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Frank Porter Graham - Camp Invention: Spark

Frank Porter Graham

Camp Invention: Spark at Frank Porter Graham Elementary School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, emphasizing hands-on inn...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, leading to a page for Camp Invention: Spark at Frank Porter Graham Elementary School in Chapel Hill, NC. This is a day camp program for children in grades K-6, with sessions running from June 24-28, 2024. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention network, which is a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. While the specific Frank Porter Graham location is not individually ACA accredited, Camp Invention's national website mentions that all program staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show positive feedback, with a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising its engaging activities and educational value. The program focuses on STEM education through hands-on activities and challenges. Social media handles for the national Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Frank Porter Graham - 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

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Day camp
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 101 Smith Level Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
  • 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 Frank Porter Graham - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Frank Porter Graham - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Frank Porter Graham - 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 Frank Porter Graham - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Frank Porter Graham - 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 Frank Porter Graham - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Frank Porter Graham - 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 Frank Porter Graham - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Frank Porter Graham - 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.
How does Frank Porter Graham - Camp Invention: Spark compare to other stem camps in Chapel Hill?
Frank Porter Graham - Camp Invention: Spark is one of 5 stem camps in Chapel Hill that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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