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Elrod Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Elrod Elementary School

Camp Invention: Spark at Elrod Elementary School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, emphasizing hands-on innovation and cr...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a page for Camp Invention: Spark at Elrod Elementary School in Kalispell, MT, indicating it is a day camp for grades K-6. The camp runs from July 22 - July 26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative, which focuses on STEM education through hands-on activities. There is no specific information regarding ACA accreditation for this particular location, nor is state licensing information readily available on the Camp Invention website. Google reviews for 'Elrod Elementary School' show a 4.4-star rating from 15 reviews, primarily reflecting the school itself rather than the specific summer camp program. The Camp Invention website does not list specific staff-to-camper ratios or mention background check policies for this location. The camp is hosted by a school, suggesting a school-affiliated owner type.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Elrod 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: 412 3rd Avenue W, Kalispell, MT 59901
  • 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 Elrod Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Elrod Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Elrod 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 Elrod Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Elrod 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 Elrod Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Elrod 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 Elrod Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Elrod 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 Elrod Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Elrod 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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