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Glimcher STEAM Camps

Fox Chapel · $750/week

Glimcher STEAM Camps, part of Shady Side Academy Summer Programs, offers day camps in Pittsburgh focusing on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Shady Side Academy Summer Programs website, which hosts the Glimcher STEAM Camps. The camp is a day camp, offering various STEAM-focused programs for different age groups, including 'STEAM Explorers' for younger children and more specialized camps like 'Robotics' and 'Game Design' for older campers. The website states that 'All Shady Side Academy Summer Programs staff members undergo a thorough background check,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the camp is part of an established educational institution. Google reviews for 'Shady Side Academy Summer Programs' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 10 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the variety of activities and engaging staff. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–14

Glimcher STEAM Camps sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right stem fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: 8–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 423 Fox Chapel Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15238, USA
  • Cost notes: $495-$750

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Glimcher STEAM Camps

What ages does Glimcher STEAM Camps accept?
Glimcher STEAM Camps is open to children ages 8–14. 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 Glimcher STEAM Camps cost?
Glimcher STEAM Camps publishes $750/week for the standard session. That sits 21% below the $949 median for stem camps in Pittsburgh, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Glimcher STEAM Camps's hours?
Glimcher STEAM Camps 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 Glimcher STEAM Camps?
Glimcher STEAM Camps 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 Glimcher STEAM Camps provide lunch?
Glimcher STEAM Camps 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 Glimcher STEAM Camps compare to other stem camps in Pittsburgh?
Glimcher STEAM Camps is one of 33 stem camps in Pittsburgh 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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