Snapology Camps
Snapology Camps, offered through Federal Way Parks & Recreation, provide engaging STEM-focused day camp experiences for children in Federal Way, Washington.
▌ Editor's read The provided website, itallhappenshere.org/programs/camps/, is the official site for Federal Way Parks & Recreation, which hosts Snapology Camps. These are day camps focusing on STEM activities like robotics, animation, and engineering, with themes such as Pokemania and Jedi Master. The camps are offered for various age groups, typically 6-12 years old, and run for half-day or full-day sessions. The Federal Way Parks & Recreation department has a Google review rating of 4.5 stars based on 100 reviews, with many positive comments about their programs and facilities. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The website lists contact information for the Parks & Recreation department, including phone and email, and mentions that staff are trained in first aid and CPR. Social media handles for Federal Way Parks & Recreation are @federalwayparks on Instagram and FederalWayParks on Facebook.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Snapology Camps 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
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 6–12
- Address: 876 S 333rd St, Federal Way, WA 98003
- Cost notes: Cost varies by program. Fee assistance may be available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Snapology Camps
- What ages does Snapology Camps accept?
- Snapology Camps is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Snapology Camps cost?
- Snapology Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Cost varies by program. Fee assistance may be available. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs Snapology Camps?
- Snapology Camps is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Snapology Camps provide lunch?
- Snapology Camps 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Snapology Camps with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Snapology Camps.
- Spongebob Theatre Camp · Federal Way Community Center · Ages 6–12
- Summer Camp (K-8th) · Federal Way Community Center · Ages 5–14 · $250/week
- Sylvan STEM Camps · Federal Way Community Center · Ages 6–12
- Ballerina Dream Camp · Federal Way Community Center · Ages 3–5
- Fireflies Preschool Summer Camp · Federal Way Community Center · Ages 3–5 · $155/week
- Mini Dance Camp · Federal Way Community Center · Ages 3–5
- Summer Day Camp Leader in Training (DCIT) · Federal Way Community Center · Ages 13–15 · $150/week