Mad Science of Austin & San Antonio

Mad Science of Austin & San Antonio offers Classes & Camps, Summer Camps, Summer Half-Day Camps, Summer Full-Day Camps, After School Programs, Birthday Parties, Workshops, Special Events & Assemblies, Science Class Programs, Programs for Organizations, Science Camps, and Special Events & Fun Centers. Summer Half-Day Camps run 5 days from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM or 1:00 PM-4:00 PM and cost $260 per week; Summer Full-Day Camps run 5 days from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM and cost $390 per week. The program provides all science materials and supplies needed for custom programs, and in-person programs include snacks like pretzels and goldfish crackers, with children bringing their own lunch.

Programs

• Classes & Camps — Kids ages 3-12 · Day or week; half-day and full-day options available
• Summer Camps — Kids ages 3-12 · Summer
• Summer Half-Day Camps — Kids ages 3-12 · 5 days, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM or 1:00 PM-4:00 PM · $260 per week
• Summer Full-Day Camps — Kids ages 3-12 · 5 days, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM · $390 per week
• After School Programs — Pre-K / TK - Grade 12
• Birthday Parties — Children
• Workshops — Kids
• Special Events & Assemblies — Students
• Science Class Programs — Students
• Programs for Organizations — Kids
• Science Camps — Kids
• Special Events & Fun Centers — Guests

At a glance

• Ages: 3–12 years old
• Price range: $260–$390 per week

About the provider

Mad Science of Austin & San Antonio was founded in 1985. Its mission is to inspire children through science, sparking lifelong imagination and curiosity. Camps are not licensed by the State of Texas and have been exempted by the Texas Department of Health from licensing because the activities do not include traditional camp activities such as horseback riding, archery, and swimming. The child-to-instructor ratio varies depending on enrollment, with at least one instructor for every 12 to 15 students, and the minimum number of campers needed to hold a camp is 10.

The child to instructor ratio varies depending on enrollment, with at least one instructor for every 12-15 students. Camps are not licensed by the State of Texas. They have been exempted by the Texas Department of Health from licensing because the activities do not include traditional camp activities such as horseback riding, archery, and swimming. The minimum number of campers necessary to hold a camp is 10.

What families say

“My kids love it -- we went for Spring Break camp and returned this summer. The kids love their teachers and tell me they're the nicest teachers they've ever had. I've been very pleased with the extra safety precautions, communications, schedule, and price point. I highly recommend it!” — Sarah Austin, Tx

“The activities they have are of great interest to the Children, they keep them busy all day. The projects they have were of great interest to my daughter and she enjoyed them very much every day. I was ready to see what projects were going to be done the next day. My daughter love the camp.” — Maria Austin, TX

“The program was engaging and kept our daughters attention. She enjoyed the hands on activities. Thank you for delivering the kits to our door step for virtual spy camp.” — Jamie Pflugerville, Tx

Last updated August 25, 2026.