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Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate

Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Week 2 - Camp Invention: Illuminate

Camp Invention offers STEM-focused day camps for K-6th graders, featuring hands-on activities and problem-solving challenges developed by the National Invent...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program in Lexington, SC. Camp Invention is a well-established national program, founded in 1990, and is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, indicating a nonprofit ownership type. The website states that all program staff and volunteers undergo background checks, confirming the presence of safety protocols. The program is clearly a day camp, focusing on STEM activities for children in grades K-6. While ACA accreditation for this specific location is not listed, the national organization's long history and detailed program descriptions suggest a structured and reputable offering. Social media handles for Camp Invention (Instagram: @campinvention, Facebook: @CampInvention) are easily found and active.
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Since 199630+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate 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
1996 (30 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate

What ages does Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate accept?
Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate 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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate cost?
Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate 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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate's hours?
Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate 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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate?
Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 30 years of operating history. 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 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate provide lunch?
Lexington Area at 12 Springs CC - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate 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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