Our Programs
14 hands-on STEM programs designed for Pre-K through 4th grade. Every program is project-based, age-appropriate, and built to spark real curiosity.
Ongoing Programs
Morning Lab
Start the day with hands-on STEM learning before school begins. Children explore science, technology, engineering, and math through engaging activities, experiments, building challenges, and creative problem-solving in a fun, supportive environment. STEM Morning Lab runs Monday–Friday, 7:30–8:30 AM, with morning drop-off provided to Adaire School only. Children begin their school day engaged, curious, and ready to learn. This is a full school year program — families may withdraw with 60 days' written notice.
STEM Explorers
Designed for preschool learners, STEM Explorers introduces children to science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on experiments, creative building, stories, and guided play in a fun, nurturing environment. Program runs Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–2:30 PM. Early care and after care available. This is a full year program — families may withdraw with 60 days' written notice. STEM Explorers is a Keystone STARS 2 program, licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services.
Homeschool STEM
Designed for homeschool families seeking engaging, hands-on STEM education, this program brings science, technology, engineering, and math to life through interactive projects, experiments, and design challenges. Students build critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills in a fun, supportive learning environment while connecting with other homeschool learners. Sessions run every Wednesday. This is a full school year program — families may withdraw with 60 days' written notice.
After-School STEM
Our after-school STEM program includes pickup from participating local schools and keeps learning going long after the school day ends through hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math experiences. Students build critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills while completing engaging projects, experiments, and engineering challenges in a fun, supportive environment. This is a full school year program — families may withdraw with 60 days' written notice.
Specialty Labs
Coding Studio
Students explore the world of coding through interactive games, beginner-friendly programming, and creative digital projects. Every session builds problem-solving, logical thinking, and confidence while making technology fun and engaging. Sessions run every Tuesday.
Robotics Lab
Students design, build, and program robots while exploring engineering, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving. Every session encourages creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on learning through exciting robotics challenges. Sessions run every Wednesday.
Junior Engineers
Young engineers imagine, design, and build creative solutions using hands-on engineering challenges and design projects. Every session strengthens critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving through fun, real-world experiences. Sessions run every Thursday.
Maker Lab
Maker Lab is a creative, hands-on space where innovators of all ages explore, invent, and build through science, technology, engineering, art, and design. Every visit encourages creativity, collaboration, and lifelong learning while bringing ideas to life. Sessions run select Saturdays — see calendar for dates.
Events & Camps
STEM Saturday
Every year features a new STEM theme, giving children exciting opportunities to explore science, engineering, coding, and maker projects through hands-on activities. Each session inspires curiosity, creativity, and confidence while making every Saturday a new adventure. Enroll for a single session or commit to all sessions for the full experience.
Drop In & School-Out Camps
When school is closed, the learning continues with full-day STEM adventures featuring hands-on projects, games, experiments, and creative challenges. Drop-In Days are also available for families who need a flexible option during regular program days, based on availability. Drop in for any school holiday or available Drop-In Day — choose a half-day, full-day, or extended-day option to fit your schedule. Every camp and Drop-In Day keeps children engaged, active, and learning in a safe, fun, and supportive environment. Reserve by 5 PM the day before.
Summer Camp
Every summer features a new camp theme, with exciting weekly adventures in science, technology, engineering, math, coding, robotics, outdoor exploration, and hands-on STEM challenges. Every week brings new discoveries, friendships, and unforgettable experiences. Minimum enrollment is 2 weeks.
Special Experiences
Birthday Parties
Celebrate your child's special day with a hands-on STEM birthday party featuring exciting science experiments, engineering challenges, coding, robotics, and creative activities. We provide an unforgettable experience that's fun, engaging, and stress-free for families.
School Field Trips
Bring your students to STEM Prep for an interactive field trip filled with hands-on STEM activities, experiments, engineering challenges, and collaborative learning. Every visit complements classroom instruction while inspiring curiosity, creativity, and discovery.
Woodsy's STEM Adventures
Bring STEM directly to your school or organization with our mobile STEM program. Woodsy's STEM Adventures delivers hands-on science, engineering, coding, and career exploration experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and learning wherever we go.
Teacher Professional Development
Empower your teachers with hands-on STEM professional development workshops designed to bring engaging, project-based science, technology, engineering, and math experiences into the classroom. Sessions are practical, standards-aligned, and built to inspire confident STEM teaching.
Join the STEM Prep Family
Choose the membership that fits your family. All plans include access to our Philadelphia lab and exclusive member perks.
Explorer
For families who want occasional access.
- 2 Open Maker Lab visits
- 1 Specialty Club Visit
- 5% off STEM Birthday Parties
- Early registration
- 1 guest Maker Lab pass per semester
Innovator
For a child who participates regularly.
- Unlimited Open Maker Lab for one child
- 2 Specialty Club Visits
- 50% off one STEM Saturday admission each month it is offered
- 10% off STEM Birthday Parties
- Priority registration
- Quarterly take-home STEM project
Family Innovator
For families using STEM Prep frequently.
- Unlimited Open Maker Lab for up to 3 children
- 3 Specialty Club Visits per month for the family
- 50% off one STEM Saturday registration each month it is offered
- $100 off weekly STEM Summer Camp
- 10% off STEM Birthday Parties
- Priority registration
- 2 guest Maker Lab passes per semester
- Quarterly Family STEM project
Memberships are billed monthly. Cancel anytime. Questions? Call us at (267) 687-2402
* Specialty Club Visits may not be used to reserve the same club for every session of the month. Families wishing to attend a club weekly should enroll in the monthly Specialty Club program.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Schedule a tour and our team will help you find the perfect program for your child.