STEM camps have become one of the fastest-growing camp categories in Central Bucks — and for good reason. Kids who spend a week building robots, designing video games, or conducting experiments come home with a completely different relationship to problem-solving. The Central Bucks area is genuinely well-served here, with options ranging from university-level programs to creative maker studios. Here’s the full guide for 2026.
The Best STEM & Coding Camps Near Doylestown
Bucks County IU FabLab Summer Camp — Warminster & Doylestown
The Bucks County Intermediate Unit’s FabLab is one of the most impressive STEM camp programs in the region — and one of the few run directly by an educational institution that works with local schools year-round. Camps run June 16/22 – August 21, 2026 (9 weeks) at two locations: Warminster and Doylestown.
Available camps include STEAM Sampler, LEGO Builders, Code Explorers, Code Masters, Game On eSports, Minecraft Builders, Stop Motion Studio, 3D Design Lab, and Mini Makers Studio — all for Grades 1–7. Full-day or mornings-only (8 AM–12 PM). A 10% early-bird discount applies for registrations by February 15, with additional 3% discounts for multi-week and sibling enrollments.
Doylestown Location: 705 N. Shady Retreat Rd | Warminster Location: One Ivybrook Blvd, Suite 190 | Phone: 215-340-4575 | bucksiu.org
Delaware Valley University — Kids U! — Doylestown
Right on the DelVal campus at 700 E Butler Avenue in Doylestown, Kids U! runs June 15 – August 7, 2026 for ages 5–14 with 90+ camps to choose from. STEM options include robotics, drones, app development, sound engineering, and animal science — alongside theater productions, business basics, and more. Caesar’s Clubhouse provides before/after care. Registration opens January 5, 2026.
Delaware Valley University — Inspire U! (Teens) — Doylestown
The teen version of Kids U!, Inspire U! serves ages 13–18 with pre-college programming: Pennsylvania Exploration, Veterinary Science, Writing and Publishing, Wildlife/Zoo Science, theater, and leadership. Programs also help with resume and college application building. Runs June 15 – August 7, 2026.
Bucks County Community College — Kids on Campus — Newtown
BCCC’s Kids on Campus at the Newtown campus runs June 15 – August 7, 2026 (Monday–Thursday) for ages 5–15 with 50+ camps. STEM and tech offerings include robotics, coding, Roblox, game design, and technology — alongside arts, sports, and language options. Hours 9 AM–3:30 PM with aftercare available to 5:30 PM.
Phone: 215-968-8409 | bucks.edu/kidsoncampus
Mercer Museum LEGO Robotics Camps — Doylestown
The Mercer Museum in downtown Doylestown runs LEGO Robotics camps for Grade 2 and up, with four progressive levels: FUNdamentals, Basic Trek, Intermediate Quest, and Advanced. The museum setting adds a unique historical dimension — kids learn about simple machines and engineering surrounded by a 100-year-old artifact collection.
Location: 84 S Pine St, Doylestown, PA 18901 | mercermuseum.org
Mercer Wizarding Academy — Doylestown
One of the most creative STEM programs in the area: Mercer Wizarding Academy blends Harry Potter-style theming with genuine STEM and history content. Kids ages 7–12 do “Potions” (chemistry), “Care of Magical Creatures” (biology), “Herbology” (botany), Quidditch (physics and teamwork), and wand preparation — all tied to history and literature in the museum’s remarkable collection.
Four sessions in July (July 6–10, 13–17, 20–24, 27–31), 9 AM–12 PM. BCHS Members: $300 ($280 multi-youth); General: $325 ($305). Fills fast — register early.
Science Explorers — Multiple Bucks County Locations
Science Explorers runs hands-on experiment-based camps at multiple locations across Bucks County (Doylestown, Newtown, Warminster, Bensalem) for ages 4–11. Topics rotate across oceanography, anatomy, and core STEM concepts. Half-day (9 AM–12 PM, $240) and full-day (9 AM–4 PM, $415) options. Register at least one week before the camp start date.
Black Rocket Productions (at BCCC Newtown)
Black Rocket focuses on the intersection of technology and creativity for ages 7–12: Roblox coding, Python, video game animation, YouTube content creation, and animation. Held at Bucks County Community College in Newtown. Full-day $360, half-day $195.
Snapology — Newtown Square
Snapology uses LEGO bricks and tech to teach robotics, coding, and engineering to ages 5–12 in weekly camps. Full-day $360, half-day $195. A fun, hands-on approach that works well for kids who aren’t yet ready for screen-based coding.
Phone: 856-266-5410 | snapology.com
Penn State Abington — Kids & Teen College
Penn State Abington offers 40+ week-long camps for ages 8–17 (Grades 3–12) running from June 24 – August 12, 2026, at 9 AM–3 PM. STEM camps include robotics, conservation science, animal medicine, and coding. Free lunch is included, and a 10% discount applies for registrations by April 12.
Phone: 215-881-7339 | abington.psu.edu
iD Tech — Villanova & Lehigh University
One of the national leaders in tech camps, iD Tech serves ages 7–17 with coding, game design, Minecraft, app development, robotics, AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and VR. Both day and overnight options are available at Villanova University and Lehigh University campuses.
Phone: 1-888-709-TECH | idtech.com
Chesterbrook Academy Summer STEM Camps — Chalfont
Chesterbrook Academy at 1000 Manor Drive in Chalfont serves ages 5–12 with engineering, coding, robotics, and STEM alongside sports, arts, music, dance, and drama — making it one of the most all-around options for parents who want STEM but also variety.
Phone: 877-711-9709 | chesterbrookacademy.com
Choosing the Right STEM Camp for Your Child
Hands-on vs. screen-based: Younger kids (under 8) typically do better with physical construction — LEGO robotics, Snapology, FabLab’s Makers Studio. Older kids who already use computers are ready for Python, game design, and AI camps.
Depth vs. breadth: Programs like iD Tech and Code Advantage go deep on specific skills. Kids U! and BCCC offer 50–90+ options, letting kids sample widely. Know your child — do they want to master one thing or explore many?
University settings: DelVal Kids U!, BCCC Kids on Campus, and Penn State Abington all offer the experience of being on a college campus — which can be genuinely motivating for older kids thinking about their future.
More Summer Camp Guides for Central Bucks Families
Explore the full 2026 summer camp series: Full-Season Day Camps, YMCA and River Crossing Camps, Nature and Outdoor Camps, Music Camps, Arts and Theater Camps, and Sports Camps.