Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 5–11 · $270/week
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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 5–11

STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest

Los Angeles · $270/week · ★ 4.0 (15 reviews)

A chess-themed camp for all skill levels with a focus on strategy and fun.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.starinc.org/summer-camp2026, loads successfully and details STAR Education's summer camp offerings, including the Galactic Chess Quest. STAR Education is a non-profit organization founded by Mark Mitchell and has been operating for over 35 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp is a day camp, offering various themed programs. The website explicitly states that 'All STAR Staff are fingerprinted and background checked,' indicating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the organization's long history and non-profit status suggest a focus on quality programming. Google reviews for 'STAR Education' show a rating of 4.3 stars based on 100+ reviews, with many parents praising the variety of activities and engaging staff. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association, and no state license number is provided on the website.
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Since 199135+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest 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
1991 (35 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Address: 10100 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 2000, Los Angeles, CA 90067
  • Phone: (310) 842-8542
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $270-$495/week depending on location. Plus $75 registration fee.

↗ What parents like

  • Improves strategic thinking
  • Suitable for all skill levels
  • Multiple locations available

↘ Watch for

  • Weekly cost varies by location
  • Additional registration fee

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest

What ages does STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest accept?
STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest 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 STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest cost?
STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest publishes $270/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest?
STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 35 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 STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest provide lunch?
STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest 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 STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest offer extended care?
Yes — STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest offers extended care (8:00 AM-9:00 AM and 3:00 PM-6:00 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 STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
STAR Education - Galactic Chess Quest 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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