Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark
Camp Invention: Spark offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for children in grades K-6, focusing on hands-on innovation and creative problem-solving.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program listing for the Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC, indicating it is a day camp for grades K-6. Camp Invention is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all program team members are background checked and trained. While specific reviews for this particular location and week are not readily available, Camp Invention generally receives positive feedback, with a Google rating of 4.8 stars based on over 1,000 reviews for its national program, often highlighting its engaging activities and educational value. The camp is not ACA accredited, which is common for programs hosted at various community centers rather than dedicated camp facilities. Social media handles for the national program are @campinvention on Instagram and CampInvention on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - 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
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 5236 Sunset Blvd, Lexington, SC 29072
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark
- What ages does Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
- Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - 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 Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
- Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - 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 Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
- Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - 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 Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark?
- Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
- Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark 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.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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