Christ the King - Camp Invention: Spark
Camp Invention: Spark at Christ the King offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for children in grades K-6, focusing on hands-on innovation and problem-...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Christ the King. Camp Invention is a national program by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, offering STEM-focused day camps for grades K-6. The website states that all program team members are background checked and trained, indicating a focus on safety and qualified staff. The program is not listed in the ACA directory. While specific Google reviews for 'Christ the King - Camp Invention: Spark' were not readily available, Camp Invention generally holds a high reputation, with Google reviews for the broader program often averaging 4.5 stars or higher across various locations. The camp is a day program, and the owner type for the specific Christ the King location is not explicitly stated, though Camp Invention itself is a non-profit initiative. Social media handles for the national Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and CampInvention on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Christ the King - 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
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 1801 S Lake Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
- Phone: (800) 968-4332
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Christ the King - Camp Invention: Spark
- What ages does Christ the King - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
- Christ the King - 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 Christ the King - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
- Christ the King - 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 Christ the King - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
- Christ the King - 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.
- Does Christ the King - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
- Christ the King - 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
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