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Thetford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

Thetford Elementary School

Camp Invention: Spark at Thetford Elementary School offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for K-6th graders, focusing on hands-on innovation and proble...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the Camp Invention website for the 'Spark' program at Thetford Elementary School. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from June 24-28, 2024. The program is developed by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, indicating a structured and well-researched STEM curriculum. The Camp Invention website states that all program team members undergo a comprehensive background check. While specific Google reviews for this particular location are not readily available, the overall Camp Invention program generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.8-star rating from over 1,000 reviews on Google for the national program. The camp is hosted by a school, suggesting a safe and familiar environment. No specific state licensing information for this individual camp location is provided on the site, as it operates under the broader Camp Invention umbrella. The Camp Invention Facebook page is 'CampInvention'.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Thetford Elementary 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
Not verified
Established
Not listed
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: 2689 Route 113, Thetford, VT 05074
  • 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 Thetford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Thetford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Thetford Elementary 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 Thetford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Thetford Elementary 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 Thetford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Thetford Elementary 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.
Who runs Thetford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark?
Thetford Elementary School - 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 Thetford Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Thetford Elementary 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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