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Meridian Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Meridian Elementary School

Meridian Elementary School hosts Camp Invention: Spark, a day camp offering hands-on STEM activities for children in grades K-6, focusing on innovation and c...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a page for Camp Invention: Spark hosted at Meridian Elementary School in Sanford, MI. This is a day camp for children entering grades K-6, running from June 17-21, 2024. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, which emphasizes hands-on STEM activities. The website does not provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or mention background check policies for this particular location, though Camp Invention generally outlines safety protocols. As a school-hosted program, it likely operates under the school's existing safety and staffing guidelines. There is no indication of ACA accreditation for this specific camp location. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show positive feedback, with a rating of 4.6 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising its engaging activities and educational value.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Meridian Elementary 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
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 3353 N Meridian Rd, Sanford, MI 48657
  • 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 Meridian Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Meridian Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Meridian Elementary 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 Meridian Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Meridian Elementary 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 Meridian Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Meridian Elementary 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.
Who runs Meridian Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Meridian Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Meridian Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Meridian Elementary 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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