Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 5–11 · $495/week
▌ Science/Tech · Ages 5–11

Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop

Westwood · $495/week · ★ 3.3 (3 reviews)

Step into the spotlight in this action-packed one-week music camp where campers get to play synthesizers, drums, or...

▌ Editor's read The website https://www.starinc.org/summer-camp2026 loads successfully, detailing various summer camp programs offered by STAR, including the RockSTAR: Summer of Pop. STAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization founded by Mike Cummings and has been operating for 35 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp is a day camp program. While not ACA accredited, the website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'STAR Inc.' show a rating of 4.6 stars based on 105 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging activities and caring staff. Social media handles found are @starinc.org_ on Instagram and STAReducation on Facebook, both actively promoting their programs.
Since 199135+ years operating
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop 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
1:14

How we verify these →

Money & Policies

FSA eligible
Not FSA eligible
Sibling discount
$25 off second child

$25 off second child

Details →
Session lengths
5-day (full week)
What campers take home
Varies by camp, but includes items like 3D-printed objects, custom t-shirts, and art show masterpieces.

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]
  • Cost notes: $270 - $495 per week & STAR Eco Station $600 - $800. Parents, please note: There is a one-time $75 summer registration fee in addition to the weekly cost.

↗ What parents like

  • Learn a modern pop hit
  • Play synthesizers, drums, or vocals
  • Create a music video

↘ Watch for

  • One-time $75 registration fee

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop

What ages does Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop accept?
Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop 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 — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop cost?
Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop 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 — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop's hours?
Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop 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.
What is Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop's staff-to-camper ratio?
Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop publishes a 1:14 staff-to-camper ratio. ACA recommends roughly 1:6 for ages 4-5, 1:8 for 6-8, 1:10 for 9-14, and 1:12 for 15-18 in day camps; tighter ratios than recommended usually signal more attentive supervision but can also reflect smaller program scale.
Who runs Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop?
Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop 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 — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop provide lunch?
Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop 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 — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop offer extended care?
Yes — Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop 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.
Does Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop offer transportation?
Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
How does Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Warner STAR — RockSTAR: Summer of Pop 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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