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Russell C. Struble Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Russell C. Struble Elementary

Camp Invention: Spark at Russell C. Struble Elementary offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for K-6th graders, focusing on hands-on innovation and pro...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the Camp Invention program page for Russell C. Struble Elementary in Bensalem, PA. This is a day camp program designed for children in grades K-6, running from June 24-28, 2024. The program, 'Spark,' focuses on STEM concepts through hands-on activities like creating a 'Marble Arcade' and designing a 'Mini Golf Course.' The National Inventors Hall of Fame, which operates Camp Invention, states on its main website that all program instructors are local educators and that all staff undergo background checks. The program is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction (e.g., 4.8 stars from 1.3K reviews for the main Camp Invention program), with parents praising the engaging activities and educational value. Social media handles for the overarching Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'CampInvention' on Facebook.

Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Russell C. Struble 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
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Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 4300 Bensalem Blvd, Bensalem, PA 19020
  • 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 Russell C. Struble Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Russell C. Struble Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Russell C. Struble 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 Russell C. Struble Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Russell C. Struble 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 Russell C. Struble Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Russell C. Struble 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.
Does Russell C. Struble Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Russell C. Struble 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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