1. MakerKids STEM Summer Camps
Location: Three GTA locations
Age Group: 6-13 years old (Grades 1-8)
Program Duration: Week-long camps, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Monday-Friday)
Program Type: Day camps with optional before/aftercare
Program Description: MakerKids provides award-winning STEM day camps maintaining a 5:1 child-to-instructor ratio, emphasizing essential technology skills. The program features daily playtime and regular screen breaks to encourage a positive relationship with technology.
Program Topics:
- Mini Makers (Grades 1-2): Basics of Coding, Robotics, and Minecraft
- Idea Incubator (Grades 3-8): In-depth STEM engagement across coding, robotics, and Minecraft
- Coding Camps (Grades 3-8): Game design utilizing Scratch, character development, and programming basics
- Robotics Camps (Grades 3-8): Create and assemble electronic devices using microcontrollers
- 3D Video Game World Design – NEW 2025 (Grades 5-8): Build 3D environments with Unreal Engine
- Minecraft Camps (Grades 1-8): Explore coding, electronics, 3D design, and server management through Minecraft
What Makes It Special:
- Skilled facilitators adept at nurturing creativity and logical thinking
- Every class incorporates internet safety and computer literacy education
- Students bring home 3D printed projects (in applicable camps)
- Emphasis on teamwork and social interaction
Cost: Visit website for current rates
Registration: Now open for Summer 2025
Website: https://makerkids.com/summer-camps/