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Schertz United Methodist Church - Camp Invention: Spark

Schertz United Methodist Church

Camp Invention: Spark at Schertz United Methodist Church offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, featuring hands-on activities ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Schertz United Methodist Church, indicating it is a day camp for children in grades K-6. The Camp Invention program itself is a national initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. While the specific Schertz location does not have independent Google reviews, the broader Camp Invention program generally receives positive feedback for its engaging STEM activities. The camp is owned and operated by Schertz United Methodist Church, which serves as the host site. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation, state licensing, staff-to-camper ratios, or specific background check policies on the provided page. The program runs from July 22-26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Schertz United Methodist Church - 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
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 3460 Roy Richard Dr, Schertz, TX 78154
  • 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 Schertz United Methodist Church - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Schertz United Methodist Church - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Schertz United Methodist Church - 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 Schertz United Methodist Church - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Schertz United Methodist Church - 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 Schertz United Methodist Church - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Schertz United Methodist Church - 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 Schertz United Methodist Church - Camp Invention: Spark?
Schertz United Methodist Church - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Schertz United Methodist Church - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Schertz United Methodist Church - 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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