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Darien High School - Camp Invention: Spark

Darien High School

Camp Invention: Spark at Darien High School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on innovation and problem-solving.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the Camp Invention program page for Darien High School. This specific program, 'Spark,' is a day camp designed for children in grades K-6, focusing on STEM education through hands-on activities. The camp is run by Camp Invention, an initiative of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, which is a non-profit organization, making the owner type 'university' as it's an educational institution. The website states that 'all program team members undergo background checks,' indicating a commitment to safety. While specific Google reviews for the Darien High School location were not readily available, Camp Invention as a whole has a strong reputation, with many positive reviews praising its engaging curriculum and inspiring activities for children. The program is not listed as ACA accredited. 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

Darien High School - 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
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 80 High School Lane, Darien, CT 06820
  • 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 Darien High School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Darien High School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Darien High School - 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 Darien High School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Darien High School - 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 Darien High School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Darien High School - 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.
Who runs Darien High School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Darien High School - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Darien High School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Darien High School - 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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