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Westchester Academy for International Studies - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate

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Camp Invention: Illuminate at Westchester Academy for International Studies offers a week-long STEM day camp experience for K-6th graders, focusing on hands-...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program, 'Illuminate,' hosted at Westchester Academy for International Studies in Houston, TX, from June 22-26. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6. Camp Invention is a national program, not specific to Westchester Academy, and is run by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website does not provide specific information about the Westchester Academy staff or local licensing. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising the engaging activities and educational value. The program is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for the overarching Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Westchester Academy for International Studies - 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

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 901 Yorkchester Dr, Houston, TX 77079
  • Cost notes: Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Westchester Academy for International Studies - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate

What ages does Westchester Academy for International Studies - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate accept?
Westchester Academy for International Studies - 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 Westchester Academy for International Studies - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate cost?
Westchester Academy for International Studies - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Westchester Academy for International Studies - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate's hours?
Westchester Academy for International Studies - 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.
Does Westchester Academy for International Studies - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate provide lunch?
Westchester Academy for International Studies - 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.
How does Westchester Academy for International Studies - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate compare to other stem camps in Houston?
Westchester Academy for International Studies - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Illuminate 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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