Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 5–11 · $499/week
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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 5–11

Destination Science: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp

Los Angeles · $499/week

Destination Science offers hands-on STEM day camps for children aged 5-11, focusing on engaging projects like movie...

▌ Editor's read Destination Science is a day camp for children aged 5-11, specializing in hands-on STEM activities. The website, destinationscience.org, loads successfully and details various camp themes such as Movie Maker STEM Lab, Robot Factory, and Space Adventures. The 'About Us' page states the camp was founded by Jay and Nancy and has been operating for 27 years. While not ACA accredited, the camp emphasizes safety, stating that all staff undergo background checks and that a nurse is on-site. Google reviews for 'Destination Science' show an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The camp is a for-profit organization, and its social media presence includes an active Instagram (@destinationscience) and Facebook (destinationscience) page.
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Since 199927+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Destination Science: 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

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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: Yes
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Destination Science: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp

What ages does Destination Science: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp accept?
Destination Science: 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: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp cost?
Destination Science: Movie Maker STEM Lab 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: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp's hours?
Destination Science: 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: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp?
Destination Science: 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: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp provide lunch?
Destination Science: 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.
Does Destination Science: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp offer extended care?
Yes — Destination Science: Movie Maker STEM Lab 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.
Does Destination Science: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp offer financial aid?
Yes — Destination Science: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
How does Destination Science: Movie Maker STEM Lab Camp compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Destination Science: 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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