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Colvin Run Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Colvin Run Elementary School

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

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the official Camp Invention website, specifically for the 'Spark' program hosted at Colvin Run Elementary School in Vienna, VA. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from June 24 - June 28, 2024. The program is described as an 'all-new STEM adventure' where children will 'create their own mini skate park, design a robotic companion, and more.' The camp is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, indicating a structured and well-developed curriculum. While specific staff ratios or background check policies for this particular location are not detailed on the page, the overall Camp Invention program emphasizes trained educators. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show positive feedback, with an average rating of 4.7 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising its engaging activities and educational value. No specific state licensing information for this individual camp location was found, as it operates under the umbrella of the school and the national program. The camp is owned by a school, hosting the Camp Invention program.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Colvin Run 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
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1400 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182
  • 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 Colvin Run Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Colvin Run Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Colvin Run 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 Colvin Run Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Colvin Run Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark 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 Colvin Run Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Colvin Run 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.
Who runs Colvin Run Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Colvin Run Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Colvin Run Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Colvin Run 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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