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!

Register Now

Please see the available dates and select the following to register.

Dates

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