Minecraft Game Design Camp
iD Tech offers STEM-focused summer camps, including a Minecraft Game Design Camp, for kids and teens at university campuses nationwide, emphasizing hands-on ...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.idtech.com/locations/, loads as the iD Tech website, which is a large, for-profit organization offering various STEM camps, including the Minecraft Game Design Camp. The 'About Us' page indicates they have been operating for 25 years, founded by Pete Ingram-Cauchi. They state a staff-to-student ratio of 1:10 and explicitly mention that all staff undergo background checks. While iD Tech is a prominent camp provider, it is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for iD Tech generally show a rating of around 4.5 stars across many locations, with a high volume of reviews, often praising the engaging instructors and the quality of the tech education. The program type is primarily day camp, though some overnight options exist for other programs. Social media handles found are @idtech on Instagram and 'idtech' on Facebook.
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Since 200125+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–9
Minecraft Game Design Camp 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
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
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 Minecraft Game Design Camp
- What ages does Minecraft Game Design Camp accept?
- Minecraft Game Design Camp 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 Minecraft Game Design Camp cost?
- Minecraft Game Design Camp 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 Minecraft Game Design Camp's hours?
- Minecraft Game Design Camp 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 Minecraft Game Design Camp?
- Minecraft Game Design Camp is operated by a private business, 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 Minecraft Game Design Camp provide lunch?
- Minecraft Game Design Camp 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 Minecraft Game Design Camp compare to other stem camps in Middletown?
- Minecraft Game Design Camp 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Minecraft Game Design Camp with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review the safety signals that matter most.
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