Camp · STEM · Ages 5–12
Directory · United States · Minnesota · Apple Valley
▌ STEM · Ages 5–12

Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark

Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Week 1

Camp Invention: Spark at Greenleaf Elementary offers hands-on STEM activities for K-6th graders, focusing on innovation, problem-solving, and creative thinking.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a legitimate page for Camp Invention: Spark at Greenleaf Elementary School, hosted by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. This is a day camp program designed for children in grades K-6, focusing on STEM activities. The camp is not individually ACA accredited, as it operates under the umbrella of the school and the national Camp Invention program. The Camp Invention website states that all program team members are background checked and trained, indicating a commitment to safety. While specific Google reviews for this particular Greenleaf Elementary Camp Invention session are not readily available, the broader Camp Invention program generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.8-star rating from over 1.7K reviews on Google for the national program. The camp is owned and operated in partnership with Greenleaf Elementary School, part of District 196. Social media handles for the national Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
Shortlist in planner → Visit website

Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - 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
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 13333 Galaxie Drive, Apple Valley, MN 55124
  • 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 Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - 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 Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - 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 Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - 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 Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark?
Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - 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 Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - 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.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark with other camps.

Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Greenleaf Elementary School - District 196 - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark.