Looking for a fun and educational summer camp in Los Angeles County? Destination Science offers hands-on STEM summer camps for kids ages 5 to 11, combining exciting science experiments, creative engineering challenges, and outdoor activities that make learning an adventure.
Our Los Angeles County science camps offer:
- Convenient camp locations throughout Los Angeles County, close to home or work
- Hands-on STEM learning that helps prevent summer learning loss while building critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Engaging science experiments and activities that spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and help kids make new friends
We make learning enjoyable. Your child will look forward to coming to camp every day, and you’ll appreciate their growing excitement about science. We also have a wide variety of online learning opportunities to ensure your child gets the Destination Science experience wherever they are. Learn more about our camps located throughout Los Angeles County below. Families can also explore our Southern California STEM camp locations in Orange and Ventura counties to find a convenient program near home or work.
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Where Are Kids Science Summer Programs Held in the Los Angeles Area?
We have STEM summer camps available from Pasadena to Santa Monica, CA. Choose your city and the location that works best for you:
- Beverly Hills: Horace Mann Elementary School*
- Burbank: Coming Soon
- El Segundo: Richmond Street Elementary School
- Encino: Crespi Carmelite High School
- Glendale: Glendale Community College*
- La Canada Flintridge: Crestview Preparatory School
- Los Angeles (Pressman): Pressman Academy of Temple Beth Am
- Northridge: Congregational Church
- Palos Verdes: South Coast Botanic Garden
- Arcadia: Hugo Reid School
- Pasadena: So Cal Children’s Museum
- Redondo Beach: Valor Christian School
- San Marino: Lacy Park*
- Santa Monica: First United Methodist Church
- Studio City: Bridges Academy
- Torrance: Torrance YMCA – Griffith Adult School*
- West Hills: HaMakom The Place
- Woodland Hills: Pierce College
*Destination Science pricing and promotional savings are not applicable at this location
What Campers Do at Our Los Angeles STEM Camps
Our hands-on STEM summer camp programs introduce children to scientific concepts through themed experiments, engineering challenges, and creative activities. Families can explore different camp themes to find an experience that matches their child’s interests.
Each summer, we offer unique themed camps lasting one, two, three or four weeks. These camps, geared toward kids ages 5 to 11, explore scientific concepts through real-life, hands-on activities. A typical day consists of:
- Three Science Stations, where children do experiments by beginning in small groups and then working independently
- Two Outside Action Stations, where kids play outside and burn off their energy
- Camp Rally, our end-of-the-day meeting where we discuss campers’ accomplishments
Kids who enjoy building, experimenting, and problem-solving can explore exciting themed experiences such as Robot Olympic Challenge Camp and Jedi Engineering Camp. These programs bring STEM concepts to life through hands-on challenges and creative learning.
How Early STEM and Science Camps Help Kids
We demonstrate the link between cause and effect at our camps, and we encourage kids’ curiosity about science. They can discover new ideas, improve their academic skills and bring home models they’ll continue to learn from months later. Our camps also assist children in building social skills. They can learn the value of collaboration and communication, make new friends and build resiliency by trying new things and seeing that it’s okay to fail. They also build character by helping others around them.
Getting ready for your child’s first science camp? Review our summer camp preparation checklist to learn more about what families should complete before their first day, including health forms, parking information, and camp check-in procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions About Los Angeles County Science Summer Camps
Where are Destination Science summer camps located in Los Angeles County?
Destination Science offers science summer camps in communities throughout Los Angeles County, including Beverly Hills, El Segundo, Encino, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Palos Verdes, Pasadena, Redondo Beach, Santa Monica, Studio City, and West Hills. Families can explore available camp locations to find a convenient program near home or work.
What ages can attend Destination Science camps in Los Angeles?
Destination Science summer camps are designed for children ages 5 to 11. Campers are typically organized into age-based groups so they can participate in hands-on science experiments, engineering activities, and collaborative challenges appropriate for their developmental level.
What are the hours for Los Angeles County science summer camps?
Regular Destination Science camp hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Select locations offer extended care for families who need additional scheduling flexibility. Parents should review individual camp details for specific session dates and extended care availability.
Which Los Angeles County camp locations offer extended care?
Destination Science lists extended care at select Los Angeles County locations, including Encino, El Segundo, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena, Santa Monica, and Studio City. Extended care availability and hours should be confirmed for the selected location and camp session.
What do children do during a typical day at Destination Science camp?
A typical camp day includes three hands-on Science Stations, two Outside Action Stations featuring games and physical activities, and a Camp Rally where children celebrate their accomplishments. Campers explore science through experiments, engineering projects, teamwork, and creative problem-solving.
What should my child bring to a Los Angeles County science camp?
Campers should bring a refillable water bottle, a packed lunch, and a morning snack. Families should also complete the required health history information and review their camp location’s preparation instructions before the first day.
How can I register my child for a Los Angeles County STEM summer camp?
Families can use Destination Science’s online camp search to explore available Los Angeles County locations, select a camp theme and session, and complete registration. Camp dates, pricing, and availability vary by location, so parents should review the selected session’s details before enrolling.
Have additional questions about registration, camp policies, or daily schedules? Visit the Destination Science parent FAQ page for more information.
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We can’t wait to start the summer with your kids in person or engage with them online! Remember, the earlier you register, the more you save — and our camps fill up fast. Sign up today for our in-person summer camp!
