STEM camps teach science, technology, engineering and math in a summer camp setting, encouraging curiosity and learning in these four areas. Development in these areas promises to help children compete in the future. Also called maker camps, these are some of the most fun, interactive, and practically-oriented kids' camps available. Below, find out about STEM camps' sessions, costs, programming and much more. Read more
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 Ontario (47)
STEM Camp is a weekly summer day camp at more than 45 locations across Ontario where youth aged 5-13 engage in fun and amazing activities in science, technology, engineering & math. 519-475-6600. stemcamp.ca
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 Budding Genius - Central Mississauga Mississauga
We're the coolest, most innovative kid program! We offer French & English classes in Robotics, Math, Lego, Creative writing, Technical drawing for engineers, photography, virtual reality, painting, software engineering.
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 Markham; Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Leslieville, Toronto
Mayfair Clubs offers a wide variety of Sports Day Camps at all of our locations for ages 2-17. We specialize in tennis & squash programming but also offer swimming, multi-sport and even camps for young toddlers.
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 Thornhill; Markham
Sylvan camp will spark the creativity of campers through various hands on STEM related activities, such as robot building, math/science projects and creative writing.
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 Richmond Hill
Camp for creative girls and boys who love science, technology, robotics, and design projects. Our kids learn while they experiment, invent, digitally fabricate, and build things with their hands.
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 Brain Power Enrichment Programs Vaughan
With more than 30 years of success, Brain Power is an innovative leader in enrichment education for bright and gifted students. Brain Power is a transformative model for what gifted education should be about in the GTA.
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 Ontario (13)
The Best Technology summer camp in the region! Your children and friends are super excited about our Lego Robotics, Lego Castle Builders, Minecraft Computer Camp, Pokemon Designer and Lego Stop Motion Animation camps!
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 Crescent Camps & Summer Programs North Toronto, Toronto
Our Camps and Programs reflect Crescent School's excellence in academics, robotics, athletics, business, leadership and the arts, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff in our exceptional facilities.
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 Mississauga
STEM based camp and workshops •3D Design and Printing •Robotics • Mechatronics •Virtual & Augmented Reality •Internet Of Things (IoT) • Computer programming •Video Game Design
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 The Beach, Toronto; Rosedale, Toronto; Kingsway Park, Toronto
A technology camp that offers kids the opportunity to touch on a full range of fun and engaging technology classes and activities that encourage kids to use their creativity to be the technology makers of the future.
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 Brampton; Vaughan; Mississauga
With valuable contributions from Industry leader David Pacheco, Creative Director of The Walt Disney Company, Mr. G, a STEM Instructor and former GANZ game developer passes on key techniques used by his production team!
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 Institute of Robotics & Intelligent Systems Thistletown, Toronto; Mississauga; Scarborough Junction, Toronto
We offer STEAM based TDSB approved learning programs that utilize robot technology. Kids will learn programming/ building, teamwork, creativity and use of analytical skills. In schools workshop are also available.
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 Engineering For Kids York Region Aurora; Richmond Hill; Newmarket
A fun and educational STEM camp full of hands on engineering activities: Aerospace, Electrical engineering, Mechanical toy making, Marine Engineering, Robotics and more
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 Sylvan Learning Centre Brantford Brantford
Personalized math and reading programs that make a difference. Check out our STEM after-school programs and summer/winter, March break and PD day camps.
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 Sylvan Learning South Mississauga Mississauga
We offer low monthly rate programs in Readng, Writing, Math, Homework, Science Study Skills and Advanced Reading Strategies. Our STEM related programs and camps receive great popularity.
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 Vancouver; North Vancouver; Coquitlam
A coding school for kids, teaching Python, C#, HTML/CSS, JavaScript and Java, using PixelPAD.io, Unity3D and Visual Studio. Our summer camps include robotics, engineering, 3d printing and much more !
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 Ajax; Guelph; North Toronto, Toronto
A unique summer experience, Where Sports Meets Educations and campers get to engage in both STEM Learning & Basketball or Soccer Development. Each week we offer a unique experience for continued growth and engagement.
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 Oakville
Innovative programming with a focus on STEM. Summer camp, after school, birthdays and more. Courses for all ages in coding, game design, circuitry, toy engineering, the arts, VR, robotics, 3D printing, cooking and more!
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 Vaughan
BrainTech Robotics offers experiential camp & year round STEM based virtual/augmented reality programs for youth 7-17 years of age. We help girls & boys develop their skills in science, technology, engineering & math.
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 York University; Science Engagement Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Sentinel Park, Toronto
Science Engagement Programs offers interactive and hands-on STEM experiences for youth in grade 3-12. Elementary programs include Science Saturdays, March Camp, and SciX. Secondary programs include Helix and Spark Lab.
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 Calgary
Idea Lab provides classes, camps ranging from Cooking, Robotics, 3D Art, Engineering and Science. At Idea Lab children learn through hands-on-activities utilizing Critical-thinking Skills and a great deal of IMAGINATION!
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 Thornhill; Bayview Village, Toronto; York Mills, Toronto
LSA - where children become leaders in our new technological age. S.T.E.M, finance and leadership skills are mastered through fascinating camps, lessons and programs. Year-round programs for all ages across the G.T.A!
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 New Toronto, Toronto
A personalized interactive Summer Camp, providing more than 25 STEM learning modules in combination with variety of in-door and out-door activities.
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 Newmarket; Aurora; Richmond Hill
Medics Camp- Where Kids are Doctors for a Week! Summer 2019- 4 Weeks Only! 3 Locations: Newmarket | Aurora | Richmond Hill Price $275 Includes: HST, T-Shirt, Before & After Care
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 London
Sylvan EDGE camps and classes will introduce your child to new and fun experiences in the world of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). Tutoring & homework help also available.
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 Milton; Halton Hills; Brampton
Robo-Geek main focus is on promoting interest in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) for young minds through coding and robotics. We aim to foster students’ confidence and “can do" attitude.
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 Kingsview Vilage, Toronto; Bloor West Village, Toronto
Blend of 5 flavors in our Kids Coding & Robotics Camp in Toronto! Learn to Code, Learn to build: Robotics & Circuits, Outdoor play:Logic Games & a field trip to a tech company! Never a dull moment in our camps & programs
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 Ajax; Whitby
Fun-based Summer Camps that integrates STEM with the 4C skills of Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Creativity; and real world applications.
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 Bay Street Corridor, Toronto
Conveniently located in the heart of Toronto, Design Exchange offers more than a dozen multi-disciplinary, unique, and inspiring creative camp sessions, from fashion and architecture to urban planning and graphic arts.
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 Harbourfront, Toronto
Since 1979, Harbourfront Centre Camps has provided a a unique setting in which learning and fun intersect. Our campers gain life skills through meaningful participation and in all facets of arts and contemporary culture.
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 Vaughan; Woodbridge
With several camp themes, your child will be sure to have an experience they will never forget. We do two structured builds a day, along with games and art and crafts related to our theme of the week.
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 Hamilton
Academic and Enrichment Summer Camps with STEM-focused sessions, including Robotics and Coding; and High School Prep Camps for Writing, Math & Study Skills. Tutoring in all subjects for JK-GR 12 also available.
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Get a unique science and tech education in this program by the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, including LEGO Robotics, Makerspace, Coding, Minecraft. Girls only sessions, Family Camps, Educator sessions.
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 Burlington
Sylvan STEM Camps are high quality, low ratio camps with LEGO Robotics, Coding, Science Experiments, Engineering builds and more hands-on STEM activities. REMEMBER Effective summer tutoring is also available for JK-Gr.12
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 Downtown West, Toronto; Don Mills, Toronto; Wallace Emerson, Toronto
A hi-tech maker space for curious hands-on kids. We use the latest tools and technologies, like 3D printing and laser cutting, to help your child bring their ideas to life.
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 Summer Youth Programming at the Daniels Faculty Downtown West, Toronto
Summer STEAM camps for children from ages 9-14. The theme for this summer’s youth programs is Drones in the City. We will explore the potential of this disruptive technology and how the city design might respond.
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 Flemingdon Park, Toronto
A science day camp with exciting experiments, unexpected discoveries and exclusive access to our hands-on exhibits.
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 Mississauga
STEAM BOOTCamp GTA.Animation,Game,Coding,Architecture,Robotics,UI/UX Graphic,WEB Tech,Fashion Tech,DRONE Engg,AR/VR Tech.STEAM ahead with your Career-Goals, Join Technology,Engineering & Design InnovationCamp at Thinnox!
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 Focus Learning Academic Centre York Mills, Toronto; Don Mills, Toronto; Markham
An enrichment academic learning centre committed to igniting the love of learning among children and teens. A variety of subjects are on offer with both our FocusKids and FocusLeaders summer camps.
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 Ottawa
A leadership program, where teens develop civic leadership skills, learn about Canadian institutions, meet famous and accomplished Canadians, and explore exciting career options
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 Mississauga; Milton
Robotics and coding after-school, weekend, competition, and summer camp classes for students from Grade 2 to 12. Serious STEM learning with a unique curriculum and wholesome support system!
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 Markham
Toronto's fastest growing dedicated STEM Studio teaching kids 6+ how to build and program robots and create with 3D Printing. Year-round after school/weekend programs, PA Day, March and Summer Camps. FREE TRIAL Classes.
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 Bricks 4 Kidz - Mississauga - Oakville - Milton - Burlington Oakville; Burlington; Milton; Mississauga
We Learn, We Build, We Play with... LEGO® Bricks! Join Bricks 4 Kidz camp and explore the world of creativity and imagination while building motorized models using LEGO® technic bricks. Join March Break & Summer camps!
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 Vancouver; Montreal; Little Italy, Toronto
At Digital Media Academy, we encourage and inspire kids and teens to become the next generation of developers, animators, filmmakers, photographers, designers and engineers. Find your passion! Create the future at DMA!
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 Richmond Hill
Science camp, sports camp and arts camp rolled into one (activities from robotics to soccer), this Toronto day camp also offers after care.
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 North Toronto, Toronto; Richmond Hill; Oakville
Our coding camp is packed with exciting, innovative, coding projects. Kids learn JavaScript processing.js or Python. On Fridays, they visit industry leaders to see how their real-world skills can be used.
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 Don Mills, Toronto; Richmond Hill
Creative Writing/Drama Summer Camps | Reading Comprehension/Writing/Public Speaking/Debate Programs. In a setting that gets students excited about learning, we prepare them to be leaders! FREE TRIAL CLASS / ASSESSMENT.
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 Oakville
Summer Camps will include Robotics, STEM, Drama, Art, Sports and Cooking Camps, all taking advantage of our beautiful new state of the art facility.
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 TAC Sports - Toronto Athletic Camps Bridle Path, Toronto; Newmarket; Bayview Village, Toronto; Hogg's Hollow, Toronto
TAC Sports, TAC Aquatics and Lifetime Skills Academy (LSA) specialize in sports, swim and S.T.E.M programming. Ages 4-16, Co-ed. Year round Camps, Lessons, Academy and House Leagues across the GTA! Grow, Learn, Lead!
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 Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa
A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patients & empathy. Fun is a given. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here.
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 Bot Camp – Specialty Robotics Programs Willowdale, Toronto
The best robotics kits, challenges, and most of all, the best instructors. Bot Camp is a premium, yet affordable specialty robotics program for kids 10-14 who are passionate about learning, technology, and teamwork.
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 Rosedale, Toronto
A co-ed day camp featuring Dance, Tennis, Soccer, Musical Theatre, Public Speaking/Debate, Tech/Computers, Swimming and more. Home base for the camps is Branksome's new, state-of-the-art Athletics and Wellness Centre.
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 Thornhill; Mississauga
Toronto's leading robotics club teaching students 6 years and older how to build and program robots following a STEM-focused curriculum. Year-round after school/weekend program and premier March Break and Summer Camps.
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 Forest Hill, Toronto
A Co-ed Summer Enrichment Experience in the Heart of Toronto, Canada for International and Local Students ages 10 to 16.
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 Brampton; Downsview, Toronto
Be creative, have fun and meet new friends in our March break and Summer camps in Brampton and Toronto. Dynamic programming includes: Lego Robotic's, sports, arts & crafts, workshops, field trips & indoor playground fun!
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 Ridley College Summer Programmes St. Catharines
Ridley College is located in St.Catharines Ontario, Canada. Summer camp offers ESL credit/camp, Summer Academy, Enrichment, Discover Canada, Day Camps, Advanced Performance Sports and many more!
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 Ontario (14)
Day camps and overnight programs in Ontario where kids aged 4 to 14 have fun in French. Grouped by age and skill levels, campers participate in games, sports, crafts, language development, water day and much more.
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 TAC Aquatics - Swim School, First Aid and Lifesaving Don Valley Village, Toronto; Bayview Village, Toronto; North Toronto, Toronto
TAC Aquatics offers the complete aquatics package through its swim school, Red Cross and First-Aid courses. TAC combines the best pools, instructors, and teaching system for a truly incredible experience!
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 Markham; Thornhill
Technology camps for kids ages 6-12 involving coding, robotics, game design, and more! Choose one topic as a specialty camp, or try them all in our variety camp! Weekly programs and drop-in classes are also available.
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 Alberta (1); Ontario (5)
Does your child love math challenges? Spirit of Math’s summer camps focus on the core topics from our curriculum with an extensive range of fun & exciting summer camps designed to challenge students from grades 2 - 9.
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 Thornhill
A traditional day camp offering a summer of unplugged activities both indoors and out, including arts & crafts, weekly nature themes and outdoor free play in our 20+ acre campus with forest playground and open field.
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Our classes & camps use LEGO® bricks & K'Nex® to offer STEAM programs in Engineering, Science, Robotics, Animation, Drones, Video Game Design and more,..plus fun themes like Pokemon, Ninjas, Star Wars and Minecraft®.
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 Leaside, Toronto; Bloor West Village, Toronto
Empowering the makers of tomorrow! MakerKids specializes in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) programs with highly trained instructors. We run camps, after-school programs, private classes and more.
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 Willowdale, Toronto; Richmond Hill; Newmarket
A professional after school tutoring centre with dedicated and experienced tutor professionals helping students get their academic success, from High school to University pathway programs.
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 Oakville; Milton; Mississauga
A traditional camp with a variety of activities including Lego Robotics, Coding, Sewing, Multi Sports, Ceramics and crafts. Two field trips every week!
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 Rexdale, Toronto
A nature-focused exploration and adventure camp set within a beautiful urban green space. This hands-on camp helps children foster an appreciation for the the many wonders of the natural world.
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 Thornhill; Willowdale, Toronto; Bayview Village, Toronto
CMS offers dynamic summer camp programs for children 3 to 12 years of age. It’s the perfect balance of physical, mental and creative challenge! At CMS fun and learning go hand in hand!
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 High Park, Toronto
Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Brain Camps explore creative themes through engaging activities and field trips. Tutoring takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn!
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 Appleby College Summer Programs Oakville; International
A huge variety of programming options for campers and students ages 4-17. We offer 50+ Camp programs, academic day and boarding programs and travel credit courses!
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At Bricks 4 Kidz - We learn, We build, We play with LEGO® Bricks, gears & motors to become LEGO® Engineers and Master Builders. Fun themes like Space, Inventions, Transportation and more enhances learning and adds fun.
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 Highland Creek, Toronto
Camp UofT Scarborough is a progressive summer day camp that provides recreational activities in tennis, team sports, horse-back riding, and a variety of arts and science programming such as dance, drama and computers!
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 Ross Creek Centre for the Arts Canning
SummerArts combines the best of camp with the best of the arts, with great food, a full rec schedule, campfire, and of course a core of incredible arts programming, all on a beautiful campus overlooking the Bay of Fundy.
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Connections: Queen's Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA) and QSEA Jr. is an engineering-focused summer program that exposes students to engineering design, various engineering disciplines, Makerspaces, and Innovation.
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 Mississauga
A multi-level year-round camp with 4 exciting workstations each designed to develop aviation knowledge and flying skills. Critical thinking, confidence and leadership are the driving forces behind these dynamic programs.
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 Caledon
A nature-focused camp in a conservation park. Cozy dorms, delicious food, caring staff and lots of time outside being a kid. We help your child build confidence and independence through adventure, leadership & teamwork.
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 VEX Robotic Science Summer Game Richmond; Vancouver
Two weeks robotics summer camp program for students Gr 3 to Gr 12. Will be using VEX-IQ, EDR Cortex, V5 Platform. Topics covered will include solving technical challenges, programming/coding, and robotics competition.
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 Westmount; Laval; Beaconsfield
Montreal & Laval's #1 lifestyle summer day camp that blends fun, education and specialty training in arts, academics and sports! Weekly program for kids ages 3 to 15! Registration is Open for 2019!
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 Leaside, Toronto
Where Kids learn about Money & the World. Experience different cultures, learn about Money Management, Open your own business and immerse in fun activities, sports and music .
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 Don Mills, Toronto
Give your child the advantage of academic advancement / reinforcement in curriculum subjects and SSAT/ISEE prep during the Summer holidays. Daily physical activity and outdoor play.
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Located on beautiful Vancouver Island, Brentwood College School offers focused camps for Soccer, Academics, Rowing, Rock Band, Debate, and Musical Theatre for kids aged 7 to 17.
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 Brampton
#1 Computer Coding, Robotics and Math classes in Brampton for Kids - Grade 1 to 12. Our after school & weekend programs give eager young minds early exposure to stimulating activities that will kick start their futures!
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 Mississauga; Vaughan; Ajax
Life Time offers fun and convenient summer and school-break camps to keep your kids active and healthy all year long. Weekly themes, field trips, related crafts, activities, games and more.
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 Port Moody
Active, fun weekly camps with a variety of activities ranging from Cooking, to Parkour, Lake Days and Improv Theatre. Keep your child active and encourage their creativity!!
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 Kids Zone Childcare Centre Summer Camp Mississauga
A combined fun and educational camp for Christmas, PD Days and Summer. New space with access to safe outdoor playgrounds, field trips,music,science and more.We provide morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack.Book EARLY!
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 Parry Sound
Fun! Friends! Success! An integrated overnight summer camp for children & teens with and without ADHD, LD, and high-functioning ASD. We provide a SOCIAL SKILLS program, ACADEMIC program and 50+ activities.
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 Ottawa
An exceptional camp, all in French, offering weekly themes and diverse activities. Weekly outings included in pricing.
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 Forest Hill, Toronto
Zodiac Day Camp offers variety-based and specialty programs for campers 2-15 years old. Zodiac is located in central Toronto and runs 7 1-week Summer sessions. Daily instructional swim along with other great activities!
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 Oakville
At Sylvan of Oakville, we have STEM Summer Camps, STEM Club, tutoring in JK-Gr. 12 math, reading, and writing, as well as SAT/ACT prep courses.
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An outdoor adventure camp just north of Toronto, where kids also participate in archery, mountain biking, rock climbing and other sports.
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 Bridle Path, Toronto
Specialized tennis or French language camps at the beautiful Glendon campus of York University. Join us for incredible programming all summer!
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 Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto; South Annex, Toronto
A day camp for high-achieving and eager student aged 9 to 18. The UTS affiliation with UofT means that campers are taught by exceptional teachers, teacher candidates, field experts and university instructors.
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 The Dalton School Camps and Programs Rosedale, Toronto
A one-of-a- kind March Break and summer camp experience with 11 weekly themes including science, history, arts and crafts, sports and more, all in Mandarin! Bring your swimsuit in the summer and join us in the sprinkler!
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The advantages of STEM camps for kids
STEM camps help prepare children for careers ahead of them. Kids with a budding interest in related subjects (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) will engage in learning in a variety of areas. Activities they engage in in summer camp may also help them to decide on one of these disciplines over others.
Camp curriculum will often be taught by guest experts and professionals in the field. For example, this can include university professors. The focus on (and love of) learning in these camps spreads from camp counselors, instructors and guests to the students. The best STEM camps create an impromptu community of lovers of learning, especially in these four disciplines.
Integrated learning
There are many kinds of educational camps, of course. There are advantages offered by camps that offer more precise specialization, such as you might get if you attend one of your local coding camps, programming camps or robotics for kids programs The advantage of a STEM camp for your budding learner is integration of these disciplines. If your child is very focused on mathematics, for example, he or she may only be interested in math camps. The same goes for children (and parents) seeking out science camps, technology camps or engineering camps. Your child may find that they have enjoy other interests and may broaden their horizons through time in a local STEM camp.
STEM, STEAM and other variations
In the acronym STEAM, the 'a' stands for arts. In a STEAM camp there is, by definition, an even greater integration of learning. The integration of arts is quite often, to be more specific, the integration of design principles. Critics of the STEM approach look at this as a weakness, but its defenders note that their integrated approach does in fact connect with all other disciplines, including those more generally called the arts.
Still others create variations that are more inclusive. Some variant acronyms used, and which may be increasingly applied to camps in the coming years, include the following:
While this refers to a branded network of camps, this curriculum is now taught by STEM camps in Toronto, Montreal and elsewhere throughout the country, as listed on this page. The acronym is also used in education and other spheres.
