade games. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The website does not mention state licensing or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no explicit mention of background checks for staff. Forge Makerspace appears to be a for-profit entity, offering a range of STEM-focused programs. Google reviews for 'Forge Makerspace Santa Monica' show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 10 reviews, with parents praising the engaging projects and knowledgeable instructors. Social media handles include @forgemakerspace on Instagram and 'forgemakerspace' on Facebook, showcasing camp activities and projects.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–14

Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) 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
Not listed
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 7–14
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
  • Address: 2341 Michigan Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
  • Phone: (424) 766-1981
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Early bird pricing available; prices increase as spots fill.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10)

What ages does Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) accept?
Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) is open to children ages 7–14. 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 Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) cost?
Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Early bird pricing available; prices increase as spots fill. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10)'s hours?
Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) runs 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10)?
Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) provide lunch?
Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) 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 Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) offer extended care?
Yes — Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) offers extended care (3:00 PM - 4:15 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 Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) compare to other science/tech camps in Santa Monica?
Forge Makerspace - Arcade Engineering (Jul 6–10) 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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