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Redmond Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Redmond Elementary

Camp Invention: Spark at Redmond Elementary offers a hands-on STEM program for K-6th graders, focusing on innovation, problem-solving, and creative thinking.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Redmond Elementary. Camp Invention is a national program by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, offering STEM-focused day camps for children in grades K-6. The 'Spark' program at Redmond Elementary runs from July 8-12, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The website explicitly states that 'All program team members are background checked,' which is a significant safety assurance. While specific Google reviews for this particular Redmond Elementary location are not readily available, Camp Invention as a whole generally receives positive feedback, often praised for its engaging and educational activities. The program is not ACA accredited, which is common for school-hosted day camps. The owner type is 'unknown' as the camp is hosted at a school but operated by a national non-profit organization.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Redmond 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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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 16800 NE 80th St, Redmond, WA 98052
  • 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 Redmond Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Redmond Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Redmond 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 Redmond Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Redmond 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 Redmond Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Redmond 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.
Does Redmond Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Redmond 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.
How does Redmond Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark compare to other stem camps in Redmond?
Redmond Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark is one of 5 stem camps in Redmond that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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