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Benton Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

Benton Middle School

Camp Invention: Spark at Benton Middle School offers a week-long STEM day camp experience for K-6th graders, focusing on hands-on activities and creative pro...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the Camp Invention program page for Benton Middle School in Manassas, VA. This is a day camp for grades K-6, running from July 8-12, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The program is part of the larger National Inventors Hall of Fame's Camp Invention initiative, which has been operating for over 30 years. The website mentions that all program materials are included and that local educators lead the programs, with a commitment to background checks for all staff. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the program emphasizes hands-on, small-group activities. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show positive feedback, with an average rating of 4.7 stars from over 2,000 reviews, praising the engaging curriculum and enthusiastic instructors. 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

Benton Middle School - 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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Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 7411 Hoadly Rd, Manassas, VA 20112
  • 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 Benton Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Benton Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Benton Middle School - 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 Benton Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Benton Middle School - 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 Benton Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Benton Middle School - 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.
Does Benton Middle School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Benton Middle School - 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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