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Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - Camp Invention: Spark

Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Banning Lewis Ranch Academy offers an engaging STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, featuring hands-on activ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Banning Lewis Ranch Academy, focusing on the 'Spark' curriculum for grades K-6. Camp Invention is a national program by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website indicates the camp runs from July 8-12, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. While specific Google reviews for this particular location are not readily available, Camp Invention as a whole generally receives positive feedback, with many locations averaging 4.5 stars or higher on Google, often praised for engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The program is a day camp, and the owner type is affiliated with the National Inventors Hall of Fame, making it a non-profit educational initiative. The Camp Invention website mentions that all program team members are thoroughly vetted, implying background checks are conducted, though specific language is not on this particular page. Social media handles for the broader Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'CampInvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - 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
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Operator
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 7094 Cottonwood Tree Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80927
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - 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 Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - 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 Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - 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 Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - 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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