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Central Christian College - Camp Invention: Spark

Central Christian College

Camp Invention: Spark at Central Christian College offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on innovation and problem-s...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Central Christian College in McPherson, Kansas. Camp Invention is a national STEM program for K-6th graders, focusing on hands-on activities and innovation. The website indicates that the program runs as a day camp from June 3-7, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. While Central Christian College is the host, the program itself is developed by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The Camp Invention website mentions that all program team members are background checked and trained. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show a high satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising the engaging curriculum and enthusiastic staff. The program is not individually ACA accredited, as it's a national curriculum delivered by various hosts. Social media handles for the overarching Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Central Christian College - 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
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1200 S Main Street, McPherson, KS 67460
  • 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 Central Christian College - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Central Christian College - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Central Christian College - 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 Central Christian College - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Central Christian College - 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 Central Christian College - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Central Christian College - 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 Central Christian College - Camp Invention: Spark?
Central Christian College - 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 Central Christian College - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Central Christian College - 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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