Camp · STEM · Ages 5–12
Directory · United States · Georgia · Dawsonville
▌ STEM · Ages 5–12

Dawson County MS - Camp Invention: Spark

Dawson County MS

Camp Invention: Spark at Dawson County Middle School offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for children in grades K-6, focusing on hands-on innovation ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program, 'Spark,' hosted at Dawson County Middle School in Dawsonville, GA. This is a day camp designed for children entering grades K-6. The website indicates that all program team members are background checked, ensuring a level of safety for participants. While specific Google reviews for this particular Dawson County Middle School location were not readily available, Camp Invention as a national program generally receives positive feedback, with many locations averaging 4.5 stars or higher on Google based on hundreds of reviews, often praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The program is not accredited by the ACA, nor is a state license number provided on the site. The camp is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, suggesting a well-developed curriculum and established educational framework. Social media handles for the national program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
Shortlist in planner → Visit website

Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Dawson County MS - 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
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 5126 Highway 9 South, Dawsonville, GA 30534
  • Cost notes: Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Dawson County MS - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Dawson County MS - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Dawson County MS - 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 Dawson County MS - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Dawson County MS - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Dawson County MS - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Dawson County MS - 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 Dawson County MS - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Dawson County MS - 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.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Dawson County MS - Camp Invention: Spark with other camps.