Description
BrainSTEM Learning® wants your kids to have fun and enjoy their summer, using science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) in a creative and fun way. Our Summer Camps are geared towards 4-6 year-olds and 7-14 year-olds. They are run over the course of Eight weeks half day or full day sessions daily, either in the morning or afternoon or add lunch to both for full day camps.
All required materials are provided by BrainSTEM Learning Canada.
Location:
All camps located at our main learning centre location: 730 Marine Dr., North Vancouver.
Pricing:
1 Week: Half day $300* / week (bring a snack for snack break)
*4-day holiday weeks half day are $240 / week
1 Week: Full day $660* / week (bring enough food for two snack breaks and lunch)
(1 week: add lunch to morning and afternoon camps for full day $60)
*4-day holiday weeks full day are $528 / week (add lunch to morning and afternoon camps $48)
GST exempt (next year tax childcare receipt available to print online for the next tax year)
- BrainSTEM- Ages 4 to 6 – Half-Day Morning Camp (9:30 am to 12:00pm)
- BrainSTEM- Ages 4 to 6 – Half-Day Afternoon Camp (1:00 pm to 3:30 pm),
- BrainSTEM -Ages 4-6 – Full day camp 9:30am-3:30pm
- BrainSTEM- Ages 7 to 14 – Half-Day Morning Camp (9:00am to 12:00 pm)
- BrainSTEM – Ages 7 to 14 – Half-Day (1:00 pm to 4:00 pm)
- BrainSTEM – Ages 7-14 – Full day camp- (9am-4pm)
Breaks:
During our camps, there is a snack break in the morning or afternoon session. If you are doing a full day camp then there is an hour lunch break.
Please provide enough food and beverage for the snack breaks and or lunch breaks depending on which sessions your child is enrolled in.
As well, Weather permitting and for the full day camps, we will be going to the park or on a nature walk, so please provide sun protection and appropriate footwear for the walk.
Parking:
There are two commercial customer parking spots available in our customer parking lot located under the Remix building entrance off 14th st.
Also there are two commercial loading zone 15 min. parking spaces on the lane way in front of our location at 730 Marine dr. the entrance is off Bewicke. As you may not turn left off Marine Dr. on to Bewicke, we suggest turning up Fell Ave, turning right Larson, and then turning right again onto Bewicke Ave., then right again onto the lane way.
Then there is public parking available on 14th ST.
Drop off / Pick up time:
Within 15 Minutes before the scheduled class start time. If you have an older child and a younger child to register, you may drop both children off for a 9am Specialists start and the younger student may do some open play with STEM toys from 9-9:30am when their class begins. Similarly, with pick up time from 3:30-4pm. Call for any before or after care 604-379-2767.
Little Brains (4-6 years) Weekly Themes: (repeat every two weeks)
July 7-11:
9:30-10:30am: Robotics Engineering
Let’s dive into the world of robots! Little Brains will discover what makes robots move, how they are built, and how we use them to do tasks. Using VEX 123 hardware and fun programming tools, they’ll design and create their very own robot friends—like robotic animals, machines, and toys. With their curiosity and creativity, they’ll learn the basics of coding, building, and problem-solving in this exciting adventure!
11:00-12:00pm: Chemical Engineering
Mix it up with some fun chemistry experiments! Little Brains will explore how materials change, discover cool chemical reactions, and even make things like slime and bubbles. Through hands-on experiments, they’ll learn about solids, liquids, and gases while using their creativity to solve problems with chemistry!
1:00-2:00pm: Mechanical Engineering
Little Engineers will get their hands moving and learn about simple machines—like pulleys, levers, and gears—and how they make life easier! They’ll design and build their own machines, explore how energy makes things move, and have tons of fun working as a team to solve mechanical challenges.
2:30-3:30pm: Software Engineering
Ever wonder how games and apps are made? In Software Engineering, Little Brains will learn how to program computers to follow instructions and solve problems! Using simple coding tools, they’ll get creative and have fun making their own digital creations!
July 14-18:
9:30-10:30am: Civil Engineering
Calling all builders! Little Brains will learn how to create awesome structures like castles, bridges, and roads. They’ll explore how different materials and forces work together to keep everything standing tall and strong. With fun building projects, they’ll design and test their own creations!
11:00-12:00pm: Aerospace Engineering
Zoom to the skies! Little Brains will discover how planes and rockets soar through the air and space. They’ll learn the science behind aerodynamics, gravity, and thrust, then use their creativity to design their own flying machines—whether it’s a rocket or an airplane—while having a blast!
1:00-2:00pm: Manufacturing Engineering
How do we make all the things we use every day? Little Brains will explore how things are made, from toys to snacks! They’ll discover how factories and assembly lines work and have fun designing and building their own products using STEM principles!
2:30-3:30pm: STEM 360
Get ready to try a little bit of everything! STEM 360 is an exciting program where Little Brains will explore six types of engineering: Aerospace, Robotics, Civil, Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Software. They’ll design, build, test, and improve their projects, while discovering which type of engineering they enjoy the most!
July 21-25: 9:30-10:30am Robotics Eng. 11:00-12:00pm Chemical Eng. 1-2pm Mechanical Eng. 2:30-3:30pm Software Engineering
July 28-Aug 1: 9:30-10:30am Civil Eng. 11:00-12:00pm Aerospace 1-2pm Manufacturing Eng. 2:30-3:30pm STEM 360
August 5-8*(4 day week): 9:30-10:30am Robotics Eng. 11:00-12:00pm Chemical Eng. 1-2pm Mechanical Eng. 2:30-3:30pm Software Engineering
August 11-15 : 9:30-10:30am Civil Eng. 11:00-12:00pm Aerospace 1-2pm Manufacturing Eng. 2:30-3:30pm STEM 360
August 18-22: 9:30-10:30am Robotics Eng. 11:00-12:00pm Chemical Eng. 1-2pm Mechanical Eng. 2:30-3:30pm Software Engineering
August 25-29: 9:30-10:30am Civil Eng. 11:00-12:00pm Aerospace 1-2pm Manufacturing Eng. 2:30-3:30pm STEM 360
Specialists/Managers (Ages 7-14)
July 7-11:
9:00am-12:00pm: STEM Olympic Challenge
Get ready to compete in the ultimate STEM Olympics! Students will build a mini crossbow, program robots to compete in a tug-of-war and soccer competition using VEX IQ hardware and VEXcode. They’ll also design Nano bugs and race them in the ultimate super train race. Who will take home the gold?
1:00-4:00pm: Robotics Engineering Challenges
Dive deeper into robotics with advanced programming and sensor-based challenges. Students will use VEX IQ models and VEXcode to tackle obstacles, play robot games, and navigate their robots through obstacle courses. It’s a week of coding, building, and solving real-world challenges with their robots!
July 14-18:
9:00am-12:00pm: Crazy Science Challenge
It’s a week of wild and wacky science experiments! Students will launch water rockets, build a truck with a mechanical hook, create a hydrogen fuel cell, and explore solar energy. Plus, they’ll make their own ice cream and learn about production line manufacturing!
1:00-4:00pm: Challenging Construction
Let’s build! Students will learn about simple machines, construction, and engineering design. They’ll build their own solar-powered bike, design bridges, and tackle a tower maze. Plus, they’ll learn how to create their own zip-line sail!
July 21-25:
9:00am-12:00pm: Aquatic Amusement
Get ready to make a splash with buoyancy and water propulsion experiments! Students will build their own boats, submarines, and even a waterslide while learning how water affects movement and design. This is a week of fun in the water!
1:00-4:00pm: True STEM Heroes
It’s time to be a STEM hero! Students will save marine life from an oil spill, create non-Newtonian fluids (like solid water!), generate electricity from wind energy, and build their own solar-powered car. They’ll learn about sustainability and become environmental champions!
July 28-August 1:
9:00am-12:00pm: Challenging Physics
Dive into the world of physics with fun challenges! Students will build a roller coaster, create a crash-resistant cabin, design a catapult, and build their own dragster. They’ll discover the laws of physics while having fun with hands-on projects!
1:00-4:00pm: Robotics Engineering Challenges (Updated)
Students will continue exploring advanced robotics, using VEX IQ hardware and VEXcode to solve complex programming and mechanical challenges. They’ll design robots to complete tasks, race them, and participate in obstacle courses!
August 5-8 (4-day week):
9:00am-12:00pm: True STEM Heroes
Be a hero with STEM! Students will tackle environmental challenges like saving marine life from an oil spill, creating non-Newtonian fluids, and building a solar-powered car.
1:00-4:00pm: Aquatic Amusement
Students will dive into the world of water science by building boats, submarines, and even waterslides—all while exploring how buoyancy and air propulsion work in real life!
August 11-15:
9:00am-12:00pm: Scratch Game Design-Software Engineering Challenges
Coding made fun! Students will learn how to design their own computer games and create a website to showcase them using Scratch programming.
1:00-4:00pm: Crazy Science Challenge
Let’s mix it up with fun science experiments! Students will launch water rockets, create hydrogen fuel cells, and even learn how to make ice cream through hands-on activities that explore the wonders of science!
August 18-22:
9:00am-12:00pm: Robotics Engineering Challenges (Updated)
The ultimate robotics challenge awaits! Students will program and build robots using VEX IQhardware and VEXcode to complete exciting tasks and face off in friendly competitions!
1:00-4:00pm: STEM Olympic Challenge
The competition heats up with the STEM Olympics! Students will compete in robot challenges, including robot soccer, tug-of-war, and train races. They’ll also design and build their own mini crossbow and more!
August 25-29:
9:00am-12:00pm: Scratch Game Design-Software Engineering Challenges
It’s all about coding and creating! Students will design and code their own games and websites using Scratch, sharing their digital creations with the world!
1:00-4:00pm: Adventure Vacations
Pack your bags for an engineering adventure! Students will design their dream vacation projects, including building an airplane, hot air balloon, skyscraper, and even a sailboat!