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Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Ward Elementary offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, featuring hands-on activities and problem-solving chall...

▌ Editor's read This program is a Camp Invention 'Spark' session hosted at Ward Elementary, catering to K-6th graders. The camp is a day program, running from July 22-26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The website explicitly states that all program teams are background-checked, indicating a commitment to safety. While the specific owner type of the Ward Elementary host site isn't detailed, Camp Invention itself is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The camp's curriculum is clearly outlined with activities like 'Bot Anytown,' 'Marble Arcade,' 'Mini Golf,' and 'The Attic.' Social media handles for Camp Invention are provided, suggesting a broader organizational presence.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - 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
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 8400 Cavern Hill, San Antonio, TX 78254
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - 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 Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - 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 Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - 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 Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - 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.
How does Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark compare to other stem camps in San Antonio?
Northside ISD-GT - Ward Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark is one of 6 stem camps in San Antonio 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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