Camp · STEM · Ages 11–14 · $495/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 11–14

Explorer Camp

Lakeview · $495/week

Explorer Camp, part of Brains & Motion Education, offers STEM-focused day camps in Chicago for children aged 5-13, emphasizing hands-on learning in robotics,...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to Brains & Motion Education's Chicago Lake View summer camps, which includes Explorer Camp. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Brains & Motion Education appears to be a for-profit organization offering various STEM-focused day camps for children aged 5-13. The website details programs like 'Robotics & Coding' and 'Science & Engineering' with specific age ranges. While the site mentions staff, it does not provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or explicit language about background checks. Brains & Motion Education has a Google review rating of 4.9 stars based on 104 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable instructors. Social media handles found are @brainsandmotion on Instagram and 'brainsandmotion' on Facebook, showcasing camp activities and updates.
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Who thrives here Ages 11–14

Explorer Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. stem programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 11–14
  • Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
  • Address: 3252 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
  • Cost notes: Buy 3 weeks, get 1 free. Extended hours (Aftercare) and lunch add-ons are available during checkout.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Explorer Camp

What ages does Explorer Camp accept?
Explorer Camp is open to children ages 11–14. 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 Explorer Camp cost?
Explorer Camp publishes $495/week for the standard session. That sits 24% above the $400 median for stem camps in Chicago — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Buy 3 weeks, get 1 free. Extended hours (Aftercare) and lunch add-ons are available during checkout. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Explorer Camp's hours?
Explorer Camp runs 9:00am-3:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Explorer Camp?
Explorer Camp is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Explorer Camp provide lunch?
Explorer Camp 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 Explorer Camp compare to other stem camps in Chicago?
Explorer Camp is one of 13 stem camps in Chicago 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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