Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 6–9 · $899/week
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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 6–9

Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch

Los Angeles · $899/week · ★ 4.6 (262 reviews)

Learn coding fundamentals and create animations and games using the Scratch programming language.

▌ Editor's read The Lavner Camps website loads successfully and details their UCLA location, offering various STEM programs including Coding 101 with Scratch. The organization, founded by Michael Lavner, has been operating for 22 years, indicating significant experience in the camp industry. They explicitly state that all staff members undergo comprehensive background checks. The program is a day camp, running from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with optional extended hours. Lavner Camps has a strong online presence, including an Instagram handle @lavnercamps and a Facebook page 'lavnercamps'. Google reviews for 'Lavner Camps' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, with parents frequently praising the engaging instructors and well-structured curriculum. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–9

Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch 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
2004 (22 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 6–9
  • Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
  • Address: UCLA – 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
  • Phone: (310) 988-2968
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $899/week. Early bird and multi-week discounts available.

↗ What parents like

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Creative coding projects
  • Prestigious location

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Limited age range

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch

What ages does Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch accept?
Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch is open to children ages 6–9. 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 Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch cost?
Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch publishes $899/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch's hours?
Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch 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 Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch?
Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch is operated by a private business, with 22 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 Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch provide lunch?
Yes — Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch 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 Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch offer extended care?
Yes — Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch offers extended care (8-9 AM / 3-5:45 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 Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Lavner UCLA: Coding 101 with Scratch 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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