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Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

Stratford Elementary

Camp Invention: Spark at Stratford Elementary offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for children in grades K-6, focusing on hands-on innovation and pro...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Stratford Elementary in Bennington, NE. Camp Invention is a national program developed by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, offering STEM-focused day camps for children in grades K-6. The program for 2024 is called 'Spark' and runs from July 22-26. The website states that all Camp Invention program staff are background checked, indicating a commitment to safety. While specific Google reviews for 'Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark' were not readily available, Camp Invention as a whole generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.7-star rating from over 1,000 reviews on Google for the main program. The camp is a day program, and its owner type is best described as a school hosting a national program. No ACA accreditation was found for this specific location, nor were state license numbers listed on the site.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark 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
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 9303 North 171st Street, Bennington, NE 68007
  • Cost notes: Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark 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 Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark?
Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Stratford Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark 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.

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