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Red Bud Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Red Bud Elementary School

Camp Invention: Spark at Red Bud Elementary School offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for children in grades K-6, focusing on hands-on innovation an...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Red Bud Elementary School in Red Bud, IL. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from June 3-7, 2024. The program, 'Spark,' is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, which emphasizes STEM education through hands-on activities. While specific staff ratios or background check policies for this particular location are not detailed on the page, the Camp Invention national website generally outlines safety protocols. The camp is hosted by a school, indicating a partnership between the national program and a local educational institution. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation for this specific site, nor are state license numbers typically applicable for school-hosted day programs of this nature. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show positive feedback, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising the engaging curriculum and enthusiastic instructors.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Red Bud 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: 200 W Field Dr, Red Bud, IL 62278
  • 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 Red Bud Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

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