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Earlham Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Earlham Elementary School

Camp Invention: Spark at Earlham Elementary School offers an engaging STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, emphasizing hands-on innov...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a page for Camp Invention: Spark hosted at Earlham Elementary School in Earlham, IA. This is a day camp program for children in grades K-6, running from June 10-14, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, which has a 4.7-star rating from over 1,000 Google reviews for its various locations. The curriculum focuses on STEM concepts through hands-on activities like building a 'Marble Arcade' and designing 'Mini Golf' courses. The camp is hosted by a school, suggesting a partnership between Camp Invention and the local educational institution. No specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for this particular location are detailed on the page, but the overall Camp Invention program emphasizes certified educators and STEM professionals. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Earlham 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
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 535 North Chestnut Avenue, Earlham, IA 50072
  • 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 Earlham Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Earlham Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Earlham 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 Earlham Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Earlham Elementary School - 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 Earlham Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Earlham 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.
Who runs Earlham Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Earlham Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Earlham Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Earlham 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.

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