Camp · STEM · Ages 6–12 · $275/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 6–12

Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers

Potomac · $275/week

Montgomery County Recreation offers a variety of day camps, including STEM-focused 'Developing Engineers' programs, for children in Montgomery County, Maryland.

▌ Editor's read Montgomery County Recreation operates a diverse array of day camps, including specific STEM programs like 'Developing Engineers,' as evidenced by their official website. As a municipal entity, it is likely subject to local government regulations and oversight, which can imply a certain level of accountability and established procedures. The website lists numerous camp options and locations throughout Montgomery County, indicating a broad reach and variety for residents. However, specific details regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or explicit background check policies for staff were not readily available on the provided URL. The camp's ownership type is clearly municipal-parks, as it is run by Montgomery County Recreation.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers 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
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Address: 2425 Reedie Dr, Wheaton, MD 20902
  • Phone: 240-777-6840
  • Cost notes: USD. Montgomery County Recreation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers

What ages does Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers accept?
Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers cost?
Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers publishes $275/week for the standard session. USD. Montgomery County Recreation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers's hours?
Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers runs 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers?
Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers 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 Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers provide lunch?
Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers 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 Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers compare to other stem camps in Wheaton?
Montgomery County Rec: Developing Engineers is one of 28 stem camps in Wheaton 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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