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Daffodil Valley Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Daffodil Valley Elementary

Daffodil Valley Elementary hosts Camp Invention: Spark, a STEM-focused day camp designed to inspire creativity and problem-solving in children through hands-...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Daffodil Valley Elementary in Sumner, WA. Camp Invention is a national program, and this specific location offers the 'Spark' curriculum. The program is a day camp, running from June 24-28, 2024, for grades K-6. The Camp Invention website states that all program instructors are local educators and that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. While specific reviews for the Daffodil Valley Elementary location are not readily available, Camp Invention generally holds a high reputation, with a Google review rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews for the national program. The camp is likely owned by the school district, hosting the national program. Social media handles for the national Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and CampInvention on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Daffodil Valley 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
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1509 Valley Avenue, Sumner, WA 98390
  • 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 Daffodil Valley Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

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