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Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - Camp Invention: Spark

Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Saint Louis University offers a STEM-focused day camp for children, featuring hands-on activities designed to foster creativity and ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program, 'Spark,' hosted at Saint Louis University's Tegeler Hall. Camp Invention is a national program, and its website (invent.org) indicates a focus on STEM education through hands-on activities. The camp is a day program, running from July 22-26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The 'About Us' section on the main Camp Invention website states they have been inspiring children for over 30 years. While the specific host is Saint Louis University, the program itself is run by Camp Invention, which is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks on the specific camp page, which is a notable absence for parental consideration. Social media handles for Camp Invention (Instagram: @campinvention, Facebook: @campinvention) are easily found on their main site.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - 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
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 3550 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63103
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - 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 Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - 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 Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - 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 Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - Camp Invention: Spark?
Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Saint Louis University - Tegeler Hall - 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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