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▌ STEM · Ages 7–9

Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering

Wesleyan University

Camp CrunchLabs IRL offers hands-on engineering and STEM programs for kids and teens, focusing on design, building, and problem-solving.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.idtech.com/locations/, loads as the location finder for iD Tech, a large STEM education company. Camp CrunchLabs IRL is a specific program offered by iD Tech. iD Tech states they have been operating for over 25 years, offering programs since 1999. They explicitly mention that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR and First Aid. The camp offers a low 1:8 staff-to-student ratio, ensuring individualized attention. iD Tech has a strong online presence, with a Google review rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews for their general programs, indicating high parent satisfaction. The program type is day camp, focusing on hands-on engineering activities. The company is a for-profit entity specializing in technology education.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–9

Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering 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 stem program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Private business
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 7–9
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: Middletown, CT 06459
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering

What ages does Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering accept?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering is open to children ages 7–9. 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 Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering cost?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering's hours?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering 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 Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering provide lunch?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering 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.
How does Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering compare to other stem camps in Middletown?
Camp CrunchLabs® IRL: Hands-on Engineering is one of 15 stem camps in Middletown 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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