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South Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

South Elementary School

Camp Invention: Spark at South Elementary School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, emphasizing hands-on innovation and pr...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at South Elementary School in Chillicothe, IL. Camp Invention is a national program, not individually ACA accredited, but the organization's website states that all program staff undergo background checks. The program is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from June 10-14, 2024. It is hosted by South Elementary School, indicating a school-based ownership model. The curriculum focuses on STEM, with activities like 'Marble Run Mania' and 'Mini Golf Design Challenge' mentioned. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show positive feedback, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising its engaging and educational content. Specific social media handles for this particular school-hosted program were not found, but Camp Invention has a national presence on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

South 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: 616 W. Hickory Street, Chillicothe, IL 61523
  • 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 South Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does South Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
South 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 South Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
South 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 South Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
South 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 South Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
South 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 South Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
South 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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