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Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training

Tuscan Elementary · $210/week

Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training at Tuscan Elementary offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for rising 7th-9th graders, emphasizing leadership and inve...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to a specific Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training program at Tuscan Elementary in Maplewood, NJ, for rising 7th-9th graders. Camp Invention is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, a non-profit organization. While this specific location doesn't have individual Google reviews, Camp Invention as a whole generally receives positive feedback, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews on Google, with parents frequently praising the engaging STEM activities and enthusiastic staff. The website mentions that all program staff undergo background checks. The program is a day camp, running from June 24-28, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The Leaders-in-Training program focuses on developing leadership skills, mentoring younger campers, and participating in advanced STEM challenges. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.
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Who thrives here Ages 12–15

Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training 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
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Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 12–15
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: 25 Harvard Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training

What ages does Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training accept?
Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training is open to children ages 12–15. 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 Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training cost?
Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training publishes $210/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training's hours?
Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training runs 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training?
Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training provide lunch?
Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training 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 Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training compare to other stem camps in Maplewood?
Camp Invention Leaders-in-Training is one of 5 stem camps in Maplewood 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.

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