Forge Makerspace Summer Camp
Forge Makerspace Summer Camp in Santa Monica offers hands-on, project-based learning experiences in engineering, robotics, coding, and digital fabrication fo...
▌ Editor's read Forge Makerspace Summer Camp operates as a day camp in Santa Monica, focusing on STEM education through hands-on projects in engineering, robotics, coding, and digital fabrication for ages 6-14. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. While the website details various camp themes like 'Robotics & AI' and 'Game Design,' it does not specify staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff. Forge Makerspace Santa Monica has a Google rating of 4.9 stars based on 10 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable instructors. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity, offering weekly sessions at $650 per week. Social media handles include @forgemakerspace on Instagram and 'forgemakerspace' on Facebook.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- Operator
- Private business
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 7–14
- Hours: 8:30 AM drop-off, 3:00-3:15 PM pick-up
- Address: 2341 Michigan Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
- Phone: (424) 766-1981
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $650/week + materials fee (e.g., $230 for RC car week)
↗ What parents like
- Small group sizes
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Forge Makerspace Summer Camp
- What ages does Forge Makerspace Summer Camp accept?
- Forge Makerspace Summer Camp 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 Summer Camp cost?
- Forge Makerspace Summer Camp publishes $650/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Forge Makerspace Summer Camp's hours?
- Forge Makerspace Summer Camp runs 8:30 AM drop-off, 3:00-3:15 PM pick-up. 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 Summer Camp?
- Forge Makerspace Summer Camp 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 Summer Camp provide lunch?
- Forge Makerspace Summer Camp 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 Summer Camp offer extended care?
- Yes — Forge Makerspace Summer Camp offers extended care (Aftercare until 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.
- How does Forge Makerspace Summer Camp compare to other science/tech camps in Santa Monica?
- Forge Makerspace Summer Camp 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
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Forge Makerspace Summer Camp with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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