Camp · STEM · Ages 5–11 · $180/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 5–11

Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session)

Houston, TX (and other franchise locations) · $180/week

Mad Science offers half-day STEM camps for children, focusing on hands-on science experiments and engaging activities in various Houston locations.

▌ Editor's read Mad Science of Houston provides half-day STEM camps for children, as evidenced by the 'Half-Day Camp (4-day session)' listed on their 'parents-camps' page. The camp focuses on hands-on science experiments and activities, with themes like 'Crazy Chemworks' and 'Robots & Reactions' mentioned. The website indicates multiple camp locations across the Houston area, suggesting accessibility for various families. The 'About Us' section on the main Mad Science website (madscience.org) states the company has been operating for over 30 years, indicating a long history in science education. The Houston specific page does not provide details on staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) 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
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Hours: 9:00am–12:00pm
  • Address: 10200 Hempstead Rd Suite 2A, Houston, TX 77092
  • Phone: (713) 663-7676
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing (Houston franchise): $180 for 4-day half-day session (9am–12pm). Themes include Secret Agent Lab, Chemistry Mystery, NASA. Early bird 10% discount available before Apr 30 with code April10.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session)

What ages does Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) accept?
Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) cost?
Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) publishes $180/week for the standard session. That sits 81% below the $949 median for stem camps in Houston, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session)'s hours?
Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) runs 9:00am–12:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session)?
Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) provide lunch?
Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) 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.
How does Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) compare to other stem camps in Houston?
Mad Science — Half-Day Camp (4-day session) 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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