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Opstad Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Opstad Elementary

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

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Opstad Elementary in North Bend, WA. Camp Invention is a national program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, a non-profit organization, making the owner type 'university' as it's affiliated with educational institutions and innovation. This specific program, 'Spark,' is a day camp for children in grades K-6. The website mentions that all program instructors are local educators and that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the program is well-structured with a defined curriculum. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising its engaging activities and educational value. The program's Instagram handle is @campinvention and Facebook handle is CampInvention.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Opstad 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
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1345 Stilson Ave SE, North Bend, WA 98045
  • 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 Opstad Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

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