STEM Inclusive Holiday Camp

Join us for a magical summer adventure where science meets joy! Our STEM Holiday Camp is thoughtfully crafted for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
What Makes Our Camp Special:
Sensory-Friendly Environment - Calm, structured spaces with predictable routines
LEGO®-Based Learning - Using our certified LEGO® Therapy approach to build confidence and skills
Small Group Sessions - Maximum 8 children per session for personalized attention
ASD-Aware Staff - All team members trained in autism awareness and special needs support

☀️ Physics & Engineering
Solar Oven: Construct a simple solar oven using a pizza box, foil, and plastic wrap. Harness the sun's thermal energy to melt s'mores while learning about renewable energy.
Water Bottle Rockets: Build a pneumatic rocket using a plastic bottle, cardboard fins, and a pump. Test how varying water levels and air pressure affect launch height and trajectory.
Straw or Popsicle Stick Bridges: Engineer a bridge out of everyday materials and test structural integrity by adding weights.
? Water & Chemistry
Leak-Proof Bag Science: Push sharpened pencils through a water-filled Ziploc bag without spilling a drop! This experiment explores the chemistry and flexibility of polymers.
Giant Bubbles: Mix dish soap, water, and glycerin or corn syrup to explore surface tension. Experiment with different wand shapes (like cotton string or straws) to see how they impact bubble size.
Lemon Volcano: Use baking soda, dish soap, and a halved lemon to create an fizzy, citrus-scented chemical reaction outdoors.
? Earth & Nature
DIY Weather Station: Design your own anemometer using cups to measure wind speed, and a marked jar to track rainfall.
Seed Bombs & Launchers: Combine air-dry clay, compost, and native wildflower seeds to create biodegradable bombs, or engineer craft-stick launchers to disperse them across the garden.
Sun Art (Cyanotype) Printing: Use nature-print paper or special cyanotype solutions and place leaves or flowers on them in the direct sun to create striking, white-on-blue botanical prints.

Cognitive Development:
• Problem-Solving Skills - Engineering challenges like "How can we make Santa's sleigh fly?" develop critical thinking
• Mathematical Concepts - Measuring, counting, patterns through building Christmas structures
• Scientific Inquiry - Hypothesis testing with "Will this bridge hold Santa's presents?"
• Executive Functioning - Following multi-step building instructions improves planning and organization
Social & Emotional Growth:
• Turn-Taking - Collaborative builds teach patience and sharing
• Communication Skills - Explaining their creations builds confidence and vocabulary
• Emotional Regulation - LEGO® therapy techniques help manage frustration and celebrate success
• Self-Esteem - Completing challenges provides sense of achievement
Integrated Physical Activities:
Gross Motor Development:
• Obstacle Course - Navigate through challenges while carrying LEGO builds
• Relay - Teams race to collect building materials from different stations
• Circuit - Crawling, jumping, balancing while transporting contraptions
• Present Delivery Mission - Physical treasure hunts to find building components
Fine Motor Skills:
• Precision Building - Small LEGO® pieces strengthen finger dexterity
• Tool Usage - Safe Summer-themed building tools develop hand-eye coordination
• Decorating Activities - Adding holiday elements to builds improves grip strength
Sensory Integration Activities:
• Textured Building Stations - Different materials (smooth, rough, soft) for sensory exploration
• Movement Breaks - Scheduled physical activities between building sessions
• Calming Corner - Quiet physical activities like gentle stretching or fidget tools
Adaptive Physical Activities for Different Needs:
For High-Energy Children:
• Active Building Challenges - Standing workstations, movement-based games
• Outdoor STEM - Weather permitting, building and experiments.
For Children Needing Calm:
• Seated Building Stations - Comfortable, supportive seating options