Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp
Destination Science offers STEM-focused day camps for children aged 5-11, emphasizing hands-on learning in areas...
▌ Editor's read Destination Science is a day camp program that has been operating for 27 years, founded by Jay and Nancy Marks. The website states they offer STEM camps for children aged 5-11, with programs like Movie Maker STEM Lab, Robotics, and Space & Flight. They explicitly mention that all staff undergo background checks. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Destination Science' generally show a positive rating, often around 4.5 stars, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable staff, though specific review counts vary by location. The program appears to be for-profit. Social media handles include @destinationscience on Instagram and 'destinationscience' on Facebook, where they share camp activities and updates.
Who thrives here Ages 5–11
Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp 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
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 5–11
- Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Address: Beverly Hills, CA
- Phone: (888) 909-2822
- Email: [email protected]
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
- Hands-on science projects
- Multiple locations
↘ Watch for
- No specific camp dates
- No pricing details
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp
- What ages does Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp accept?
- Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp 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 BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp cost?
- Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp publishes $480/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp's hours?
- Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab 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 Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp?
- Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp 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 BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp provide lunch?
- Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab 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.
- How does Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Destination Science BH — Movie Maker STEM Lab 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.
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