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Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - Camp Invention: Spark

Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building

Camp Invention: Spark at Maryland School for the Deaf offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children, emphasizing hands-on innovation and problem-sol...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at the Maryland School for the Deaf - Frederick Campus. Camp Invention is a national STEM program, and this particular offering is a day camp. The website states that 'All local program team members are thoroughly vetted, including comprehensive background checks,' indicating a commitment to safety. While the specific Maryland School for the Deaf location does not have independent Google reviews for its Camp Invention program, Camp Invention as a whole generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.6-star rating from over 1,000 reviews on Google for their national program. The program focuses on hands-on activities, encouraging creativity and problem-solving. No specific staff-to-camper ratio is listed for this location. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - 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: 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21701
  • 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 Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - 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 Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - 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 Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - 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 Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Maryland School for the Deaf- Frederick Campus - ELY Building - 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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