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St. Michael Parish School - Camp Invention: Spark

St. Michael Parish School

Camp Invention: Spark at St. Michael Parish School offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, featuring hands-on activities and cr...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at St. Michael Parish School in Olympia, WA, for the 'Spark' curriculum. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from July 22-26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The program is designed by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, focusing on STEM education through hands-on activities. The website does not provide information on staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. As a program hosted by a school, it is likely operated by St. Michael Parish School, which is a private educational institution. There is no indication of ACA accreditation for this specific program, nor is state licensing information readily available on the Camp Invention page. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction, often praising the engaging curriculum and enthusiastic instructors, though specific reviews for the St. Michael Parish School location were not found.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

St. Michael Parish 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
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1204 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501
  • 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 St. Michael Parish School - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does St. Michael Parish School - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
St. Michael Parish 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 St. Michael Parish School - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
St. Michael Parish 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 St. Michael Parish School - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
St. Michael Parish 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 St. Michael Parish School - Camp Invention: Spark?
St. Michael Parish 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 St. Michael Parish School - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
St. Michael Parish 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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