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Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark

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Purdue University Fort Wayne hosts Camp Invention: Spark, a day camp offering STEM-focused activities for children in grades K-6, emphasizing creativity and ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a legitimate page for Camp Invention: Spark, hosted at Purdue University Fort Wayne. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from June 15-19. The program is part of the larger national Camp Invention initiative, which is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website states that all program team members undergo a comprehensive background check. While there isn't a specific Google review rating for this particular Purdue Fort Wayne session, the national Camp Invention program generally receives positive feedback, with many locations averaging 4.5 stars or higher on Google Reviews, often praised for its engaging and educational STEM activities. The camp's social media handles are @campinvention on Instagram and campinvention on Facebook. The owner type is categorized as 'university' due to its hosting at Purdue University Fort Wayne, though the program itself is run by the National Inventors Hall of Fame.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - 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
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 2101 East Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
  • 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 Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - 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 Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - 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 Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - 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 Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark?
Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 15-19 - 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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