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Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Northridge Elementary offers K-6th graders a hands-on STEM day camp experience focused on innovation, problem-solving, and creative ...

▌ Editor's read This entry is for a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Northridge Elementary. Camp Invention is a national STEM program, and the provided URL leads to the specific program page for 'Spark' at this location. The website indicates that all program staff and volunteers undergo background checks, which is a notable strength for child safety. The program is designed for children in grades K-6 and focuses on hands-on STEM activities. While the specific Northridge Elementary location's accreditation status is not listed, Camp Invention as a national program has a strong reputation. The owner type is listed as 'unknown' because the specific host (Northridge Elementary) is not the primary owner of the Camp Invention curriculum, and the relationship isn't fully detailed on the provided page.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark 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
Not listed
Operator
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 555 Southpark Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark 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.
Does Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark 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.
How does Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark compare to other stem camps in Highlands Ranch?
Northridge Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark is one of 8 stem camps in Highlands Ranch 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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