Winterset Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark
Camp Invention: Spark at Winterset Elementary offers K-6th graders a STEM-focused day camp experience with hands-on activities and creative problem-solving.
▌ Editor's read Camp Invention: Spark is a day camp program held at Winterset Elementary, targeting children in grades K-6. The camp is part of the larger national Camp Invention program, which is a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website clearly outlines the curriculum, focusing on STEM activities, innovation, and creative problem-solving. It states that all program staff and volunteers undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. The program is described as a week-long experience, running from July 22-26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The camp's national affiliation suggests a standardized and well-developed program structure.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Winterset 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
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 404 S 2nd Ave, Winterset, IA 50273
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Winterset Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark
- What ages does Winterset Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
- Winterset 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 Winterset Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
- Winterset 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 Winterset Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
- Winterset 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 Winterset Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
- Winterset 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Winterset Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.