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Colonel John Robinson School - Camp Invention: Spark

Colonel John Robinson School

Camp Invention: Spark at Colonel John Robinson School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on innovation and proble...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a legitimate page for Camp Invention: Spark, hosted at Colonel John Robinson School in Westford, MA. This is a day camp program designed for children in grades K-6, focusing on STEM education through hands-on activities. The camp is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website details the 'Spark' curriculum, which includes modules like 'Marble Run Mania' and 'Mini Golf Design'. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the site mentions that all program staff and volunteers undergo background checks. The camp has a 4.8-star rating from over 1,000 Google reviews for Camp Invention generally, with many praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The program runs from June 24-28, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. There is no indication of ACA accreditation or state licensing information on the page.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Colonel John Robinson 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
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Established
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Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 60 Concord Rd, Westford, MA 01886
  • 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 Colonel John Robinson School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Colonel John Robinson School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Colonel John Robinson 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 Colonel John Robinson School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Colonel John Robinson 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 Colonel John Robinson School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Colonel John Robinson 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.
Does Colonel John Robinson School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Colonel John Robinson 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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