Warner STAR - RockSTAR: Summer of Pop
STAR Inc. offers a RockSTAR performing arts day camp in Los Angeles, focusing on music, dance, and theater for...
▌ Editor's read The provided website, starinc.org/summer-camp2026, loads successfully and details the RockSTAR: Summer of Pop day camp for grades K-8. STAR Inc. is a non-profit organization founded by Michael Goldstein and has been operating for over 25 years, offering a variety of after-school and summer programs. The camp focuses on performing arts, including music, dance, and theater, culminating in a final performance. The website states that all staff are background checked and CPR/First Aid certified, indicating a commitment to safety. While the camp is not ACA accredited, STAR Inc. has a strong presence in the Los Angeles area, with a Google review rating of 4.3 stars from 108 reviews for their general programs, often praising the variety of activities and dedicated staff. Social media handles include @star_inc_afterschool on Instagram and STARinc on Facebook.
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 performing arts program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- 1:14
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: Performing Arts
- Ages: 5–11
- Address: Primary office: 10101 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
- Phone: (310) 842-8542
- 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 - 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 $270/week for the standard session. That sits 50% below the $545 median for performing arts camps in Los Angeles, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- 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 25 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 (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 - RockSTAR: Summer of Pop compare to other performing arts camps in Los Angeles?
- Warner STAR - RockSTAR: Summer of Pop is one of 128 performing arts 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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