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Mad Science - Brixology Camp

Mt. Lebanon · $179/week

Mad Science - Brixology Camp, offered through Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation, provides hands-on STEM activities focusing on engineering and construction wi...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully and is the official Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation page detailing their Mad Science camp offerings, including Brixology Camp. This indicates the camp is run by a municipal parks department. The camp is a day program, with sessions running from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The description highlights hands-on activities where children learn about engineering principles, build with LEGO bricks, and explore concepts like gear ratios and motor power. While specific staff ratios are not listed, the Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation Facebook page (facebook.com/mtlebanonpa) has a 4.6-star rating from 100+ reviews, with many positive comments about their programs and facilities. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific state licensing for this particular program on the website. The site does not explicitly state background check policies for staff, which is common for municipal programs that typically have their own HR vetting processes.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Mad Science - Brixology Camp 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
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 900 Cedar Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15228, USA
  • Cost notes: $179 for residents, $189 for non-residents

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Mad Science - Brixology Camp

What ages does Mad Science - Brixology Camp accept?
Mad Science - Brixology Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Mad Science - Brixology Camp cost?
Mad Science - Brixology Camp publishes $179/week for the standard session. That sits 81% 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 Mad Science - Brixology Camp's hours?
Mad Science - Brixology Camp 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 Mad Science - Brixology Camp?
Mad Science - Brixology Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Mad Science - Brixology Camp provide lunch?
Mad Science - Brixology Camp 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 Mad Science - Brixology Camp compare to other stem camps in Pittsburgh?
Mad Science - Brixology Camp 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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