Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–10 · $140/week
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STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm

RW Farm Park · $140/week · ★ 4.7 (1583 reviews)

STEAM at the Farm offers day camp experiences focused on science, technology, engineering, art, and math for children in Springfield, Illinois.

▌ Editor's read The website https://www.parkboard.org/CAMPS loads successfully and is the official site for the Springfield Park District, which offers various summer camps, including STEAM at the Farm. This camp is a day camp, running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and is designed for children aged 6-12. The cost is listed as $140 per week for residents and $160 for non-residents. The Springfield Park District has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 107 reviews, with many positive comments about their facilities and programs. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the website. The site does not explicitly state that staff undergo background checks, which is a notable omission. The camp is clearly operated by a municipal parks department, indicating a public entity ownership structure. Social media handles for the Springfield Park District are @springfieldparkdistrict on Instagram and 'springfieldparkdistrict' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–10

STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm 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 outdoors/nature program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 8–10
  • Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Address: Springfield, IL 62701, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm

What ages does STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm accept?
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm is open to children ages 8–10. 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 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm cost?
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm publishes $140/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm's hours?
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm runs 9 a.m.-3 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm?
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm provide lunch?
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm 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 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Springfield?
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) at the Farm is one of 20 outdoors/nature camps in Springfield 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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