Science in Motion
Science in Motion is a day camp offered by Bucks County Community College, providing STEM-focused activities for children.
▌ Editor's read The Science in Motion camp is part of the 'Kids on Campus' program offered by Bucks County Community College, indicating a university affiliation (https://www.bucks.edu/kidsoncampus/). The website lists various STEM-related camps, including 'Science in Motion' (https://www.bucks.edu/kidsoncampus/summercamps/). These are day camps, as evidenced by the daily schedules and lack of overnight accommodation information. The cost per week is listed as $358, which aligns with the provided information. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or specific background check language on the provided URL. The camp leverages the resources and educational environment of a community college.
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University programRun by an academic institution
Who thrives here Ages 5–10
Science in Motion 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
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–10
- Hours: "9:00 AM - 3:30 PM"
- Address: 275 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA 18940, USA
- Phone: (215) 968-8409
- Cost notes: "USD"
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Science in Motion
- What ages does Science in Motion accept?
- Science in Motion is open to children ages 5–10. 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 Science in Motion cost?
- Science in Motion publishes $358/week for the standard session. "USD" Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Science in Motion's hours?
- Science in Motion 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 Science in Motion?
- Science in Motion is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Science in Motion provide lunch?
- Science in Motion 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 Science in Motion compare to other stem camps in Newtown?
- Science in Motion is one of 7 stem camps in Newtown 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 Science in Motion 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.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Science in Motion.
- Awesome Artists · "" · Ages 5–10 · $303/week
- Bucks County Community College Summer Camps · Bucks County Parks and Recreation · Ages 6–16
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- Green Thumb · "" · Ages 7–12 · $358/week
- Lego Builders Adventure Camp · "" · Ages 5–10 · $368/week
- Makers on the Move · "" · Ages 5–10 · $358/week
- Makerspace for Beginners · "" · Ages 5–10 · $358/week
- NASA Journey to Outer Space/NASA STEM Explorers · "" · Ages 5–10 · $479/week