Science Factory Camp

Science • Art • Innovation

Children ages 6–12 unleash their inner mad scientist in a glorious mess of science, art, and innovation.

Where Curiosity Gets Messy.

Campers dive headfirst into hands-on projects you’d probably never want at home. As they experiment, break things, rebuild, and make a mess along the way, they learn how to think creatively and problem-solve—even when it doesn’t work the first time. After all, what’s more fun than a little chaos?

Hands-On Learning

Build it. Test it. Try again. Hands-on, screen-free projects where art and science come to life through experimentation.

Mistakes are Magic

Trial and error are encouraged. Staff support campers without doing the work for them. It's how we learn.

Mess with Purpose

Creative chaos, thoughtfully designed. Every activity builds skills through exploration and problem-solving.

Flexibility for Families

Flexible schedules, full days. Attend by the day, the week, or any increments you need. Either way, lunch and the full day (8am–6pm) are included.

Create. Destroy. Explore.

Our activities are built around curiosity, not instructions. Campers start with an idea, test it out, and learn from what happens next. With supportive staff cheering nearby, campers gain confidence by figuring things out for themselves—one experiment at a time.

Core Activities

Hands-on projects where campers bring ideas to life. From building engineering feats, to experimenting with chemical reactions, or modeling the solar system, every activity invites kids to experiment, make mistakes, and try again.

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Weekly Themes

Each week introduces a new theme that sparks curiosity and shapes the projects, experiments, and challenges—so every week feels fresh, even for campers who come all summer. This year’s themes include Chemistry, Space Week, Ancient Humans, and Spy School.

Camp Schedule

Camp days are methodically structured to balance labs, creative projects, and free exploration. With low-screen tech and plenty of hands-on time, campers have the space to create, destroy, and explore every activity.

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Flexible Fees & Scheduling

Reserve the camp days that work for your summer. Families can purchase single days or bundle 15+ days to save, attending as full weeks or mixing days across the season. Each day includes full hours, 8am–6pm, with our core programming plus extended free-play time in the mornings and evenings. Lunch and snacks are included, and refunds are available if plans change.

Experimenting since 2012

Experimenting since 2012

Science Factory began as a small, hands-on science camp based on one, simple belief: kids learn best when they’re free to create, destroy, and explore.

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What Families Are Saying About Science Factory

Take a look at what families are saying about their experiences at Science Factory Camp.

5 star rating
Excellent camp, amazing staff, and tons of unique hands on activities! Second to none.
Jennifer P.
San Jose, CA
5 star rating
My girls had a wonderful experience with this camp!…The themes are intriguing, my kids raved about the daily activities, the camper to counselor ratio was a major plus, and the staff were all caring and kind with the kids. This will be on our list for summers to come.
Rachel M.
San Jose, CA
5 star rating
My 10 year old son actually WANTED to get up early and go back to this camp every morning! …The team was fantastic, professional and fun. My son called it "school but FUN!"…he had a great time learning! …Wonderful experience.
Marissa L.
Las Vegas, NV
5 star rating
…The counselors were knowledgeable and caring, and he loved the various building projects as well as the field trips. A great value and a great experience.
Ernest P.
Santa Clara, CA
5 star rating
My kids really enjoyed the Shoot for the Stars week! They came home each day excited to share what they had learned! We will be back next year!
Tricia C.
San Jose, CA
5 star rating
My daughter absolutely loved this camp. Definitely come back next year. She is more interested in science! Brian and his team are fantastic, they teach kids with care and love.
Maoyu M.
San Francisco, CA

Camp Facts

We gladly accept campers ages 6–12.

Each camp day includes all hours, 8am-6pm, lunch, snacks, and any materials needed for the activities that day.

We know plans inevitably will change before summer, so we offer stress-free refunds for all camp days purchased through us. Families can request a refund for unused camp days at any time. There are no processing fees, or penalties for needed to cancel. We'll refund exactly what you originally paid.

We recommend campers wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes. We also ask families to bring a reusable water bottle with them to help limit the use of disposable cups. We'll provide lunch and snacks as well as anything needed for the day's activities!