Active Minds Learning - Shark Week
Active Minds Learning offers STEM-focused day camps, including a 'Shark Week' program, designed to engage children in hands-on scientific exploration and lea...
▌ Editor's read The website for Active Minds Learning loads successfully, showcasing their 2026 summer schedule which includes a 'Shark Week' camp. The camp is a day program, focusing on STEM activities. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on their website, nor are they listed in the ACA directory. The website does not provide information regarding state licensing or specific staff-to-camper ratios. While the site does not explicitly mention background checks, it does state that 'all staff are CPR/First Aid certified.' The camp has a Facebook page (ActiveMindsLearning) and an Instagram handle (@activemindslearning). Google reviews for 'Active Minds Learning' show a rating of 5.0 stars based on 10 reviews, with parents praising the engaging and educational content. The website details various STEM themes, suggesting a commitment to hands-on learning experiences for children.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Active Minds Learning - Shark Week 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: 9630 Belair Rd, Nottingham, MD 21236
- Phone: (443) 900-1100
- Cost notes: Rates not listed on the website. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Active Minds Learning - Shark Week
- What ages does Active Minds Learning - Shark Week accept?
- Active Minds Learning - Shark Week 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 Active Minds Learning - Shark Week cost?
- Active Minds Learning - Shark Week doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Rates not listed on the website. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Active Minds Learning - Shark Week's hours?
- Active Minds Learning - Shark Week 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 Active Minds Learning - Shark Week provide lunch?
- Active Minds Learning - Shark Week 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.
- How does Active Minds Learning - Shark Week compare to other stem camps in Nottingham?
- Active Minds Learning - Shark Week is one of 6 stem camps in Nottingham 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Active Minds Learning - Shark Week with other camps.
- 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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