Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark
Camp Invention: Spark at Purdue University Fort Wayne offers a week-long STEM day camp for K-6th graders, focusing on hands-on innovation and problem-solving.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program, 'Spark,' hosted at Purdue University Fort Wayne from June 22-26, 2024, for grades K-6. Camp Invention is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, which states on its website that all program staff undergo background checks. The program is a day camp, running from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. While this specific camp location does not have individual Google reviews, Camp Invention as a national program generally receives positive feedback, with many locations averaging 4.5 stars or higher. The program focuses on hands-on STEM activities, encouraging creativity and problem-solving. The National Inventors Hall of Fame website lists social media handles as @campinvention for Instagram and CampInvention for Facebook. The camp is hosted by Purdue University Fort Wayne, indicating a university owner type.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 22-26 - 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
- Not listed
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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark
- What ages does Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
- Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 22-26 - 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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
- Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 22-26 - 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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
- Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 22-26 - 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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark?
- Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 22-26 - 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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
- Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 22-26 - 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Purdue University Fort Wayne Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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