Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us
Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us
▌ Editor's read The Lavner Camps website loads successfully and details their summer day camp programs at UCLA, including the Spy Strategies & Among Us camp. The organization has been operating for 23 years, founded by Michael Lavner. While not ACA accredited, the website states that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in safety, first aid, and CPR. Google reviews for 'Lavner Camps' generally show a high rating, with an average of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the engaging instructors and diverse program offerings. The camp offers a variety of STEM-focused programs for ages 6-14, with specific age ranges for each course. The program is a day camp, and the organization is a for-profit entity. Social media handles for Instagram (@lavnercamps) and Facebook (LavnerCamps) are easily accessible on the site.
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Since 200323+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–10
Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us 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
- 2003 (23 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 7–10
- Hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Address: 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
- Phone: (310) 988-2968
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $899/week (5-day); $769 (4-day weeks)
↗ What parents like
- UCLA campus location
- Specialized tech courses
↘ Watch for
- High cost
- Limited availability
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us
- What ages does Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us accept?
- Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us is open to children ages 7–10. 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 — Spy Strategies & Among Us cost?
- Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us 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 — Spy Strategies & Among Us's hours?
- Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us 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 — Spy Strategies & Among Us?
- Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us is operated by a private business, with 23 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 — Spy Strategies & Among Us provide lunch?
- Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us 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 — Spy Strategies & Among Us offer extended care?
- Yes — Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us offers extended care alongside the main program 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 — Spy Strategies & Among Us compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Lavner @ UCLA — Spy Strategies & Among Us 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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