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

Warner STAR - Galactic Chess Quest

Los Angeles · $270/week

STAR, Inc. offers a diverse day camp experience in Los Angeles, including a Galactic Chess Quest, focusing on...

▌ Editor's read The website for STAR, Inc. (https://www.starinc.org/summer-camp2026) loads successfully and provides information about their summer camp programs, including the 'Galactic Chess Quest'. STAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization that has been operating for over 35 years, offering after-school and summer enrichment programs. The camp is a day camp, with various locations across Los Angeles. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the organization's long history suggests established operational procedures. Google reviews for STAR, Inc. generally show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents often praising the variety of activities and the caring staff. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.
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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

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
1991 (35 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Address: 1015 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024
  • Phone: (310) 842-7272
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $270 - $495 per week. Plus $75 registration fee.

↗ What parents like

  • Award-winning educational day camp
  • Wide variety of themed camps
  • Hands-on, project-based learning

↘ Watch for

  • $75 registration fee
  • No lunch provided

Logistics

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

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 $270/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Warner STAR - Galactic Chess Quest?
Warner STAR - 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 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 (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 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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