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Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM

Mercer Island Community & Event Center

Coding with Kids offers full-day Python coding and outdoor STEAM camps in Mercer Island, focusing on project-based learning and creative problem-solving for ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific camp offering by Coding with Kids. This organization is not accredited by the ACA. Coding with Kids, founded by Roland Steinke, has been operating for 15 years, indicating established experience in youth coding education. The camp is a full-day program, focusing on Python coding and outdoor STEAM activities. The website states that all instructors undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Coding with Kids' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, with parents frequently praising the engaging curriculum, knowledgeable instructors, and the positive learning environment. The camp maintains a low student-to-computer ratio, typically 1:2, to facilitate individualized instruction.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right community/rec center fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2011 (15 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 8236 SE 24th St, Mercer Island, WA 98040
  • Cost notes: Early bird pricing may be available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM

What ages does Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM accept?
Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM cost?
Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Early bird pricing may be available. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM's hours?
Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM 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 Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM?
Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM is operated by a private business, with 15 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM provide lunch?
Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM 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 Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM compare to other community/rec center camps in Mercer Island?
Full-Day Python Coding & Outdoor STEAM is one of 7 community/rec center camps in Mercer Island 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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