Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms
Camp Galileo offers innovative day camps focused on art, science, and outdoor activities, fostering creativity and...
▌ Editor's read The Camp Galileo website (galileo-camps.com) loads successfully and presents as a professional camp organization. The 'About Us' page states that Galileo was founded in 2002 by Glen Tripp, indicating 24 years of operation. The camp is a for-profit entity. While the website mentions a commitment to safety, including background checks for staff, it does not explicitly state ACA accreditation. The program type is day camp, with various themes and age groups offered, including 'Castles & Kingdoms' for pre-K to K. Google reviews for 'Galileo Camps' show a strong average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. Social media handles found are @galileocamps on Instagram and galileocamps on Facebook, both actively maintained.
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Since 200224+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–9
Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms 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 science/tech program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2002 (24 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 7–9
- Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Address: 300 N. Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Phone: (800) 854-3684
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $500 (4-day week)
↗ What parents like
- STEAM-focused learning
- Hands-on projects
↘ Watch for
- No lunch provided
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms
- What ages does Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms accept?
- Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms is open to children ages 7–9. 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 Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms cost?
- Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms publishes $500/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms's hours?
- Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms 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 Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms?
- Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms is operated by a private business, with 24 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 Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms provide lunch?
- Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms 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 Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms offer extended care?
- Yes — Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms offers extended care (AM 8-9, PM 3-6). 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.
- How does Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Camp Galileo Stars (2-3): Castles & Kingdoms 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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