About STEM Prep
STEM Prep is a place to explore, create, and discover. Through hands-on STEM experiences, we inspire curiosity and innovation while making learning engaging for learners of all ages.
Our Mission
STEM Prep inspires curiosity, creativity, and innovation through hands-on STEM learning experiences. We offer engaging programs that empower learners to explore science, technology, engineering, and math through building, experimenting, designing, and discovering.
Whether at our lab or through Woodsy's STEM Adventures, our mission is to make STEM accessible, exciting, and meaningful for every learner.
What We Stand For
At STEM Prep, we believe every child is capable of thinking, questioning, exploring, and creating. Our approach goes beyond hands-on activities to nurture foundational STEM thinking, academic growth, creativity, and confidence. These values guide how we design meaningful learning experiences and support every child.
Learning Through Exploration
Children learn by doing, investigating, experimenting, and discovering. We create opportunities for meaningful, hands-on experiences that encourage curiosity and active learning.
STEM Thinking First
We focus on more than what children create. We value the thinking behind the process, encouraging children to ask questions, solve problems, test ideas, and reflect on their discoveries.
Developmentally Appropriate Learning
Our programs are thoughtfully designed to support children's developmental stages, individual abilities, and learning needs, from preschool through fourth grade.
Inclusive & Supportive
Every child deserves access to meaningful STEM learning experiences. We foster a welcoming environment where different perspectives, abilities, and ways of thinking are respected and encouraged.
Real-World Connections
We connect science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to everyday life, helping children understand how STEM shapes their communities, future opportunities, and the world around them.
Creativity, Collaboration & Independence
We encourage children to think independently, share ideas, work together, and develop confidence as learners, problem-solvers, and young innovators.
Meet Our Team
Our instructors are passionate educators with backgrounds in science, engineering, education, and child development. They bring energy, expertise, and genuine love for working with young learners.
Ruebena Lebbeney-Bandar
CDA
Renee Harris
MSEd
Explore Our STEM Learning Environment
At STEM Prep, we believe learning should be active, engaging, and filled with opportunities for discovery. Our thoughtfully designed learning spaces encourage children to explore, investigate, create, and collaborate through hands-on STEM experiences. From science investigations to engineering challenges and creative problem-solving, we provide an environment where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are explored, and STEM thinking comes to life.
- Hands-On Science Exploration
- Technology & Coding Experiences
- Engineering & Design Challenges
- Math Through Exploration & Problem-Solving
- Creative & Collaborative Learning Spaces
- Real-World STEM Investigations & Projects
Come See It for Yourself
Schedule a tour and meet our team. We'd love to show you what STEM Prep is all about.