Troy Intermediate School - Camp Invention: Spark
Camp Invention: Spark at Troy Intermediate School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on innovation and problem-so...
▌ Editor's read This Camp Invention program, 'Spark,' is hosted at Troy Intermediate School, indicating a school-based setting for the camp. The program is designed for children in grades K-6 and runs from June 17-21, 2024, with standard hours of 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM. Extended day options are available until 5:30 PM. The camp is part of the national Camp Invention program, which is a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, suggesting a standardized and well-developed STEM curriculum. The website provides details on the daily activities and modules, such as 'Ignite,' 'Optibot,' 'Marble Run Mania,' and 'Mini Golf,' all focused on hands-on invention and problem-solving. While the specific staff-to-camper ratio is not listed, the national program structure implies a level of organization. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific state licensing for this particular location on the provided page.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Troy Intermediate 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
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 237 Belmar Blvd, Avon Lake, OH 44012
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Troy Intermediate School - Camp Invention: Spark
- What ages does Troy Intermediate School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
- Troy Intermediate 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 Troy Intermediate School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
- Troy Intermediate School - 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 Troy Intermediate School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
- Troy Intermediate 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 Troy Intermediate School - Camp Invention: Spark?
- Troy Intermediate 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 Troy Intermediate School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
- Troy Intermediate 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Troy Intermediate School - Camp Invention: Spark with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.