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iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square

Greenwich Village · $1,499/week · ★ 4.2 (5 reviews)

iD Tech's BattleBots with VEX Robotics camp at NYU teaches students aged 10-12 how to build and battle their own robots.

▌ Editor's read The iD Tech website loads successfully and details a variety of tech camps, including the BattleBots with VEX Robotics program at NYU. The company has been operating for 26 years, founded by Pete Ingram-Cauchi, and is a for-profit entity. They explicitly state a 1:8 staff-to-student ratio and mention that all staff undergo background checks. While iD Tech is not individually accredited by the ACA, they operate at numerous university campuses. Google reviews for iD Tech generally show a high rating, often around 4.5 stars across thousands of reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging instructors and the quality of the tech education. The program type is day camp, with options for extended hours. Social media handles @idtech on Instagram and 'idtech' on Facebook are active.
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Who thrives here Ages 10–12

iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right stem fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2000 (26 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
1:10

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Money & Policies

Financial aid
Available · Need-based Apply →

Scholarships are available for underserved students. Individual and group applications are accepted.

FSA eligible
Yes — FSA / DCFSA accepted
Sibling discount
$50 off second child

Save $50 when you buy a second camp or course, whether it's in another topic or for another course.

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Session lengths
5-day (full week)
What campers take home
Depending on the program, your child or teen will earn a portfolio-boosting certificate endorsed by iD Tech and/or one of our prestigious partners.

Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 10–12
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 60 Washington Square S, New York, NY 10012, USA
  • Phone: (888) 709-8324
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $1,499 USD / 1 Week

↗ What parents like

  • Take-home robot
  • On-campus experience at NYU
  • Small class sizes

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Limited availability

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: Yes
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square

What ages does iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square accept?
iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square is open to children ages 10–12. 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 iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square cost?
iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square publishes $1,499/week for the standard session. That sits 58% above the $949 median for stem camps in New York — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square's hours?
iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square runs 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
What is iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square's staff-to-camper ratio?
iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square publishes a 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio. ACA recommends roughly 1:6 for ages 4-5, 1:8 for 6-8, 1:10 for 9-14, and 1:12 for 15-18 in day camps; tighter ratios than recommended usually signal more attentive supervision but can also reflect smaller program scale.
Who runs iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square?
iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square is operated by a private business, with 26 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square provide lunch?
Yes — iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Does iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square offer financial aid?
Yes — iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
Is iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square eligible for Dependent Care FSA reimbursement?
Yes — iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square qualifies for Dependent Care FSA / 401(k) Dependent Care reimbursement under IRS rules covering work-enabling childcare for kids under 13. Save the camp's W-9 / EIN; you'll need it for the IRS Form 2441 filing in April.
How does iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square compare to other stem camps in New York?
iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at NYU - Washington Square is one of 20 stem camps in New York 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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