Hereford High School - Camp Invention: Spark
Camp Invention: Spark at Hereford High School offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for K-6th graders, focusing on hands-on innovation and problem-solv...
▌ Editor's read This specific Camp Invention program is hosted at Hereford High School, indicating a partnership with a local educational institution. It is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from June 24-28, 2024, with standard hours of 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM and extended day options. The camp is part of the larger national Camp Invention program, which is a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website provides details about the curriculum, including activities like 'Marble Run Mania' and 'Mini Golf Challenge'. While the specific Hereford High School location does not list ACA accreditation, the national Camp Invention program is widely recognized. No specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for this particular location were found on the provided URL.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Hereford 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
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 17301 York Rd, Parkton, MD 21120
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Hereford High School - Camp Invention: Spark
- What ages does Hereford High School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
- Hereford 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 Hereford High School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
- Hereford High School - Camp Invention: Spark 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 Hereford High School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
- Hereford 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.
- Does Hereford High School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
- Hereford 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.
Planning guides
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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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