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Starline Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Starline Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Starline Elementary offers K-6th graders a hands-on STEM day camp experience focused on innovation, creativity, and problem-solving.

▌ Editor's read Camp Invention is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, a non-profit organization founded in 1973. The program has been operating for over 30 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp focuses on STEM education for children in grades K-6, offering a curriculum designed by educators and inventors. They explicitly state that all program staff undergo background checks and training, and the staff-to-camper ratio is 1:8, as found on their 'Safety' page. Testimonials on the website highlight the engaging and educational nature of the program. The camp's social media presence on Instagram and Facebook is active, showcasing camp activities and positive parent feedback.
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Since 199630+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Starline 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
1996 (30 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 3150 Starline Dr, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Starline Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Starline Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Starline 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 Starline Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Starline Elementary School - 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 Starline Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Starline 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 Starline Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Starline Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 30 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 Starline Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Starline 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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