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Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering

Fairfield University · ★ 4.6 (59 reviews)

Camp CrunchLabs® IRL offers hands-on engineering experiences for kids and teens, focusing on STEM skills through building and design challenges.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.idtech.com/locations/, loads as the official website for iD Tech, which hosts Camp CrunchLabs® IRL. iD Tech is a for-profit organization that has been operating for 25 years, founded by Pete Roberts. The camp is a day program, with a stated staff-to-student ratio of 1:10, and the website explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While iD Tech is a large national program, it is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for iD Tech generally show a positive rating, averaging around 4.5 stars from thousands of reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging instructors and the quality of the STEM curriculum. Social media handles include @idtech on Instagram and 'idtech' on Facebook, where they actively post updates and program highlights.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–9

Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering 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
2001 (25 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Money & Policies

FSA eligible
Yes — FSA / DCFSA accepted
Sibling discount
$25 off second child

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 7–9
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: Fairfield, CT 06824
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering

What ages does Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering accept?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering is open to children ages 7–9. 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 Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering cost?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering 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 Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering's hours?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering 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 Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering is operated by a private business, with 25 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering provide lunch?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering 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.
Is Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering eligible for Dependent Care FSA reimbursement?
Yes — Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering qualifies for Dependent Care FSA / 401(k) Dependent Care reimbursement under IRS rules covering work-enabling childcare for kids under 13. Save the camp's W-9 / EIN; you'll need it for the IRS Form 2441 filing in April.
How does Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering compare to other stem camps in Fairfield?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering is one of 24 stem camps in Fairfield 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.

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