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Lillian Schumacher Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Lillian Schumacher Elementary School

Lillian Schumacher Elementary School hosts Camp Invention: Spark, a STEM-focused day camp designed to inspire creativity and problem-solving in children thro...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Lillian Schumacher Elementary School in Liberty, MO. Camp Invention is a national program, not a standalone camp, and is therefore not individually ACA accredited; however, the national organization states that all program staff and volunteers undergo background checks. The program is a day camp, focusing on STEM activities. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show a high satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising its engaging curriculum and positive impact on children's interest in science. The camp is owned and operated by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, partnering with local schools like Lillian Schumacher Elementary to host the program. Social media handles for the national program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Lillian Schumacher 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: 425 Claywoods Pkwy, Liberty, MO 64068
  • 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 Lillian Schumacher Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Lillian Schumacher Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Lillian Schumacher 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 Lillian Schumacher Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Lillian Schumacher 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 Lillian Schumacher Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Lillian Schumacher 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 Lillian Schumacher Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Lillian Schumacher 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 Lillian Schumacher Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Lillian Schumacher 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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