Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 5–11 · $1,650/week
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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 5–11

Destination Science

Beverly Hills · $1,650/week · ★ 3.7 (3 reviews)

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▌ Editor's read The Destination Science website loads as a functional camp site, offering day camps for children aged 5-11 with a strong emphasis on STEM subjects like robotics, engineering, and science. The camp was founded by Nancy Gordon and has been operating for 27 years, indicating significant experience in the field. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While not ACA accredited, Destination Science has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from 116 Google reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and the enthusiasm of the counselors. The program is clearly a day camp, and based on the 'About Us' page, it appears to be a for-profit organization. Social media handles include @destinationscience on Instagram and 'destinationscience' on Facebook.
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Since 199927+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Destination Science 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
1999 (27 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
  • Address: Beverly Vista Middle School, 200 S Elm Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
  • Phone: (888) 909-2822
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Not listed

Runs 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, 9 sessions (9 one-week), from Jun 8 to Aug 7.

Sessions

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

  • Session 1 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $449
  • Session 2 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $449
  • Session 3 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $449
  • Session 4 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $449
  • Session 4 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $449
  • Session 5 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $449
  • Session 6 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $449
  • Session 8 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $449
  • Session 8 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $449

↗ What parents like

  • Door-to-door transportation
  • Hot lunch program included

↘ Watch for

  • Only serves a specific geographic area
  • No weekend or overnight options

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Destination Science

What ages does Destination Science accept?
Destination Science is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Destination Science cost?
Destination Science publishes $1,650/week for the standard session. Not listed Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Destination Science's hours?
Destination Science 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 Destination Science?
Destination Science is operated by a private business, with 27 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 Destination Science provide lunch?
Yes — Destination Science includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Does Destination Science offer extended care?
Yes — Destination Science offers extended care (cost not listed). 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 Destination Science offer transportation?
Destination Science provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
How does Destination Science compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Destination Science 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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