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Dorothy Nolan Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Dorothy Nolan Elementary

Camp Invention: Spark at Dorothy Nolan Elementary offers a STEM-focused day camp experience where children engage in hands-on activities designed to foster c...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Dorothy Nolan Elementary in Saratoga Springs, NY. This is a day camp, as indicated by the program details on the invent.org website. The camp is part of the larger Camp Invention network, which is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. While the specific Dorothy Nolan Elementary site does not detail staff ratios, the broader Camp Invention website states that all program team members undergo background checks. The camp focuses on STEM activities, including hands-on challenges like creating a 'Marble Arcade' and designing 'Robotic Rovers.' Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show positive feedback, often highlighting the engaging and educational nature of the activities for children. The camp is not individually accredited by the ACA, as it operates under the umbrella of the National Inventors Hall of Fame's curriculum.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Dorothy Nolan Elementary - 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
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 221 Jones Rd, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
  • 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 Dorothy Nolan Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

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