Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 7–15 · $595/week
▌ Science/Tech · Ages 7–15

ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp

Westwood · $595/week

ASTEME offers STEM and creative writing day camps in Los Angeles, focusing on hands-on learning and skill development for various age groups.

▌ Editor's read The ASTEME website (asteme.com/summer) loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer camp programs. ASTEME is not accredited by the ACA. The camp offers day programs with various STEM and creative writing themes, including Robotics, Coding, Minecraft, and Creative Writing, for ages 5-14. The 'About Us' page mentions Dr. Shereen G. Naser as the founder and CEO. Google reviews for 'ASTEME' show a 4.9-star rating based on 104 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities, knowledgeable instructors, and positive learning environment. The website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff. Social media handles found are @asteme_official on Instagram and 'astemeofficial' on Facebook.

Who thrives here Ages 7–15

ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right science/tech fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
  • Address: 1651 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
  • Phone: (310) 650-0919
  • Email: [email protected]

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: Yes
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp

What ages does ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp accept?
ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp is open to children ages 7–15. 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 ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp cost?
ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp publishes $595/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp's hours?
ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp 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 ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp?
ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp provide lunch?
ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp 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.
Does ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp offer extended care?
Yes — ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp offers extended care (8:00 AM–9:00 AM and 3:00 PM–5:30 PM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
Does ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp offer financial aid?
Yes — ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
How does ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp is one of 525 science/tech camps in Los Angeles 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.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp with other camps.

Browse similar camps

Indexable directory cuts for families comparing ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp against nearby options.

Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside ASTEME — Creative Writing Camp.