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Shannondale Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Shannondale Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Shannondale Elementary School offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for children in grades K-6, focusing on hands-on innovatio...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a page for Camp Invention: Spark at Shannondale Elementary School. This is a day camp program for grades K-6, running from June 3-7, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The camp is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, which has a strong reputation for STEM education. The website states that 'All local program team members are background checked,' indicating a commitment to safety. While specific Google reviews for this particular Shannondale Elementary Camp Invention location are not readily available, the broader Camp Invention program generally receives positive feedback, often cited for its engaging, hands-on activities. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The program's curriculum includes activities like creating a 'Mini Golf Adventure' and designing 'Robotic Rovers,' emphasizing practical application of STEM concepts.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Shannondale Elementary School - 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
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 5316 Shannondale Rd, Knoxville, TN 37918
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Shannondale Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Shannondale Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Shannondale Elementary School - 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 Shannondale Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Shannondale Elementary School - 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 Shannondale Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Shannondale Elementary School - 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 Shannondale Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Shannondale Elementary School - 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.

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