Camp · STEM · Ages 7–9 · $1,099/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 7–9

iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University

Museum District · $1,099/week

Learn Minecraft game design at this iD Tech summer camp.

▌ Editor's read The iD Tech website loads successfully and presents a professional interface for their STEM camps. The company has been operating for over 25 years, founded by Pete Ingram-Cauchi, and is a for-profit entity. They explicitly state a 1:8 staff-to-student ratio and mention that all staff undergo background checks. The Minecraft Game Design camp at Rice University is a day camp program, typically running for one week. While iD Tech is a large national organization, it is not listed as ACA accredited. Google reviews for iD Tech generally show a high rating, often around 4.5 stars from thousands of reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging instructors and the quality of the tech education. The website details various courses, including coding, game development, robotics, and creative arts, catering to ages 7-17. Social media handles found are @idtech on Instagram and 'idTech' on Facebook, both actively maintained.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–9

iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University 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
2001 (25 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 7–9
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005, USA
  • Phone: (888) 709-8324
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Price starts at $1099. Varies by location and program.

↗ What parents like

  • Learn from industry experts
  • Build a portfolio
  • Small group instruction

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Limited spots available

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University

What ages does iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University accept?
iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University is open to children ages 7–9. 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 iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University cost?
iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University publishes $1,099/week for the standard session. That sits 16% above the $949 median for stem camps in Houston — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Price starts at $1099. Varies by location and program. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University's hours?
iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University runs 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University?
iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University is operated by a private business, with 25 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 iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University provide lunch?
Yes — iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University compare to other stem camps in Houston?
iD Tech Camp - Minecraft Game Design at Rice University is one of 39 stem camps in Houston 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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