Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp
Destination Science offers STEM-focused day camps for children aged 5-11, featuring hands-on projects in science,...
▌ Editor's read Destination Science is a day camp program that has been operating for 28 years, founded by Jay and Nancy Marks. The website, destinationscience.org, loads successfully and details various STEM-focused camps for children aged 5-11. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the site states that all staff are background checked and trained. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Destination Science' generally show a positive rating of 4.5 stars based on over 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable staff. The program focuses on hands-on learning with themes like 'Jedi Engineering' and 'Robotics & Coding'.
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Since 199828+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 5–11
Destination Science: Jedi Engineering 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
- 1998 (28 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 5–11
- Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Phone: (888) 909-2822
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Sale price is $499, regular price is $529. Price may vary by location.
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
- Website is slow to load
- Specific camp details hard to find
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp
- What ages does Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp accept?
- Destination Science: Jedi Engineering 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: Jedi Engineering Camp cost?
- Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp publishes $499/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp's hours?
- Destination Science: Jedi Engineering 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: Jedi Engineering Camp?
- Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp 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 Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp provide lunch?
- Destination Science: Jedi Engineering 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.
- Does Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp offer extended care?
- Yes — Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp offers extended care (Available at select locations). 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 Destination Science: Jedi Engineering Camp compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Destination Science: Jedi Engineering 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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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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