FAQ

Sole responsibility for the decision to close and open camps in the case of any threatened or actual emergency rests with Club SciKidz Houston Owners. Club SciKidz Houston Owners will monitor the weather and closure of school districts (e.g. Fort Bend ISD and Katy ISD) and institutions of higher education (e.g. University of Houston – Sugar Land Campus and University of Houston – Katy) near its campsites. The decision to close will be conveyed to camp directors, counselors and parents of students by email and/or text messages. Updates and other relevant information will be posted on the Club SciKidz Houston Main Business Line (713-589-8958) and website (barring any power outages).

During inclement weather, it is vital for everyone to stay abreast of news coverage about weather or road conditions and emergency information regarding personal safety and evacuation instructions. Recognizing the diverse range of personal circumstances faced by individuals, Club SciKidz Houston urges camp directors, counselors and parents of campers to make decisions in the best interest for themselves and their families. Employees who are unable to report for regularly scheduled work hours should coordinate with Club SciKidz Houston site directors and owners before taking time off while campsites are open and operating under normal conditions – this may done via the employee scheduling app. 

While makeup days would normally occur in a school setting, Club SciKidz Houston does not have the ability to offer such make up time. In the event that Club SciKidz Houston owners close camp because of inclement weather, affected campers will recieve a credit on their account for the missed day(s) of camp. Absolutely no refunds will be given. Account credits may be applied to future camp weeks in the same summer season or a Summer season thereafter. 

Again, the best sources of information as to whether Club SciKidz Houston is open or closed is the Club SciKidz Houston Main Business Line (713-589-8958).

All of our registration is done online. Please click on one of the enroll buttons at the top of any one of our pages.

Our tax ID number is 47-4254466. This number is also on your email confirmation. Please keep this confirmation for your records. This can act as a receipt for your flexible spending account or child care tax credit (if applicable). If you lose your receipt, please go to the Family Account link on our Home Page and login to retrieve a new one.

Each camper should bring a lunch, snacks and drinks each day. Since we have an outdoor component , a small water bottle is advisable. Sunscreen and hat is recommended. Please see our policy  and waiver concerning the application of sunscreen under our FAQ Risk Management category. Electronic devices are not permitted at camp and will be confiscated until picked up by a parent. 

We have a “no-cell phone” policy at Club SciKidz Summer Science Camps.

Please click here to read our Parent Letter and Camp Policy regarding cell phones, the Internet, and other technologies.

Please click here to see The Typical Daily Schedule for 4&5 year olds and older children, ages 6-15.

Please call for enrollment in our half day option which is available for the 4&5 year olds only. The half day camper’s schedule will go from 9am – 1pm. Be sure to pack a lunch and snacks. Students in the half day 4&5 year old camps will have recess after lunch but will miss our outdoor component in the afternoon and some science activities. Please note, they will receive three full sessions of science in the morning. NOTE: If they are already going to school, we recommend the full day camp.

The camp hours are from 9:00am to 4:00pm. You may drop off your child no earlier than 8:30am unless you have paid for the Pre camp services.

Campers may be dropped off anytime between 8:30-9:00 am, and must be picked up by 4:00 pm. The camp runs between 9-4pm.

We have extended day services at all of our locations. The cost is $25.00 per week for Pre Camp, which starts at 8:00 am Post Camp services are from 3:30 – 5:30 pm and cost $35.00 dollars per week. Campers that are picked up later than 5:30 pm will incur additional charges at the rate of $1.00 per minute. Please do not try to drop your child off before 8am. In a pinch, you can pay the daily rate (divide by 5) that morning if you just need services for that day. All parents should make sure they record the Director’s cell phone # in case they need to communicate with the cup site.

Each camper will receive one T-shirt with each week they register for camp. T-shirts ARE required to be worn each day of camp. Additional shirts can be ordered at the time of registration. They are currently $12.

Club SciKidz does have an outdoor component in the afternoons each day. Campers are involved in team and skill building activities with their age group. Activities include: kick ball, soccer, basketball, tug-of-war, water games (Thursdays), team  challenges etc.

Also, campers are on the playgrounds of our camps for 30 minutes after lunch.

No. In order to gain the most from their camp experience and not to disrupt the structure of the camp , we do not allow partial weeks. We suggest planning early to attend a full week of camp.

If your child is only 3 years old at this time and will not be four until this summer, we will accept their registration as long as they will be four years old before their week of camp begins.

We accept all credit and debit cards using our online registration service. To register, go to our registration page by clicking on “Enroll Now”. Our registration service also accepts checks.

If the camp is full, it will be marked as “full” when you try to register. You will have the option of being placed on a waiting list. At this point you do have the capability of choosing another camp that has space. Look on the Camp locations page to see if the camp is full before you go to the online registration service.

If you wish your child to be placed with friends or siblings, please let us know in advance on the registration form. We can accommodate this request as long as they are in the same age group. Our age groups are 4-5 year olds – 6-9 year olds – 10-12 year olds and 12-15 year olds.

Club SciKidz does not permit non-campers (parents or unregistered students) to sit in on courses. We require all of our employees to undergo  thorough background and reference checks. We understand that parents are very interested in what their children are doing at camp and have therefore created our Family Day event. Family Day takes place on Friday afternoon to provide parents with an opportunity to view their camper’s projects and get a better understanding of their child’s camp experience.

Safety measures include:

• Club SciKidz counselors will ensure that hats are being worn and sunscreen is reapplied during the day if necessary. If the Permission to  Apply Sunscreen  has been signed by parent/guardian, the Director(s) will assist in reapplying sunscreen.
• Children at all camp sites will have regular access to water fountains or drinking water taps. Campers should remember to bring their own water bottles and to fill up throughout the day.
• Club SciKidz counselors will plan lower activity games/activities when the sun is the strongest and will take advantage of shaded areas throughout the day.

In addition, please download our Guidelines for Outdoor Play.

The base price for our full day camp is $285. Please call for enrollment in our half day option for 4&5 year olds. Several of the camps have lab fees attached – these are camps that have an extraordinary amount of project supplies. Many of our robot and advanced science camps would be included.

Yes, we offer a variety of  early bird discounts starting in October and extending until the first week in January.  Many campers attend for more than one week. You should make sure you are on our mailing list to receive discount notices. We offer multi-session and multi-sibling discounts of $10 off  for each camp registered the entire year. Some of these discount will be taken automatically and some require a code #. The multi discounts are taken automatically.

Every year Club SciKidz makes available a large number of scholarships for our camps with our Shelby Jean scholarship program. These are 100% scholarships to families that need assistance providing the camp experience for their children. Requirements require a letter explaning your financial circumstances, a reference from your child’s teacher, and a brief letter from your child expressing their desire to attend our science and technology camps. One scholarship per family please!

Please click here to download the application and start the scholarship process.

Yes, and there is no charge for this service. Your request must be in writing (email), and we will  accommodate your request as long as there is room in the new camp or location.

Full refunds will be given until April 1. A 75% refund will be given between April 2 and May 31. There are no refunds after May 31st. You may switch weeks during the summer or take a 100% credit for the following summer.

There is a $12.00 cancellation fee to cover our online registration costs.

We accept all credit and debit cards using our online registration service. To register, go to our registration page by clicking on “Enroll ”. We also accept checks at our camp locations to pay for T-shirts and extended day services.

If you’re registering a student under the age of 13 and they’re attending a day camp this summer, you may be able to apply paid tuition toward child and dependent care credit.

This is what the IRS website says.

“The cost of day camp can count as an expense towards the child and dependent care credit. Expenses for overnight camps do not qualify. The credit is generally 20% to 35% of non-reimbursed expenses; up to $3000 in expenses for one child and up to $6000 for two or more children. The actual credit is also based on your income.”

Please note: Club SciKidz does not offer tax advice. Consult your accountant or tax professional before filing. Your employer may have established a Flexible Spending Account, consult your HR Department to see if your plan covers day camps.

Club SciKidz not only has a new website, we are introducing several new camps that include: 3D printing, Minecraft, QuadCopter Robotics, iPhone and iPad gaming, Java programming, Stop Motion Animation, RPG Game Design, Cartooning, LEGO EV3 Robotics, and new offerings in our CSI and Chef camps.

Our camps are for children and teens ages 4-15. Each camp description has a recommended participation age.

Club SciKidz carefully considers the age range for each course as we receive feedback from our instructors, parents, and campers.  Our age policy is to allow you to take a course provided you meet the age requirement by September 1st of the camp year. Example: If you see a course for “ages 6-8” and your child is currently 5 but will turn 5 by September 1st of the camp year, you can register your child for that course.

Please note that you will see some camps listed in the 6-11 and 12-15 age categories. As children move towards middle school age, parents can choose to place their child in either group depending on the child’s abilities and experience with the subject matter. However, be aware that the older group’s conversation will sometimes turn more mature.

If you have any questions, please call us. 285-435-4721.

Since we have taken into account many considerations in matching our age groups and camp themes, we generally like to adhere to those requirements. Please remember that an age group contains not only a certain intellectual and skill set, but also a certain level of social maturity. These requirements allow Club SciKidz to meet the needs of each camper. If you have additional questions, please feel free to call us at 285-435-4721.

Sole responsibility for the decision to close and open camps in the case of any threatened or actual emergency rests with Club SciKidz Houston Owners. Club SciKidz Houston Owners will monitor the weather and closure of school districts (e.g. Fort Bend ISD and Katy ISD) and institutions of higher education (e.g. University of Houston – Sugar Land Campus and University of Houston – Katy) near its campsites. The decision to close will be conveyed to camp directors, counselors and parents of students by email and/or text messages. Updates and other relevant information will be posted on the Club SciKidz Houston Main Business Line (713-589-8958) and website (barring any power outages).

During inclement weather, it is vital for everyone to stay abreast of news coverage about weather or road conditions and emergency information regarding personal safety and evacuation instructions. Recognizing the diverse range of personal circumstances faced by individuals, Club SciKidz Houston urges camp directors, counselors and parents of campers to make decisions in the best interest for themselves and their families. Employees who are unable to report for regularly scheduled work hours should coordinate with Club SciKidz Houston site directors and owners before taking time off while campsites are open and operating under normal conditions – this may done via the employee scheduling app. 

While makeup days would normally occur in a school setting, Club SciKidz Houston does not have the ability to offer such make up time. In the event that Club SciKidz Houston owners close camp because of inclement weather, affected campers will recieve a credit on their account for the missed day(s) of camp. Absolutely no refunds will be given. Account credits may be applied to future camp weeks in the same summer season or a Summer season thereafter. 

Again, the best sources of information as to whether Club SciKidz Houston is open or closed is the Club SciKidz Houston Main Business Line (713-589-8958).

Club SciKidz does not permit non-campers (parents or unregistered students) to sit in on courses. We require all of our employees to undergo  thorough background and reference checks. We understand that parents are very interested in what their children are doing at camp and have therefore created our Family Day event. Family Day takes place on Friday afternoon to provide parents with an opportunity to view their camper’s projects and get a better understanding of their child’s camp experience.

Safety measures include:

• Club SciKidz counselors will ensure that hats are being worn and sunscreen is reapplied during the day if necessary. If the Permission to  Apply Sunscreen  has been signed by parent/guardian, the Director(s) will assist in reapplying sunscreen.
• Children at all camp sites will have regular access to water fountains or drinking water taps. Campers should remember to bring their own water bottles and to fill up throughout the day.
• Club SciKidz counselors will plan lower activity games/activities when the sun is the strongest and will take advantage of shaded areas throughout the day.

In addition, please download our Guidelines for Outdoor Play.

Safety is our number one goal at Club SciKidz. All of our campers are supervised 100% of the time. We do not allow cell phones and other electronic devices at camp because most of them have built-in cameras and we do not have the ability to monitor internet use. Each camp location has a number of staff that are trained in CPR and First Aid. There is also a first aid kit available.

All staff go through emergency and crisis management training. Staff are never allowed to be alone with children. All of our staff must pass state and national background checks.

If your child has to be given medications at camp you must fill out our medical form and take that form to camp on the first day. All medications must be given to our Camp Director at check-in. The medication must be in original containers that identify, the prescribing physician (if a prescription drug), the name of the medication, the dosage and the frequency of administration. The medication will be dispensed as instructed by you. This policy also includes Epi-Pens. Campers are not allowed to hold onto their Epi-Pens.

Download Medical Form

Club SciKidz camps are blanketed with a variety of insurance policies.

Employees receive a combination of online and in-person training before the camp season begins. The training includes Club SciKidz’s Camp Staff Training Package, where we  provide frontline staff with foundational knowledge in the areas of camp-centered leadership, creating community, reducing injuries and illness, bullying prevention, risk management, and recognizing and reporting child abuse.

Counselors also go through core competency training in their particular subject areas with a combination of online and hands-on courses.

On the online registration form, please list all allergies and medications that need to be administered. You may bring any medications the first day of camp with written instructions describing frequency and dosage. The medical authorization form must be brought the first day of camp. Medications must be provided in their original containers.

Epi-Pens must be given to the Camp Director on Monday mornings. Epi Pens are not allowed to be kept in the camper’s classroom or on the person of the camper. In extreme allergy situations the camp counselor will have access to the Pen in their classroom.

Please keep in mind that we are a nut-free zone.

On the online registration form, please list all allergies and medications that need to be administered. You may bring any medications the first day of camp with written instructions describing frequency and dosage. The medical authorization form must be brought the first day of camp. Medications must be provided in their original containers.

Epi-Pens must be given to the Camp Director on Monday mornings. Epi Pens are not allowed to be kept in the camper’s classroom or on the person of the camper. In extreme allergy situations the camp counselor will have access to the Pen in their classroom.

Please keep in mind that we are a nut-free zone.

Club SciKidz does not provide any food service to campers. Parents should be sure to pack a snack and drink for the morning and lunch and a drink for the lunch hour. In addition, if your child is enrolled in the Post Camp services it is advisable to pack an extra drink and snack.

Club SciKidz instructors are trained to handle special circumstances to a limited extent. We have found that if children are able to function without an aide at school, they generally do very well at camp. If your child does require an aide at school, you must ensure that an aide accompanies your child to camp. All aids must be at least 18 years of age and not related to the camper. Over the years, we have had many children with special needs and they usually do very well. However, if for some reason it is determined that camp is not suitable for your child, the total tuition for camp is non-refundable per our cancellation policy. Please call us if you have any additional questions. 285-435-4721

The Camper Welcome Packet is a four page document containing very specific information about our camps. The packet delivers specific information about, required forms, extended hours, fees, tax id #, what you should and should not bring to camp, our medication policy, etc.

Download Camper Welcome Packet

If you forget your password you may request it from our registration service. Please note, that the password you use for the after-School program(if enrolled) will not work for the summer camp registration.

When you complete the camp registration, you will receive an email describing your family’s online account. Please safely store this information. Your login information you established for your registration will allow you access to your account where you can see what camps you have registered for. You can also print off statements for company flex plans and child tax credits.

The Family Login is at the top of any of our website pages.