Camp · STEM · Ages 6–12 · $250/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 6–12

Montgomery County Rec: STEM Structures

Ashburton ES · $250/week

Montgomery County Recreation offers a variety of summer day camps, including STEM Structures, focusing on hands-on learning and recreational activities for l...

▌ Editor's read Montgomery County Recreation operates a variety of summer camps, including the STEM Structures camp, as part of its broader community services. The website clearly lists camp offerings, schedules, and registration information, indicating a well-organized program. As a municipal entity, it is likely subject to local government regulations and oversight, which can provide a level of accountability. However, specific details regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for camp staff were not readily available on the provided URL. The camp is a day camp, serving the local community. Social media handles for Instagram and Facebook were found, suggesting active community engagement.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Montgomery County Rec: STEM Structures 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 - 12:00 PM
  • Address: 2425 Reedie Dr, Wheaton, MD 20902, USA
  • 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: STEM Structures

What ages does Montgomery County Rec: STEM Structures accept?
Montgomery County Rec: STEM Structures 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: STEM Structures cost?
Montgomery County Rec: STEM Structures publishes $250/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: STEM Structures's hours?
Montgomery County Rec: STEM Structures runs 9:00 AM - 12:00 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: STEM Structures?
Montgomery County Rec: STEM Structures 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: STEM Structures provide lunch?
Montgomery County Rec: STEM Structures 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: STEM Structures compare to other stem camps in Wheaton?
Montgomery County Rec: STEM Structures 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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