Summer Camps 2024
Our summer camp schedule for 2024 is now available! Enrolling and payment is easy on this page. We will be offering camps for children ages 3-5, 5-10 yrs. 6-10 yrs, and 9-12 years.
My child is enrolled in camp with you this summer, what do I need to know?
Please look at our Camp Facts Page, here.
Camp Descriptions and ENROLLMENT FORM
Commonly Asked Summer Camp Questions
Summer Camp Info
Can I cancel my Waitlist Spot and receive a refund?
No, the $5 Waitlist Fee is non-refundable.
Can I cancel my camps and receive a refund?
-Please note that most camps will fill during discounted period (before April 2, 2024.) There is a $35 cancellation fee that will be charged for each cancellation. If you cancel two or more weeks in advance (before the camp your child is signed up for) you will receive a full discount, minus the $35 cancellation per camp. If cancellation occurs less than two weeks prior to their camp, you will not receive a refund or a credit. If cancellation occurs less than two weeks prior due to illness or an emergency, you will receive a credit. Switching to a different camp with open spots is an option with a $15 fee. If you need to switch to a different camp, please, e-mail us at create@theartspark.com.
Wondering what we do at camp?
-Morning camps will be centered around building an immersive environment complete with large scale structures that will be created using teamwork! Morning campers will not be taking these large-scale projects home but will have smaller individual projects that will be take home. Afternoon camps will focus more on individual projects and displaying them in a gallery setting instead of an immersive environment. In both morning and afternoon camp, campers will work together to brainstorm ideas and ignite imagination centered around an idea. Sparklers will work with a variety of art materials that may include paint, clay, markers, watercolors, crayons, beads, jewels, plaster, pipe cleaners, fabric, watercolors, paper mache and so much more!
Junior Sparkler Camp days are week long camps centered around a theme! Junior Sparkler camp incorporates art, painting, sculpting, and drawing as well as play time and snack time! There is no show with this camp, as little ones love to take home their projects each day. Please note there are only 4 spots for these camps and they will fill quickly. We will do mostly processed based art and spend a lot of time introducing them to basic concepts like cutting, glueing, etc.
Advanced Sparklers camps are held in the afternoon from 1-4 PM for children who are 9-12 years old. These camps offer students the opportunity to explore and refine new techniques in art! If your child takes art seriously and loves having plenty of time to spend on projects these are the camps for your child. Please note these camps have 4 spots and they will fill quickly.
How long is one camp?
-Each camp is one week long. Monday-Friday from 9-Noon, OR 1-4 PM, OR you can sign your child up for a full day from 9 AM – 4 PM by enrolling in both morning and afternoon camp. (Full day is only offered for 6-10 yrs.).
How much does one camp cost and how do I pay?
-Half-day camp cost is $235 (goes up to $260 April 2, 2024). (Monday-Friday/9-Noon OR Monday-Friday/1-4 PM)
-Full day camp is the cost of both AM + PM camp = $495 per week
-$11 per day to add lunch which can easily be added on our form.
-Lunch needs to be packed Mon-Thursday but on Friday we serve pizza, fruit, and water.
What happens when I get added to the Waitlist?
-If you choose to add your child(ren) to the waitlist for a camp you will be charged $5. If you secure a spot the $5 will be deducted from your camp payment. We typically have some cancellations as well as camp switching and spots do open up sometimes. If you’d like to inquire about where you’d be on the waitlist before enrolling you’re welcome to e-mail us here. Thanks! We do not refund the $5 if you do not receive a spot in camp.
How do I sign my child up?
-In order to secure a spot for summer camp, you must enroll your child through our website. Scroll down this page to view and fill out the form. Once the form is complete it will show you Payment options at Paypal.
Do I have to have a PayPal?
-It is not necessary to set up a Paypal account—you can use guest checkout and use a credit card. If you do not submit payment with the form immediately, please e-mail us (create@theartspark.com) with information on your payment method. Payment submitted as checks will be charged an additional $35 convenience fee. If a form is submitted accidentally or has an error, please clarify in an e-mail.
-If you do not have a PayPal account, do not fear! You can easily use a credit card as well and check out as a guest. Just select the option circled in pink when you are prompted: 
Once I enroll my child, what will I hear from you?
-You will receive a copy of your enrollment in your e-mail. If you don’t see it in your e-mail inbox, please, check Spam. To search for your enrollment for please use the search terms “Summer Camp Formsite”. Your form will have pertinent and important information regarding camp so please keep it handy to look over before your camp begins. You can also look through our camp facts as well! If you do not receive an e-mail with your child’s form, it is likely you have a typo in your e-mail on the form. If this is the case, e-mail us and we can send you a copy of your form.
Where are the camps located? All camps will be held at our studio:
The Art Spark
9430 Main Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45242
Our Studio
What time do doors open for camp?
-Our morning text captain and an assistant will be out no earlier than 8:50am for drop-off and 11:50am for pick-up. Our afternoon text captain and an assistant will be out no earlier than 12:50pm for drop-off and 3:50pm for pick-up. Text captain phone number is always the same, (513) 814-8123
What is the teacher/student ratio?
Junior Sparkler Camps have 1 Teacher with 4 students
Sparkler Camps have 2 Teachers and 14 students
Advanced Camps have 1 Teacher with 4 students
What makes your staff special?
-Teachers at The Art Spark all have a passion for teaching, art, & education. We truly love what we do-to learn more about our staff click here. All employees have completed backgrounds checks.
What should my child wear to camp?
Please send your child in clothes they can get messy in. We might be mixing up slime one day or painting with our hands and feet the next! Please note that long hair is best in a ponytail at camp. Campers will receive a free t-shirt with camp!
We cannot guarantee that the paint will wash out of your child’s clothing. Some students wear the same “camp” outfit every day, which is a great idea!
Does my child go outside during camp?
-We may do some extra messy projects outside in our fenced-in yard at our Main Avenue studio. We will eat snack outside if weather permits. We will spend most of our time inside the studio.
What should my child bring with them?
-We will tell campers this, but due to allergies children at The Art Spark are not permitted to share snacks. Half day campers: Snack is provided by The Art Spark. FULL DAY CAMPERS: Pack a lunch. Monday-Thursday. Pizza lunch is provided on Friday with water and fruit.
When do campers take projects home?
-Each Friday of camp, parents arrive 15 minutes early for pick-up to see what their child has created. This is also the day when campers will take all their projects home with them!
Preschool Camps have normal Friday pick-up time. No show happens because students take home their projects each day.
More Helpful Summer Camp Info
Fridays: Please come into the studio 15 minutes early to see our art show! Campers will be so excited to show off the exhibit they have been working to create all week. This does not apply to Junior Sparklers!
Behavior Policy
We are so excited to have your child joining us for an after school Art Spark session! Our students will learn all about art and creativity while at the same time grow to be more independent. We know this can be a lot for them and always strive to teach with patience and kindness. We use a myriad of different art supplies with the children and as teachers we are sometimes handling hot glue guns, sharp scissors, box cutters, etc. We keep these away from the little ones, but if a student refuses to listen they could get hurt. We try to maintain an extremely safe atmosphere and listening to the teacher is number one in promoting a secure environment. To help create this environment, we ask that you speak to your child(ren) before class to encourage good listening, respect of the teacher and materials, importance of being kind to others, and staying with the teacher at all times. If your camper seems to be experiencing behavior issues we will follow our 1,2,3 policy below:
Step 1: Take action within the class to change the behavior.
Step 2: If the behavior doesn’t positively change within the day, we will reach out to our student’s parent or guardian to address the issue. This might be in person after class, a text message, a phone call or an email.
Step 3: If said behavior continues to persist after we’ve talked to parent/ guardian, we will unfortunately have the student stop class and refund the remaining time.
Immediate Removal
Please, note that The Art Spark WILL NOT tolerate aggressive behavior(i.e.hitting, kicking, biting, etc.) We will give the parent/ guardian a phone call to immediately remove the child and we will refund you. The purpose of this is to protect the rights of our teachers and the rights of other children who sometimes become victims of an aggressive child. As a general rule, aggressive behavior does not include running, sitting still, keeping hands to self, etc. in which occasional time-outs/ talks may be used. We hope this policy does not affect anyone, but we must protect the teacher’s rights and the rights of children in our care.
Please, also note that The Art Spark WILL NOT tolerate volatile, loud and angry outbursts/ tantrums that can’t be contained in a timely matter. Unfortunately, we are not in a large enough space or have a large enough staff/ aides to help with these type of issues. If your child struggles with loud noises, transitions, group settings, etc. The Art Spark’s programs might not be right for them. If we see this happening we reserve the right to ask a parent/ guardian to immediately remove the child and you will receive a full refund.
Arrival Procedure: As campers arrive, please stay in your car. Text the number 513-814-8123 with your name, your child’s name, the make + model of your car. There will also be a sign on the fence with that phone number if needed.
Leaving Procedures: Please text the same number you texted upon arrival when you are present at pick-up. Your child will be brought to your car.
Zero Tolerance Policy: If your child or family member is exhibiting ANY symptoms of sickness, please do not send them to camp. Specifically: fever, cough, chills, shortness of breath, rash, frequent sneezing, runny nose, etc