Afternoon Science Programs
YSI Afternoon Science Programs in Los Gatos was voted the best summer camp in Silicon Valley. Our Afternoon Science Programs promote science and playful experiences that foster the development of important social skills for children.
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Voted Best Science Programs in Silicon Valley
An Unforgettable Experience With Nature
Friendly Hiking With Each Afternoon Program
Science Education With Every Afternoon Program
Located in Beautiful Vasona Lake County Park
Science Program Experts Since 1953
Summer Science Camps run from June 13-August 12
Early Registration & Multi Session Discounts
We make afternoon science programs fun! YSI afternoon program's culture is infused with games that foster social skills and playful afternoon program activities that bring YSI afternoon science program spirit to life! All of our Afternoon Science Programs incorporate hiking, games, and arts & crafts, and feature special programs with our live animal ambassadors.
Most importantly, our exceptional staff makes our afternoon programs special. We carefully screen and interview to get high quality afternoon program staff. Our team includes passionate college students, classroom teachers, and full-time YSI educators. Our afternoon program staff receives training to ensure child safety, content knowledge, and customer service. Our afternoon program staff strives to provide personal instruction to campers and most of our science camps provide a staff to child ratio of 1:6. All YSI afternoon science program staff carry dedicated cell phones during each camp day for prompt communication, if needed.
Most importantly, our exceptional staff makes our afternoon programs special. We carefully screen and interview to get high quality afternoon program staff. Our team includes passionate college students, classroom teachers, and full-time YSI educators. Our afternoon program staff receives training to ensure child safety, content knowledge, and customer service. Our afternoon program staff strives to provide personal instruction to campers and most of our science camps provide a staff to child ratio of 1:6. All YSI afternoon science program staff carry dedicated cell phones during each camp day for prompt communication, if needed.
Geology - The Study of Earth: $299
Learn about the study of our beautiful planet Earth and its many natural wonders! During this week we will explore a variety of topics that cover our most important problems. From energy, water, and mineral resources; the environment; climate change; and natural hazards like landslides, volcanoes, earthquakes, and floods. Then we will evaluate how Earth's materials, structures, processes and organisms have changed over time from these natural events. Join us on this wonderful exploration, and end your week leaving as experienced Geologists!
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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October 12 - 16Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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Vast Voyagers Space Program: $299
Send you child blasting into space with this week long program! We will discover the many differences and similarities between the planets in our solar system plus their moons. We will also talk about many different galaxies, the ingredients of a star, and so much more during this fun filled voyage together. Plus your child will do many hands- on projects that they will bring home to share with you. It'll be a blast off!
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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November 2 - 6Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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Feathers, Fur, and Scales: $129
Dive into zoology with YSI! We will actively investigate different kinds of animals from head to toe, and from the inside out. Examine bones, fur, feathers, claws, teeth, scales, and skeletons to learn more about animal adaptations. Together we will meet YSI’s live animals and get an up-close look at how these animals are built for survival.
This is a 4 day week due to Veteran's Day on Wednesday.
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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November 9 - 13This is a 4 day week due to Veteran's Day on Wednesday.
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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Rockin Robotics: $179
Design, build, and test different ideas to create robots that you can take home to share with your family! Robots can be extremely complex creations, but they can also be very simple! Our instructors will be working very closely with you to make some really awesome creations!
This is a 3 day program, due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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November 23 - 25This is a 3 day program, due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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The Science of Magic: $179
Would you like to know some of the secrets of magic tricks? YSI has you covered, or uncovered rather! We will dig down and search for the mysteries behind the magic, and also learn some tricks of our own so you can take your knowledge home to impress your family!
This is a 3 day program, due to the Christmas Holiday.
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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December 21 - 23This is a 3 day program, due to the Christmas Holiday.
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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A Passion For Prehistorics: $179
Are you a fan of the old days? At YSI, we mean the OLD old days! Learn about dinosaurs, sabretooth tigers, and other prehistoric creatures, plus look at some awesome fossils! Make awesome crafts like an ice volcano, and you may even get the chance to test for fossils in a rock! We have a prehistoric passion, and so will you!
This is a 3 day program, due to the New Year's holiday week.
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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December 28 - 30This is a 3 day program, due to the New Year's holiday week.
Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, California 95032)
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Frequently Asked Questions
YSI Afternoon Science Programs will be from 1:00-5:00pm Monday through Friday. Each afternoon program will be a combination of 12 children going into grades 1-6.
Are there multi-session discounts?
10% OFF 3rd week plus all additional weeks. For Example: If you are registering your child for 4 (non-sequential) weeks, then the first 2 weeks will be full-priced science camps, and the following 2 weeks will be 10% off!
Are there multi-person discounts?
5% OFF all camp weeks for the 2nd child registered plus all additional children registered. For Example: If you are registering 4 children, the 1st child registered will have a full-priced science camp, & the following 3 registered will each have 5% off their science camps!
Is Financial Assistance offered?
Yes, there is. Click here to find the appropriate paperwork to submit.
Are there any YSI Summer Science Camp extensions available?
There are early-drop-off and extended-camp options to meet your scheduling needs! All of our summer camps for 1st grade and older have the option to add an Extended Day Camp that runs from 1:00pm - 5:30pm. The cost of this extended day is $139 per week.
For preschool and kindergarten aged science camps we offer an Extended Morning Camp that runs from 11:30am -1:00pm at $65 per week.
All camps also offer an Early Morning Drop-Off extension from 8:00am - 9:00am at $39 per week.
What ages can attend YSI Summer Science Camp?
YSI's Summer Science Camps are weekly, half-day camps that run from 9:00am-11:30am for our preschool and kindergarten camps, and from 9:00am-1:00pm for our campers entering 1st-6th grades. All preschool campers must have a birth date before January 1, 2020 and be able to use the restroom independently.
Where and when is YSI Summer Science Camp?
All YSI Summer Science Camps are located in beautiful Vasona Lake County Park with new sessions starting weekly from June 1st through August 14th.
Do you have an immunization policy?
Yes, we do. Click here to read our immunization policy.
Are there multi-session discounts?
10% OFF 3rd week plus all additional weeks. For Example: If you are registering your child for 4 (non-sequential) weeks, then the first 2 weeks will be full-priced science camps, and the following 2 weeks will be 10% off!
Are there multi-person discounts?
5% OFF all camp weeks for the 2nd child registered plus all additional children registered. For Example: If you are registering 4 children, the 1st child registered will have a full-priced science camp, & the following 3 registered will each have 5% off their science camps!
Is Financial Assistance offered?
Yes, there is. Click here to find the appropriate paperwork to submit.
Are there any YSI Summer Science Camp extensions available?
There are early-drop-off and extended-camp options to meet your scheduling needs! All of our summer camps for 1st grade and older have the option to add an Extended Day Camp that runs from 1:00pm - 5:30pm. The cost of this extended day is $139 per week.
For preschool and kindergarten aged science camps we offer an Extended Morning Camp that runs from 11:30am -1:00pm at $65 per week.
All camps also offer an Early Morning Drop-Off extension from 8:00am - 9:00am at $39 per week.
What ages can attend YSI Summer Science Camp?
YSI's Summer Science Camps are weekly, half-day camps that run from 9:00am-11:30am for our preschool and kindergarten camps, and from 9:00am-1:00pm for our campers entering 1st-6th grades. All preschool campers must have a birth date before January 1, 2020 and be able to use the restroom independently.
Where and when is YSI Summer Science Camp?
All YSI Summer Science Camps are located in beautiful Vasona Lake County Park with new sessions starting weekly from June 1st through August 14th.
Do you have an immunization policy?
Yes, we do. Click here to read our immunization policy.
