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Science Camps

Are you looking for the perfect science summer camp in Upstate, SC for your child? Here’s our list of venues that offer Science, Computer Science, STEM, and STEAM summer camps near Greenville, SC and across the Upstate. This list includes local schools, universities and more!

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For a complete list of summer camps in Upstate, SC, see our Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps near Greenville.

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Christ Church Episcopal School Summer Encounters

SPONSORED 864.299.1522 ext. 1242 | 245 Cavalier Dr, Greenville, SC

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JOIN US FOR SUMMER ENCOUNTERS AND LEAVE THE SUMMER TO US!

2025 camps will begin May 28!

Dive into an unforgettable summer adventure at Christ Church Episcopal School’s award-winning day camps in Greenville, SC. Summer Encounters hosts a comprehensive, diverse, and exciting collection of summer camps that provide meaningful opportunities for any child in grades (rising) K4 to 12.

With over 250 camps, Summer Encounters offers something for to spark everyone’s curiosity including thrilling outdoor games, athletics, arts and crafts, cooking, coding, service learning, science and technology, and so much more! Morning and afternoon sessions plus extended stay options means you can find the perfect fit for you and your child.

Summer Encounters Camps would be honored to invite your family to join us for an exciting summer of new discoveries, friendships, and lasting memories. Registration is open now and camps fill up fast. If you have questions or need assistance in any way, please contact Beth Campbell at campbellb@cces.org  or 864.299.1522.

Shining Stars Tutoring Summer Camp

SPONSORED 864.431.3914 | 103 East Butler Rd, Unit I , Mauldin, SC

Come join us at Shining Stars Tutoring Summer Camp in June and July 2025 for great learning experiences in math, reading, and academic refreshers, robotics, coding, and much more. There will be afternoon field trips to places like Dave & Busters, Big Air, skating, swimming, zoo, farms, and much more! All trips and snacks included in the price of the camp.

Morning schedule 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM

  • Math, Reading, and Academic refreshers
  • Games
  • Robotics and coding
  • Art projects and science projects

Afternoon schedule 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Field Trips!
  • Big Air
  • Skating
  • Arcade Games
  • Swimming

Call 864-431-3914 for more information

Giggles Drop-In Childcare Summer Camp

SPONSORED ‭864.252.4252 | 3620 Pelham Road STE 1A, Greenville, SC

2024 & 2025 Kaboom First Place Winner in Best Summer Camp

Get ready for GIGGLES ON THE GO!! We are excited for another fun summer full of awesome activities! We were voted BEST SUMMER CAMP in the KABOOM 2024 AWARDS!

We offer a full 8 hour day summer camp for kids 5 years old through 5th grade. Designed with both convenience and fun in mind, and at an all-inclusive price so your child is set for the summer.  That means you don’t ever have to worry about paying anything extra, packing food or a water bottle, or even washing your child’s camp shirt; we take care of it all!

We are different from other camps for several reasons:

  • We go on a field trip EVERY DAY to fun places like Shipwreck Cove Waterpark, Kangaroo Jax, the Roper Mountain Science center and many more. 
  • We have a very low teacher to child ratio 1:14 maximum so your child will get the personal attention they deserve.
  • All of our field trips, activities, lunches and snacks are INCLUDED. 

We are conveniently located within the Pelham 85 Shopping Center (3620 Pelham Rd. Suite #1 A) ! Now enrolling for our 2025 Summer Camp season – If your child loves being on-the-go, our summer camp with daily field trips is the one for your family!

Now offering a full day in center preschool camp for kids under 5! We know that it can be hard to find summer camp for preschoolers but we are here to help!  Our full 8 hour preschool summer camp has lots of great activities in our center each day.  Lunches and snacks are also included at the same low prices as our school age summer camp.  Click here for more information!

Love saving money?  Take advantage of our Early Bird Special!   Only $2150 for the whole summer when you purchase it in full by May 23rd 2025.  That’s a savings of $600!  Or save $25 per week by using the code EARLYBIRD25. But, hurry – There are limited Early Bird Spots available at this price, contact Giggles on Pelham for more information! 864-252-4252

Challenge Island offers summer camp programs that are based on important STEM/STEAM principles, but centered on themes kids love. From the ever-popular Slime Camps to Space Explorers, to the magic of wizards & potions, we have camps that keep kids having fun and learning even in the summer! Our camp adventures are vacations in their own right. Registration is open to children ages 5-12, and our camps are available at following locations.

Woodruff Rd Christian Church: 20 Bell Road: Monday- Thursday, 9-noon

June 2-5- Super STEAM Heroes

June 9-12- Space Explorers

June 16-19- Challenge Islanders Science Camp

June 23-26- Slimetopia 4: Once upon a SLIME

July 7-10- Ocean Adventures STEM Camp

July 14-17- Wizards, Potions & Magic

July 21-24- Arcade Mania

July 28-31- Best of Summer STEAM Camp

Christ Church Summer Encounters: Monday-Friday, 1-4pm

June 16-20: Super STEAM Heroes

June 23-27: Arcade Mania

July 28- Aug 1: Space Explorers

International School of Greenville: Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm

July 14-18: Space Explorers

July 21-25: STEAM Tank Entrepreneur Camp

Disciples CDC- Monday- Friday 9am-12pm

June 9-13: Ocean STEM Adventures (ages 5 & up)

Jr Ocean STEM Adventures (K3-K4)

June 16-20: Slimetopia 4: Once upon a Slime (ages 6 & up)

Wacky Science (K3-K4)

June 23-27: Space Explorers (ages 5 & up)

Jr Space Explorers (K3-K4)

July 7-11: Best of Summer STEAM Camp (ages 5 & up)

Summer Fun STEAM Camp (K3-K4)

Greenville Martial Art Center

SPONSORED 864.881.1397 | 425 Feaster Road, Greenville, SC

Join us for an action-packed ten weeks of Summer Camp!

Our all-day camps run from May 28th until August 2nd, with our days spanning from 7am to 6:30 pm.

We welcome children ages 5 to rising 8th graders.

Together we’ll explore a variety of opportunities, take field trips, learn Taekwondo, and grow into confident leaders. Here at Greenville Martial Arts Center we limit screen time and focus heavily on play, creativity, and our core Tenets; Courtesy, Integrity, Self-Control, Indomitable Spirit, Perseverance, and Loyalty.

Early enrollment ends soon, so we look forward to hearing from many of our local families!

Camp Griffin at Spartanburg Day School

SPONSORED 864.582.7539 | Spartanburg Day School, 1701 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC

Camp Griffin: The Ultimate Summer Experience!

Camp Griffin is where adventure, creativity, and fun come together for an unforgettable summer! Running from May 27 – August 1, 2025, our camp offers a dynamic selection of programs designed to engage and inspire campers of all interests. With options in sports, arts, STEM, outdoor exploration, culinary experiences, and more, there’s something for everyone.

Each week features exciting specialty camps led by experienced instructors who create a supportive and engaging environment. Campers can discover new passions, build confidence, make lasting friendships, and have a blast while learning new skills. Whether they’re mastering a new sport, experimenting in a science lab, hiking through the outdoors, or creating in the kitchen, every day at Camp Griffin is designed to be an adventure.

With both half-day and full-day options available, families can choose the schedule that works best for them. Weekly themed Griffin Games Fridays bring all campers together for camp-wide activities, adding an extra layer of excitement.

Camp Griffin is more than just a summer camp—it’s a place where kids grow, explore, and make memories that last a lifetime. Join us for Summer 2025 and experience the magic of Camp Griffin!

For more information check out our camp brochure.

The Greenville Zoo

SPONSORED 864.467.4850 | 150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville, SC

Give your child a summer to remember at the Greenville Zoo!

Zoo Camp registration is now open! Join us for a wild summer filled with fun games, experiments, animal encounters, and behind-the-scenes adventures for campers ages 5-17. Don’t miss out on the chance to join us for an unforgettable experience!

 

Go Here, There, and Everywhere at The Sunshine House’s Legendary Summer Camp

Powered by fun, exploration, and adventure, it’s everything that summer should be about! At Legendary Summer Camp, there’s always something new to experience, and no two days are the same.

Explore the earth under our feet, physics of flight, the wonders of water, journey to space, the science around us, and so much more!

• Fun, exciting field trips
• Unique weekly themes
• Safe, licensed, and secure
• Healthy meals and snacks included
• Outdoor playtime and physical activity, including NFL Play 60
• Led by experienced educators & childcare professionals

Every camper gets a FREE swag bag with a cool camp t-shirt, reusable water bottle, and matching backpack to carry all their gear.

Designed for campers 5-12 years old. Junior camp, designed for younger children, is available at select locations.

Space is limited. Find the location closest to you and register at sunshinehouse.com/camp-upstate/.

Where will you go this summer? Here, there, and everywhere!

Sylvan Learning of Greenville

SPONSORED 864-676-0011 | Three Upstate Locations, Greenville/Spartanburg/Anderson, SC

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Want to help your child make greater gains this summer? A personalized learning program in reading, writing, or math helps students grow their skills up to 3 times faster than traditional learning. Our 45+ years of proven instructional methods and rewards system motivate students to strengthen their skills, overcome learning loss, jump to higher levels, and gain confidence for academic and career success. Flexible schedules and monthly payment options starting from $125 to $399 to meet your family’s needs and help you provide the personalized learning your child craves.

Learning and fun are an all-in-one package at Sylvan! Our personalized programs engage the mind with
the best teaching methods and make learning exciting.

We’ve got lots of options to fit your busy summer schedule:

  • You pick your schedule and we work around your vacation plans.
  • Programs to either catch up or get ahead.
  • Extra practice keeps minds engaged and growing.
  • Get your child more confident and excited about the next school year.

Our centers are conveniently located in Greenville, North Main Greenville, Spartanburg,
Easley, and Anderson. Give us a call at 864-676-0011 to get started today and be sure to register for a chance to win our Summer Sweepstakes .

 

Oakbrook Preparatory School

SPONSORED | 190 Lincoln School Rd. , Spartanburg, SC

Unforgettable Summer Adventures Await!

Looking for an exciting and enriching summer experience for your child? Our Summer Camp is the perfect place for rising K4 through 6th graders to explore, create, and play! With a different theme each week, campers will embark on hands-on adventures that spark curiosity and creativity.

From science experiments and artistic creations to sports, music, and animal encounters, each week offers a unique theme filled with engaging activities. Builders will love Brick Week (with a special LEGO kit to take home!), and game lovers can challenge friends during All Fun & Games. Whether your child is an athlete, artist, musician, or explorer, there’s something for everyone!

Camp runs Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM, with a variety of interactive experiences led by passionate instructors. Don’t miss out on an unforgettable summer of learning, laughter, and adventure!

Register now at https://gofan.co/app/school/SC71189

We’re excited to host another great summer at Roper Mountain Science Center, the home to more than 100 week-long half- and full-day camps for children in completed grades K4 through 9. Our hands-on activity-based educational Summer Explorations Camps mix a wide variety of fun in a wide range of topics. With selections of old favorites and new offerings from art to animals, pop culture to physics, lots and lots of Legos, and, of course, science for all ages, there is truly something for everyone at Roper Mountain. Come join us for a fun-filled adventure this summer.

Visit www.ropermountain.org for the 2025 Summer Explorations camp guide and registration details. Feel free to contact Lisa Phillips at liphilli@greenville.k12.sc.us or 864-355-8925 with any questions about our summer camp programming.

Members only early online registration is Tuesday March 11, and general registration begins Thursday March 13.

Triple Tree Aerodrome

SPONSORED | 330 Mary Hanna Rd, Woodruff, SC

Take flight this summer at Triple Tree Aerodrome with ACE Summer Camps! This immersive 4-day aviation experience includes hands-on seminars, ground school lessons, aviation activities, and workshops on basic restoration skills. The highlight? A flight opportunity in one of the Triple Tree Aircraft!

Camps are divided into Radio Control Camps (for rising middle schoolers) and General Aviation Camps (for rising high schoolers), ensuring age-appropriate learning and engagement. With small class sizes capped at eight participants, each camper receives personalized instruction from certified teachers and aviation professionals.

Radio Control Camp
📅 June 16-19 | July 21-24
🎯 Ages: Rising Middle School
💰 $375 ($425 after March 1)

General Aviation Camp
📅 June 23-26 | July 14-17
🎯 Ages: Rising High School
💰 $375 ($425 after March 1)

⏰ Camp Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 AM – 3 PM (Friday reserved as a rain day)

Campers will engage with military and airline pilots, explore aviation technology like drones, and dive into aerodynamics and navigation. Each program includes a camp T-shirt, all materials, and a special Graduation Ceremony with lunch for two guests on Thursday.

For a full family experience, camping is available at Triple Tree throughout the week! Enjoy a family-filled adventure while your student participates in camp. Learn more at www.tta.aero/cnf.

Secure your spot today and let your aviation journey take off! Register today: www.tta.aero/ace.

WonderHere Anderson

SPONSORED | 102 Giles St, Anderson, SC

At WonderHere Anderson, our summer camps are all about fun, exploration, and creativity! Designed for curious minds and active imaginations, our camps provide a playful and enriching environment where children can learn through hands-on experiences. Each week, campers dive into exciting themes that spark curiosity and inspire meaningful learning. Whether it’s exploring the wonders of science, embarking on imaginative adventures, or expressing themselves through art and music, every day is filled with joy and discovery.

Our play and project-based approach encourages campers to collaborate, problem-solve, and think outside the box, all while building lasting friendships. With a blend of structured activities and plenty of time for free play, children enjoy the perfect balance of learning and fun. Our caring and experienced educators are dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space where every child feels valued and excited to participate.

At WonderHere Anderson, we believe that summer is a time for exploration, growth, and, most importantly, joy. Join us for an unforgettable summer camp experience that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and the love of learning. Spaces are limited, so secure your child’s spot today!

BJU EDUcamp Jr. and Jr. Bruins Sports Camps

SPONSORED | 1700 Wade Hampton Boulevard, Greenville, SC

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Learning and fun go hand in hand this summer at EDUcamp Jr. and Jr. Bruins Sports Camps at Bob Jones University.

Your elementary and middle school kids will explore a different imaginative adventure each week as they make new friends and develop creative skills in a Christian environment.

Some highlights:

  • Robotics and Technology
  • Pastry Perfection
  • Global Expeditions
  • Theatre
  • Bug Biodiversity
  • Intro to Coding

There are 19 exciting EDUcamp Jr. programs in all, plus 13 Jr. Bruins Sports Camps, led by experienced coaches, that focus on developing skills and sportsmanship while having fun.

Your child is sure to have an awesome experience at EDUcamp Jr. and Jr. Bruins Sports Camps. The adventure begins the week of May 19.

Take advantage of our early bird special. Get $25 off any camp if you register by April 1.

Input Code: KiddingGville, 10% off all camps! Expires on July 29th.

Explore camps and register

https://educamp.bju.edu/

Hatcher Garden Discovery Camp

| 820 John B. White Sr. Blvd., Spartanburg, SC

Hatcher Garden Discovery Camp offers children a fun, educational experience, with hands-on activities, exploring plants, animals, and nature through interactive learning.

Camp Invention

| Multiple Locations, Greenville | Simpsonville | Anderson, SC

Camp Invention is a STEM Summer camp program happening in all 50 states encouraging students to find and solve problems while building confidence. There are locations near Greenville, SC. Camps are one-week long, full-day camps.

Ages: enter 1st – 6th grade

2025 programs vary by location, registration is now ope

Field Trips & School Programs: The South Carolina Botanical Garden at Clemson offers 45-60 minute school programs intended to support your curriculum and grade level. Homeschool groups can visit as well. Fee is $5 per student. They also offer classes that are perfect for homeschooling families.

Summer Camp Offers: The SC Botanical Garden at Clemson offers week-long summer camps in June and July for kids aged 6 – 12 (8:30 – 3)
2025 Summer Camps in June and July
CircleUp! STEM Camp: Show Soils Some Love
Garden Discovery Camp
Potentially more to be announced.

PARI Summer STEM and Space Exploration Camps

828.862.5554 | 1 Pari Drive, Rosman, NC

PARI Summer Campers will enjoy rocketry, engineering, astrophysics, biology, adventure, and fun in the beautiful Pisgah Forest region.

2025 PARI Summer Camp registration is open!

Camp Voyager

864.878.1103 | 698 Concord Church Rd, Pickens, SC

Over a fun-filled week at  YLI Headquarters in Pickens, SC, campers will test their creativity and problem-solving skills. This camp is for children aged 9 – 15.

Camps are overnight, week-long, and begin June 8th, 2025-August 1st, 2025.

Registration for 2025 Camp Voyager Summer Camp is now open!

Spartanburg Parks Summer Camps

864.472.3634 | Various Locations, Spartanburg County, SC

SUMMER CAMP FOR AGES: 5 – 12

LOCATIONS:

  • Inman Elementary School/Inman Intermediate School
  • Timken Community Center (Cowpens)
  • Woodruff Leisure Center

Registration opens to the general public on Monday, February 17th, 2025.

Ignite STEAM Camp

| 216 Bransfield Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Weekly STEAM camps where campers apply their math and science skills to the engineering design process to develop ingenuity, creativity, collaboration, and flexible thinking. For rising 1st – 8th graders.
Morning and afternoon camps available.

Clemson University Science Outreach Center

| Jordan Hall, Clemson University, Clemson, SC

The Clemson University Science Outreach Center summer day camps are a blend of STEM adventure and educaiton designed for campers ages 8 – 12.

Find more information about 2025 camps here!

Clemson University Summer Scholars

864-656-2314 | 2045 Barre Hall, Clemson, SC

Wanna have your child ‘try on’ Clemson for a week this summer? Give them a sneak peek at college life. Check out Summer Scholars!

Offers: Week-long course in a field of interest with a university instructor. Current Clemson students serve as mentors who guide Scholars through the week.

AGE: Rising 7th – 12th grade

STEM Day Camp

This STEM Day Camp is designed specifically for High School students (incoming 9th – 12th graders).
June 2 – 6, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m
Location: Spartanburg Community College, Giles Campus

Shining Stars Summer Camp

864.431.3914 | 103 East Butler Road, Unit I, Mauldin, SC

Summer Camp 2025 registration now open

The morning will be art projects, robotics/coding, and math and academic refreshers. The afternoon is for field trips (field trips, skating, arcade, swimming, etc).
Monday-Friday, 7:00 am – 3 pm, June – August 1st.

 

Mathnasium Five Forks

864.626.3030 | 1756 Woodruff Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: A variety of Math Camps for all grade levels

STEM Camp

| Spartanburg Community College, Spartanburg, SC

STEM Day Camp is for incoming 9th – 12th grade students. All activities will challenge students to apply STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) topics to real-world situations. Activities may include rocket launching, drone aerodynamics, programming rovers, engineering with dominoes, 3D printing, crime scene analysis, and analyzing chemical reactions.

Monday, July 8 – Friday, July 12
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location:
 Spartanburg Community College Giles Campus
Cost: $100 (scholarships available) Lunch and snack provided

Spartanburg Science Center

864.583.2777 | 200 E. St. John Street, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: STEAM Summer Camps featuring a wide array of topics. For rising K4 through rising 8th grade.

Previous year’s camps have included animals, LEGO Robotics, Minecraft, coding, pre-algebra readiness, the solar system, nature walks, and much, much more.

Watershed Summer Camps

864.503.5728 | USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: Two camp sessions hosted by the Watershed Ecology Center at USC Upstate. Camps are available for kids entering 1st-3rd grades and kids entering 4th – 6th grades. Camps are from 9am-12 noon the second week of June.
Registration usually opens in April.

AO Farm School (grades K-12) offers education rooted in faith, academics & agriculture, bridging the freedom & flexibility of homeschooling with the support of the school experience in a like-minded campus community.

Summer Camp 2025: Farm based summer camp for ages 5-17, rain or shine, dates in June and July (week long) from 9 am – 2 pm. $275 per week

SC Governor School for Science and Mathematics (GoSciTech)

843.383.3901 | 401 Railroad Avenue, Hartsville, SC

Offers: For students interested in science and math, the Governor School for Science and Math offers camps in STEM for rising 6th- 10th grade.
Camps offered include virtual camps, residential camps, and day camps.
Application Opens March 3rd, 2025

Ivybrook Academy

864.501.5997 | 305 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Ivybrook Academy is looking forward to a fun-filled summer with all of you! Themed summer camps such as backyard adventures, space exploration, and scientific discoveries.

Summer Camp at The Goddard School

864.254.0708 | 8 Five Forks Plaza Court, Simpsonville, SC

Offers: Summer camp curriculum STEAM learning through exciting and fun experiences for your child every day! For ages 4 – 12

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