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Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark

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Camp Invention: Spark at Truman Benedict Elementary School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children, emphasizing hands-on innovation and creati...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Truman Benedict Elementary School. This is a day camp program, part of the larger national Camp Invention initiative, which focuses on STEM education through hands-on activities. The website details the 'Spark' program, including activities like 'Innovation Force,' 'Crystallized Creations,' 'Deconstruct It,' and 'Flight Lab.' While the specific Truman Benedict Elementary School camp does not have independent Google reviews, Camp Invention as a national program generally receives positive feedback, often around 4.5 stars. The website mentions that all program instructors are local educators and that all staff undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. The camp is not accredited by the ACA, and no state license number is provided on the site, which is common for school-hosted programs. The owner type is unknown, as it's a program hosted at a school rather than directly run by it.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - 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
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1251 Sarmentoso, Sam Clemente, CA 92673
  • 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 Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - 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 Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - 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 Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - 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.
Does Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Truman Benedict Elementary School - Jun 15-19 - 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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