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Murrayville Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Murrayville Elementary

Camp Invention: Spark at Murrayville Elementary offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, emphasizing hands-on innovation and pro...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a legitimate page for Camp Invention: Spark hosted at Murrayville Elementary in Wilmington, NC. This is a day camp program for children in grades K-6, running from June 24-28, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative, which is a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. While specific staff ratios for this particular location are not listed, Camp Invention's general FAQ page states that all program staff and volunteers undergo background checks. The program is hosted at a school, suggesting a partnership between Camp Invention and Murrayville Elementary. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction, with many locations averaging 4.5 stars or higher, praising the engaging activities and educational value. The official Camp Invention Facebook page is 'CampInvention'.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Murrayville Elementary - 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: 225 Mabee Way, Wilmington, NC 28411
  • 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 Murrayville Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

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