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Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Whiteford Elementary School offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for K-6th graders, focusing on hands-on innovation and probl...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Whiteford Elementary School. Camp Invention is a national program, not individually accredited by the ACA, but the organization states that all program staff and volunteers undergo background checks. The program is a day camp, running from June 17-21, 2024, for grades K-6. It is owned and operated by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, making the Whiteford Elementary School location a host site. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show a positive reception, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising the engaging activities and educational value. The program's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@campinvention) and Facebook (campinvention) page, showcasing various camp activities and testimonials. The curriculum, 'Spark,' focuses on hands-on STEM challenges like building a robotic dog and creating a 'Marble Arcade.'
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Whiteford Elementary School - 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
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 6655 Consear Rd, Ottawa Lake, MI 49267
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Whiteford Elementary School - 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 Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Whiteford Elementary School - 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 Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Whiteford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Whiteford Elementary School - 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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