Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 9–11 · $520/week
▌ Science/Tech · Ages 9–11

Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder

Brentwood · $520/week · ★ 4.2 (5 reviews)

Galileo offers summer day camps with a blend of STEAM exploration and outdoor fun for kids in grades K-8.

▌ Editor's read The Camp Galileo website loads as a real camp site, offering day camps across multiple locations. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation expiring in 2024, signifying compliance with industry safety and quality standards. The camp was founded by Glen Tripp in 2002, indicating 23 years of operation. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:8 for younger campers and mention background checks for all staff. Camp Galileo is a for-profit organization. Google reviews for 'Camp Galileo' generally show a high rating, often around 4.8 stars from hundreds of reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The camp's program focuses on innovation, combining art, science, and outdoor play for various age groups.
ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
Since 200323+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 9–11

Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder 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
Yes
Established
2003 (23 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Money & Policies

Financial aid
Available · Need-based, Sliding-scale Apply →

Sliding scale scholarships, 20-75% off based on financial need. Apply with proof of income.

Session lengths
4-day · 5-day (full week)
What campers take home
Campers create hands-on STEAM projects including coral reefs, castles, robots and go-karts.

Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 9–11
  • Hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
  • Address: 11955 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
  • Phone: (213) 715-3164
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $520/week for the Animal Bot Builder program. Other programs may have different costs.

Runs 9:00 AM–3:00 PM, 6 sessions (6 one-week), from Jun 22 to Jul 31.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $520
  • Session 2 Jun 29 – Jul 2, 2026 · 1 week · $450
  • Session 3 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $520
  • Session 4 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $520
  • Session 5 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $520
  • Session 6 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $520

↗ What parents like

  • Hands-on STEAM projects
  • Collaborative learning environment

↘ Watch for

  • No lunch provided
  • Extended care costs extra

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder

What ages does Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder accept?
Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder is open to children ages 9–11. 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 Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder cost?
Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder publishes $520/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder's hours?
Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder 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.
Is Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder accredited?
Yes — Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 23 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder?
Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder is operated by a private business, with 23 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder provide lunch?
Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder 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 Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder offer extended care?
Yes — Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder offers extended care (AM 8-9 ($45/wk), PM 3-6 ($90/wk)). 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 Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder offer financial aid?
Yes — Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder 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 Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Camp Galileo BW — Animal Bot Builder 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.

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