Scratch camps are ideal for kids as young as 8 years old who want to get started on coding. In the structured setting of camp, young Scratchers learn how to create simple animations and games. Below the list of camps, learn more about Scratch, its benefits, and kinds of camps you might also like. Read more
Camps listed below offer programming focused mainly or entirely on learning Scratch and developing animations, interactive stories, and games using this language.
Aug 12 - Aug 16, 2024
Learn Scratch coding language and unleash your creativity in the digital world! Visit website |
Aug 12 - Aug 16, 2024
Start coding early with Scratch Jr! Simplify concepts with color-matching blocks. Create young IT experts at our camp! Visit website |
Mar 02 - Aug 31, 2024
18 weeks, 1 hour per week. Maximum of 4 students per instructor. RP4K has 24+ years of experience. Visit website |
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Camps below may have a broad curriculum or focus on another activity, with some learning of Scratch.
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Jul 08 - Aug 16, 2024
The Queen’s Summer Engineering Academy is a summer program that exposes students to design and engineering disciplines. Visit website |
Jul 15 - Jul 19, 2024
Young scientists will develop their knowledge and understanding through our hands-on STEAM programs! Visit website |
Aug 12 - Aug 16, 2024
Campers will have so much fun, they won't realize they're learning, and will leave amazed at what they can do! Join us! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jun 24 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Aug 06 - Aug 09, 2024
Campers will have so much fun, they won't realize they're learning, and will leave amazed at what they can do! Join us! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Aug 06 - Aug 09, 2024
Young scientists will develop their knowledge and understanding through our hands-on STEAM programs! Visit website |
Jul 08 - Jul 12, 2024
Campers will have so much fun, they won't realize they're learning, and will leave amazed at what they can do! Join us! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Aug 19 - Aug 23, 2024
Young scientists will develop their knowledge and understanding through our hands-on STEAM programs! Visit website |
Jul 08 - Jul 12, 2024
Young scientists will develop their knowledge and understanding through our hands-on STEAM programs! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
At Camp STEAM, campers execute projects using all STEAM areas to discover new ways to solve problems - their way! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 30, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Aug 19 - Aug 23, 2024
Campers will have so much fun, they won't realize they're learning, and will leave amazed at what they can do! Join us! Visit website |
Jul 29 - Aug 02, 2024
Campers will have so much fun, they won't realize they're learning, and will leave amazed at what they can do! Join us! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 02, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 30, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 15 - Jul 19, 2024
Campers will have so much fun, they won't realize they're learning, and will leave amazed at what they can do! Join us! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
Connections Engineering Outreach and the FEAS are offering these junior sessions of QSEA! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Jul 05, 2024
Campers will have so much fun, they won't realize they're learning, and will leave amazed at what they can do! Join us! Visit website |
Jul 22 - Jul 26, 2024
Campers will have so much fun, they won't realize they're learning, and will leave amazed at what they can do! Join us! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Aug 19 - Aug 30, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jun 24 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jun 17 - Aug 30, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Aug 12 - Aug 16, 2024
Young scientists will develop their knowledge and understanding through our hands-on STEAM programs! Visit website |
Jul 29 - Aug 02, 2024
Young scientists will develop their knowledge and understanding through our hands-on STEAM programs! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
Come and learn about the field of engineering through hands-on workshops! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 30, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 22 - Jul 26, 2024
Young scientists will develop their knowledge and understanding through our hands-on STEAM programs! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
With countless activities for children (4-12) and LIT programs for teens (13-16), there’s something for everyone! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
Fuel young minds with technology and engineering adventures - from robots to science experiments, building projects, and more Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 23, 2024
Ignite girls' passions in technology and engineering, with inspiring role models - from robots to experiments and beyond! Visit website |
Jul 29 - Aug 02, 2024
This basic coding knowledge will prepare them for any future coding classes or coding languages they want to learn. Visit website |
Jul 15 - Aug 16, 2024
Fuel young minds with technology and engineering adventures - from robots to science experiments, building projects, and more Visit website |
Sep 03, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024
Build and design, program and control, test and play! Robotics and learning made fun. Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
Learn basic coding skills with robotic devices. Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
Fuel young minds with technology and engineering adventures - from robots to science experiments, building projects, and more Visit website |
Jul 15 - Aug 16, 2024
Ignite girls' passions in technology and engineering, with inspiring role models - from robots to experiments and beyond! Visit website |
Jul 29 - Aug 02, 2024
Discover hands-on engineering fun! Explore Carleton's programs, labs, and dive into a week of experiments and challenges! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
Fuel young minds with technology and engineering adventures - from robots to science experiments, building projects, and more Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 09, 2024
Empower young minds through tech and engineering experiences—robots, experiments, building, etc! Earn volunteer hours too! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 16, 2024
Ignite girls' passions in technology and engineering, with inspiring role models - from robots to experiments and beyond! Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 09, 2024
Level up creativity from concept to coding and design, unleash your inner game developer. Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
Fuel young minds with technology and engineering adventures - from robots to science experiments, building projects, and more Visit website |
Jul 08 - Jul 26, 2024
You have mastered the basics of LEGO® robotics and now you want a real challenge! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
Hands-on engineering adventures await! From experiments to challenges, dive into a week completely off-computers! Visit website |
Oct 05, 2023 - Dec 05, 2024
RP4K teaches game coding to children and teens. Students learn from dedicated instructors not self learning workbooks. Visit website |
Jul 22 - Jul 26, 2024
Using Lego, campers will learn to build robots and use programing to make them move. Visit website |
Jun 25 - Aug 09, 2024
Create, build and code different robots to perform a task either for a challenge or self-exploration. Visit website |
Jul 22 - Jul 26, 2024
Campers will dive into the fundamentals of coding using Scratch! Visit website |
Jul 08 - Jul 12, 2024
This art camp builds up campers' familiarity in working with 3D materials and learning how to navigate a 3D space. Visit website |
Mar 16 - Jun 15, 2024
Lego teaches students to learn through creativity and technology Visit website |
Jul 02 - Jul 05, 2024
Prepare for a camp of friendly competition and collaboration! Each day brings new challenges, introducing concepts like desi Visit website |
Jul 08 - Jul 12, 2024
Go on a worldwide journey through the art of cooking! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 30, 2024
5 days exploring science, coding & robotics through super fun, hands-on experiments, making friends and building confidence. Visit website |
Jul 02 - Jul 05, 2024
Campers will learn to code games on the program, Scratch. Visit website |
Jun 24 - Aug 23, 2024
Learn more about coding and robotics with activities with 3D printing, micro-bits, and robotics! Visit website |
Mar 01, 2024 - Dec 22, 2025
Structured, reinforcing projects in the subject pathways of fabrication, physical computing, engineering and digital arts. Visit website |
Jul 22 - Aug 23, 2024
Join us in-person for a day filled with activities on the York University Keele campus and visit the YorkU Observatory! Visit website |
Mar 02 - Aug 31, 2024
Maximum of 4 kids per one class. Live dedicated instructors. 23 years of experience Visit website |
Mar 23 - Jun 15, 2024
We offer unique STEM and Art related activities that engage kids through hands-on play and exploration. Visit website |
Apr 16 - Jun 21, 2024
Developing their coding skills allows them to think logically about solving problems and bring their creative ideas to life. Visit website |
Mar 11 - Aug 30, 2024
Create your own RGB lamp using a combination of coding, 3D modeling, 3D printing, and circuit-building. Visit website |
Mar 02 - Aug 31, 2024
18 weeks, 1 hour per week. Maximum of 4 students per instructor. RP4K has 24+ years of experience. Visit website |
Aug 19 - Aug 23, 2024
Spark creativity with digital storytelling! Kids craft characters, themes, and interactive tales using coding tools. Visit website |
Jun 24 - Aug 23, 2024
EngSci camp is designed for kids from kindergarten to grade 6 and will offer a mix of technology, engineering, and science. Visit website |
Mar 01 - Aug 31, 2024
18 weeks, 2 hours per week. Maximum of 4 students per instructor. RP4K has 24+ years of experience. Visit website |
Aug 19 - Aug 23, 2024
Discover robotics, coding, and tech wonders. Design, create, & code with Ozobots, Sphero Minis, LegoSpike, & Scratch Jr. Visit website |
Apr 16 - Jun 21, 2024
At Hive5 we offer robotic and coding classes for different age groups and different levels. Visit website |
Mar 23 - Jun 15, 2024
We uncover the fun in S.T.E.M. learning through hands-on engineering activities. Visit website |
Jul 08 - Jul 12, 2024
Explore the wonders of magic and learn about them using technologies such as Scratch Jr. Visit website |
Jul 02 - Jul 05, 2024
Campers will dive into the fundamentals of coding using Scratch. Visit website |
Mar 02 - Aug 31, 2024
18 weeks, 2 hours per week. Maximum of 4 students per instructor. RP4K has 20+ years of experience. Visit website |
Aug 19 - Aug 23, 2024
Using Lego, campers will learn to build and program robots with their classmates. Visit website |
Jul 22 - Jul 26, 2024
This art camp builds up campers' familiarity in working with 3D materials and learning how to navigate a 3D space. Visit website |
Jul 22 - Jul 26, 2024
Go on a worldwide journey through the art of cooking! Visit website |
Jul 02 - Jul 05, 2024
Using technology such as Scratch Jr. kids will learn how to explore coding alongside learning art techniques. Visit website |
Apr 30 - May 30, 2024
Students will explore unique and logic-based math problems using a variety of techniques. Visit website |
Mar 23 - Jun 15, 2024
Delve into the captivating world of NASA's Mars rovers in these classes, where students embark on a comprehensive exploration Visit website |
Jul 15 - Jul 19, 2024
Dream Machine Camp: Design with Lego & Spheros to create a robotic vehicle. Visit website |
Jul 22 - Jul 26, 2024
Who dunnit! Dive into a thrilling adventure into the world of criminal investigation. Visit website |
Jul 08 - Jul 12, 2024
Unlock game design secrets! This camp teaches kids to create appealing, challenging games with coding concepts. Visit website |
Jul 08 - Jul 12, 2024
Who dunnit! Dive into a thrilling adventure into the world of criminal investigation. Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2024
Fun STEM summer camps for teens from grades 7 through 9! Visit website |
Jul 29 - Aug 02, 2024
This week, campers will learn how to code games and other fun things on the program Scratch. Visit website |
We list Scratch camps across Canada. Use our advanced search to discover camps in your city or region, including the following selections:
For the truly enthusiastic Scratcher, there are a number of different ways to engage learning, including programs run year round and camps that offer a weeklong (or longer) immersion in this programming language. Use our site to find different options below.
Scratch was developed at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2003-2004, intended as a simple introduction for children, to get them excited about code from an early age. Today, it’s the world’s largest coding community for kids. It offers users a simple visual interface that allows them to create digital stories, games, and animations, which they can share with people from all over the world. Scratch teaches children creativity, collaboration, and logic. The Scratch language and website are continually developed and moderated by a nonprofit organization called The Scratch Foundation.
Personalized learning. Scratch camps operate in a small group setting, averaging 3 to 5 kids in a camp, which allows ample time to give each child one-on-one, individualized coaching. Camps offer self-paced learning with certified, knowledgeable instructors, so kids get the most out of their experience.
Immersive, hands-on education. It’s no secret that, with the rise of the internet and digital technology, we live in a predominantly visual society. In the age of iPads, we all know how difficult it can be to get your child to learn from a textbook. Scratch camps give your child a break from words, supporting them to learn completely visually and through active, experiential activities. In Scratch camp, kids learn through play, allowing kids to just be kids while acquiring valuable skills and sparking brilliance.
Nurture the curious brain. Kids are naturally curious. Scratch camp teaches kids the building blocks to explore their creativity and understand how their favourite games, animations and other computer programs are created. Their minds activated, they develop a love for learning in fun and creative ways. Allowing your child’s natural curiosity to prosper can result in a newfound passion that can be carried into adulthood and future careers.
Future careers. In today’s digital society, coding is an in-demand skill that opens up the door to many promising career paths, including web and mobile app development, software engineering and computer science. Learning these skills in their formative years gives your child a head-start to a rewarding professional life. Coding is a great career for kids who want to leave a tangible mark on the world—not to mention that it is a very well paid industry!
Develop a creative outlet. Albert Einstein famously said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” Scratch camps give kids’ tools to let their imagination run wild. They have the opportunity to bring their own ideas to life through Scratch, creating lively animations and games all on their own.
Fundamental coding concepts. Kids use graphical coding to learn basic coding concepts, such as loops, user input, scenes and stages, events and messaging, functions, sprites, variables and conditional statements. Graphical coding is an easier, more intuitive form of coding that allows children to build code using pictures and symbols, rather than lines of text-based code. These basic concepts learned in the Scratch platform are transferable to other languages. Put simply, coding is a set of instructions given to a computer to execute a specific task, providing the basis for the creation of mobile and web applications, games, VR, robotics, and much more.
Story-telling and game-building. By learning these fundamental coding concepts, children learn how to create an animation or computer game of their own. Kids begin with animated stories and starter games, and as their skill level improves, it will progress to creating more advanced games and interactive animated stories. They’ll then be able to share their creations with the online Scratch community!
Problem-solving skills. To help teach your child the basics, Scratch camps include a variety of coding challenges designed to encourage them to analyze a problem and experiment with different approaches to find the solution. Learning through trial and error challenges kids to think strategically and reason systematically. Developing problem-solving skills through code can be a great benefit to everyday life as they can be applied to real-life situations as well.
Math skills. Math is not every child’s favourite subject. While your kid does not need to be a math whiz to learn to code, they’ll pick up skills that will boost their grade in math class. Coding requires them to use logical thinking to break down the problem into smaller, more manageable tasks; much the same way a complex math equation is solved.
Independence. Scratch camp gives kids the opportunity to create a game or animation project from ideation through to execution and completion all on their own (supported by knowledgeable instructors, of course!). Fostering independence in a fun and supportive environment promotes confidence and self-esteem in a child, giving them space to become better decision-makers, and affirming them as competent, resilient, independent individuals.
Collaboration. Scratch camp also provides space for collaboration with others. Coding often involves tackling complex problems, best solved when we can put our heads together. When kids learn the same skills in a group environment, they’re able to help each other out, share tips and provide feedback to improve their individual projects.
Programming languages. In addition to the Scratch platform, these camps introduce kids to other programming languages such as Python, Java, C# and C++. These same programming languages are used by professionals, giving kids a fantastic early advantage.
OurKids.net lists hundreds of different kinds of kids’ camp experiences, and we encourage every child and parent to investigate the many possibilities. Expand your horizons by starting with the list of suggestions below:
Gaming camps offer a weeklong or longer immersion in the gaming experience, where kids meet and compete with others from their area.
Minecraft camp lets kids explore this uber-popular building environment in weeklong (or longer) sessions, surrounded by fellow builders and modders. Camps and programs range from introductory classes for very young kids, to programs that intensively explore Minecraft design and building.
Roblox camps offer intensive activities centered around this also-very-popular game-building platform, where they engage in game creation, terrain building, and Lua coding.
Video game design camps enable kids and teens to develop skills with a variety of platforms and coding languages, ranging from programs that introduce them to specific languages and game-making platforms, to those with intense instruction for kids and older teens with career ambitions in this area.
STEAM camp and STEM camp apply a curriculum blending science, technology, engineering and math (as well as arts, in the case of STEAM). Camps listed on our site present this at the level of kids’ understanding, ranging in age from 6 to 18 and up.
Consult more information from OurKids.net:
Scratch (programming language). Wikipedia.org.
What is Scratch Programming? Youtube.com
How many Scratch camps are there?
There are 3 programs specializing in Scratch. In addition, there are 95 programs offering scratch as an activity. Use the filters to narrow by age and program type, then click on matched programs to see daily activities, dates, rates and registration information.
What are the fees to attend Scratch camps?
Fees for Scratch camps range from $39 to $410 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.
What age do Scratch camps start at?
There are programs available for children aged 4 through 12.
Where can parents meet with Scratch camps?
Meet with program directors and staff at the Our Kids Camp & Program Expo. The Expo is held annually in February, and is a fun and informative day for parents, kids, and teens. Find event details and free tickets here.
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