Dunwoody Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark
Camp Invention: Spark at Dunwoody Elementary School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on innovation and problem-...
▌ Editor's read Camp Invention: Spark at Dunwoody Elementary School is a day camp for children in grades K-6, focusing on STEM activities. The camp is part of the larger Camp Invention national program, which is a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website details specific activities for the 'Spark' program, including 'Marble Run Mania' and 'Mini Golf Design Challenge,' indicating a hands-on, project-based learning approach. The program explicitly states that 'all Camp Invention programs are led by local educators and are backed by our trusted safety policies and procedures,' and that 'all program staff are thoroughly vetted, including federal and state background checks.' While the specific Dunwoody Elementary location does not provide details on its own accreditation or licensing, the national program's established structure and safety protocols are a strength. The camp runs from June 3-7, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Dunwoody Elementary School - 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
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 1923 Womack Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Dunwoody Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark
- What ages does Dunwoody Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
- Dunwoody Elementary School - 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 Dunwoody Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
- Dunwoody Elementary School - 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 Dunwoody Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
- Dunwoody Elementary School - 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 Dunwoody Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
- Dunwoody Elementary School - 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
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