Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest
STAR, Inc. offers diverse day camp programs in Los Angeles, including the 'Galactic Chess Quest' at Warner Avenue Elementary, focusing on enrichment and skil...
▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.starinc.org/summer-camp2026, loads successfully and details summer camp offerings for STAR, Inc., a non-profit organization. While 'Galactic Chess Quest' is a specific program, the site outlines a broader range of day camps at various Los Angeles school sites, including Warner Avenue Elementary. The organization states that all staff undergo background checks and are fingerprinted, indicating a commitment to safety. STAR, Inc. is not listed as ACA accredited. Google reviews for 'STAR Inc.' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 100 reviews, with parents generally praising the variety of activities and engaging staff. The website does not specify staff-to-camper ratios. The program type is day camp, running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM with extended care options. Social media handles found are @star_inc_programs on Instagram and STARinc.org on Facebook, both actively promoting their programs.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–11
Warner STAR — 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
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 5–11
- Hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Address: 615 Holmby Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024
- Phone: (310) 842-8542
- Email: [email protected]
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest
- What ages does Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest accept?
- Warner STAR — 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 Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest cost?
- Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest publishes $495/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest's hours?
- Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest 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 Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest?
- Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest provide lunch?
- Warner STAR — 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 Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest offer extended care?
- Yes — Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest offers extended care (AM 8-9, PM 3-6). 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 Warner STAR — Galactic Chess Quest compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Warner STAR — 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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