Discovery Quest

Discovery Quest is a four-day camp designed for students in Grades 4-5 who are curious about how science and technology shape the world around them. This camp offers a broad introduction to key areas of STEM through hands-on, inquiry-based learning.

Campers will explore a variety of activities inspired by life sciences, physical sciences, engineering, and technology, including experiments, design challenges, and beginner-friendly tech projects. Each day highlights different STEM themes, giving campers a chance to experience the types of activities featured in our other specialized camps.

Expect to See

A mix of experiments, building, and exploration across STEM disciplines, and the opportunity to explore multiple CE Camp themes in one camp!

Availability

August 4-7

Pricing

• Camp: $340/week
• Extended Care: $70/week (flat fee for pre and post-camp hours)
• *NEW* Need financial support? Apply for Free to Grow funding

Location

This camp is held at University of Guelph’s main campus, primarily in the Albert A. Thornborough building.

Hours

• This camp runs from Tuesday to Friday
• Regular Hours:
  • Drop-off is between 8:45 AM and 9:00 AM
  • Pick-up is 4:00 PM sharp
• Extended Care (optional):
  • Pre-camp supervision from 8:10 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Post-camp supervision from 4:00 PM to 4:50 PM

Pick-Up & Drop-Off

• Campers in Grades 6-10 may be authorized by a parent/guardian to Self Sign-Out (meaning a parent/guardian does not need to sign those campers out at the end of the day)
• A parent/guardian can authorize their Grade 6-10 camper to sign out a younger sibling

Lunch & Snacks

• Campers will have an hour for lunch in addition to a morning and an afternoon snack break
• Lunch and snacks will be eaten outdoors whenever possible

Information Package

All registrants will receive a Pre-Camp Package one week before camp that will contain:

• All necessary details and forms needed to attend camp
• Exact pick-up and drop-off details
• Sign-out and self sign-out authorizations
• Medical information
• Special considerations form
• and more!

Important Notes

• "Grade" refers to the grade your child will enter this fall
  • Creative Encounters reserves the right to remove your child from camp if you have registered them for the incorrect grade
• Need help registering for camp? Read our How To Register Guide
• Need to cancel or transfer? Read our Cancellation & Transfers Policy