Makers on the Move
Makers on the Move is a STEM day camp offered by Bucks County Community College, focusing on hands-on projects in robotics, coding, and engineering for vario...
▌ Editor's read Makers on the Move is a day camp program offered by Bucks County Community College as part of their Kids on Campus initiative. The camp focuses on STEM activities, including robotics, coding, and engineering, with different sessions tailored for various age groups (e.g., ages 6-8, 9-11, 12-14). The camp is hosted at the college's Newtown Campus, suggesting access to college facilities and a structured learning environment. While the website provides detailed information on camp offerings and registration, it does not explicitly mention ACA accreditation or staff-to-camper ratios. There is also no specific language regarding background checks for staff on the provided camp page, though as a college program, it is likely standard practice. The camp is clearly affiliated with Bucks County Community College, indicating an 'university' owner type.
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University programRun by an academic institution
Who thrives here Ages 5–10
Makers on the Move 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
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–10
- Hours: "9:00 AM - 3:30 PM"
- Address: 275 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA 18940, USA
- Phone: (215) 968-8409
- Cost notes: "USD"
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Makers on the Move
- What ages does Makers on the Move accept?
- Makers on the Move is open to children ages 5–10. 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 Makers on the Move cost?
- Makers on the Move publishes $358/week for the standard session. "USD" Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Makers on the Move's hours?
- Makers on the Move runs "9:00 AM - 3:30 PM". If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Makers on the Move?
- Makers on the Move is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Makers on the Move provide lunch?
- Makers on the Move 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 Makers on the Move compare to other stem camps in Newtown?
- Makers on the Move is one of 7 stem camps in Newtown 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Makers on the Move 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.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
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