ASTEME - Science of Pokemon
ASTEME offers STEM-focused day camps in Los Angeles, including a unique "Science of Pokemon" program, designed to engage children in scientific principles th...
▌ Editor's read The ASTEME website loads successfully and details various STEM summer camps, including the 'Science of Pokemon' program, for children in grades K-8. The camp is a day camp, operating from 9 AM to 3 PM, with extended care options. The 'About Us' page mentions Dr. Argin, who holds a Ph.D. in Physics, as the founder and states that ASTEME has been operating for 10 years. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. Google reviews for 'ASTEME' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging curriculum, knowledgeable instructors, and positive learning environment. Social media handles found on the site are @asteme_stem for Instagram and 'astemestem' for Facebook. The website does not explicitly mention staff background checks or specific staff-to-camper ratios.
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Since 201610+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- Established
- 2016 (10 years)
- Operator
- Private business
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 5–15
- Hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Address: 1651 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
- Phone: (310) 650-0919
- Email: [email protected]
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about ASTEME - Science of Pokemon
- What ages does ASTEME - Science of Pokemon accept?
- ASTEME - Science of Pokemon is open to children ages 5–15. 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 ASTEME - Science of Pokemon cost?
- ASTEME - Science of Pokemon publishes $595/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are ASTEME - Science of Pokemon's hours?
- ASTEME - Science of Pokemon 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 ASTEME - Science of Pokemon?
- ASTEME - Science of Pokemon is operated by a private business, with 10 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 ASTEME - Science of Pokemon provide lunch?
- ASTEME - Science of Pokemon 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.
- Does ASTEME - Science of Pokemon offer extended care?
- Yes — ASTEME - Science of Pokemon offers extended care (8:00 AM–9:00 AM and 3:00 PM–5:30 PM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- Does ASTEME - Science of Pokemon offer financial aid?
- Yes — ASTEME - Science of Pokemon offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
- How does ASTEME - Science of Pokemon compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- ASTEME - Science of Pokemon is one of 525 science/tech camps in Los Angeles 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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