Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28)
Forge Makerspace offers hands-on STEM day camps in Santa Monica, focusing on robotics, coding, 3D printing, and design for children aged 6-14.
▌ Editor's read The Forge Makerspace website loads successfully and details a variety of STEM-focused day camps for children aged 6-14, with specific themes like 'Robotics & Coding' and '3D Printing & Design.' The camp operates from 9 AM to 3 PM, with extended care options available until 5 PM. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing information. Google reviews for 'Forge Makerspace Santa Monica' show a rating of 4.9 stars from 20 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable instructors. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram account (@forgemakerspace) and a Facebook page (forgemakerspace), showcasing various projects and camp activities. The program is clearly a day camp, and based on the business model, it appears to be a for-profit entity. There is no explicit mention of staff background checks on the website.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- Operator
- Private business
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 7–14
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
- Address: 2341 Michigan Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
- Phone: (424) 766-1981
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Early bird pricing available; prices increase as spots fill.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28)
- What ages does Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) accept?
- Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) is open to children ages 7–14. 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 Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) cost?
- Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Early bird pricing available; prices increase as spots fill. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28)'s hours?
- Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) runs 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28)?
- Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) provide lunch?
- Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) 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 Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) offer extended care?
- Yes — Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) offers extended care (3:00 PM - 4:15 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 Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) offer financial aid?
- Yes — Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) 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 Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) compare to other science/tech camps in Santa Monica?
- Forge Makerspace - Best of Summer Camp (Aug 24–28) is one of 7 science/tech camps in Santa Monica 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.
Planning guides
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