Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding
Lavner Camps at UCLA offers day camps focused on technology and STEM, including an Introduction to Python Coding program for various age groups.
▌ Editor's read The Lavner Camps website loads successfully and details a variety of tech and STEM day camps offered at UCLA, including an Introduction to Python Coding course. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The 'About Us' page states that Lavner Camps has been operating for 25 years and was founded by Aaron Lavner. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in safety protocols. Google reviews for 'Lavner Camps' generally show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents often praising the engaging instructors and diverse program offerings. The camp is a for-profit entity, offering specialized programs for different age groups, from 1st to 12th grade. Social media handles @lavnercamps on Instagram and 'lavnercamps' on Facebook are active.
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Since 200125+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 9–10
Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right science/tech fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 9–10
- Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Address: UCLA – 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
- Phone: (310) 988-2968
- Cost notes: $849-$999/week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding
- What ages does Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding accept?
- Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding is open to children ages 9–10. 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: Introduction to Python Coding cost?
- Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding publishes $924/week for the standard session. $849-$999/week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding's hours?
- Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding 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: Introduction to Python Coding?
- Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding is operated by a private business, with 25 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: Introduction to Python Coding provide lunch?
- Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding 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 Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding offer extended care?
- Yes — Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding offers extended care (8:00-9:00 AM ($10/day) and 3:00-5:45 PM ($28/day)). 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: Introduction to Python Coding compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Lavner UCLA: Introduction to Python Coding 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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