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Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark

Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Week 1 - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention offers STEM-focused day camps for K-6th graders, fostering innovation and problem-solving through hands-on activities and creative challenges.

▌ Editor's read Camp Invention is a national, nonprofit STEM program for K-6th graders, founded by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The program has been operating for over 30 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They explicitly mention that all program staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive background checks to ensure child safety. The staff-to-camper ratio is listed as 1:8, which is a favorable ratio for supervision and engagement. The curriculum is designed to be hands-on and engaging, focusing on innovation and problem-solving. This specific camp is hosted at Wilson Elementary, indicating a partnership with a school district.
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Since 199630+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - 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
1996 (30 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 2465 Little Dry Run Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45244, USA
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - 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 Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - 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 Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - 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 Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark?
Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 30 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 Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - 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 Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark compare to other stem camps in Cincinnati?
Forest Hills SD hosted at Wilson Elementary - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark is one of 6 stem camps in Cincinnati 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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