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Henderson Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Henderson Elementary

Henderson Elementary hosts Camp Invention: Spark, a STEM-focused day camp designed to inspire creativity and problem-solving in children through hands-on act...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully and directs to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Henderson Elementary in Dumfries, VA. Camp Invention is a national program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, indicating a well-established curriculum and operational structure. The program is a day camp, running from June 24-28, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The website does not provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about background checks for staff at this particular location, as it is a host site for a larger program. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show positive feedback, with an average rating of 4.7 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising the engaging activities and educational value. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for the overarching Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and CampInvention on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Henderson 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
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Established
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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: 3799 Waterway Drive, Dumfries, VA 22025
  • 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 Henderson Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

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