Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist
A camp for aspiring paleontologists to learn about fossils, dinosaurs, and the prehistoric world through hands-on...
▌ Editor's read Club SciKidz Los Angeles operates as a day camp, offering a variety of science and technology programs for children aged 4-15. The website states that the organization has been operating for 28 years, founded by Bob and Sue Hagan. They emphasize hands-on learning experiences across diverse subjects. The camp explicitly mentions that all staff are background checked, indicating a commitment to safety. While the specific 'Junior Paleontologist' camp is one of many offerings, the overall program focuses on STEM education. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Google reviews for Club SciKidz Los Angeles show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 10 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable instructors.
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Since 199828+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 4–9
Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. science/tech content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1998 (28 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 4–9
- Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Address: 3921 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
- Phone: (310) 467-1171
- Email: [email protected]
↗ What parents like
- Learn about fossils and dinosaurs
- Hands-on paleontology activities
- Simulated fossil digs
↘ Watch for
- Limited to 20 campers
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist
- What ages does Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist accept?
- Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist is open to children ages 4–9. 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 Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist cost?
- Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist publishes $549/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist's hours?
- Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist 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 Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist?
- Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist is operated by a private business, with 28 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 Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist provide lunch?
- Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist 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 Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist offer extended care?
- Yes — Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist offers extended care (3-4 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.
- How does Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Club SciKidz — Junior Paleontologist 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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