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Southern Boone Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Southern Boone Elementary School

Camp Invention: Spark at Southern Boone Elementary School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, emphasizing hands-on innovati...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Southern Boone Elementary School in Ashland, MO. Camp Invention is a national program, and this specific location offers the 'Spark' program for grades K-6 from July 22-26, 2024. The website does not provide specific information about staff ratios or background checks for this particular location, but the national Camp Invention program generally emphasizes trained educators. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' as a whole are very positive, with a 4.8-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, frequently praising the engaging activities and educational value. The camp is a day program, and the owner type is likely a partnership between the national Camp Invention organization and the Southern Boone Elementary School. No specific state licensing information for this individual program was found, as it operates under the umbrella of a larger educational initiative.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Southern Boone 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
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Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 809 S Henry Clay Blvd, Ashland, MO 65010
  • 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 Southern Boone Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Southern Boone Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Southern Boone 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 Southern Boone Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Southern Boone Elementary School - 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 Southern Boone Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Southern Boone 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.
Does Southern Boone Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Southern Boone 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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