Would you like to expose your kids to supplementary STEM education outside of the classroom? Then you’re in luck because in addition to a wide variety of STEM summer camps, we’re fortunate to have a number of companies and organizations offering year-round STEM classes in Massachusetts.
There are quite a few organizations that provide after-school and weekend classes and teach kids as young as kindergarten about computer programming, engineering, video game design, robotics, animation, 3D modeling, and more.
The following list provides an overview of each organization. All of them offer programs during the school year and many offer camps during school vacation weeks and the summer. Visit their websites to learn more and get specific details about programs, costs, and dates.
| Organization | About | Focus | Location | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acera | Acera provides an after-school STEAM learning lab. | Variety of STEAM afternoon programs offered in science, creativity, and leadership. | Winchester | 7-15 years |
| Code & Circuit | Code & Circuit wants to inspire a new generation of computer scientists and careers in engineering and programming. | Small-size courses designed to introduce anyone to computer science, coding, and circuitry. | Amesbury | Grades K-8 |
| Code Ninjas | At Code Ninjas, kids learn to code in a fun, safe, and inspiring learning environment, with a game-based curriculum that they love. | Computer programming | Various MA locations | Ages 7-14 |
| Code Wiz | Code Wiz is a modern STEM learning center where kids learn to code and develop problem-solving skills. | Drag and drop programming classes are offered for younger students and Python, Java, HTML for older students. Robotics, 3D printing and other courses are also offered. | Various MA locations | Ages 7-16 |
| CS Recitations | CS Recitations offers year-round after-school computer science and programming classes. | Small in-person classes with expert teachers, intro through AP level, plus competition tracks and MIT edX recitations. | Natick | Ages 8-18 |
| Einstein’s Workshop | Einstein’s Workshop is dedicated to inspiring children and adults in their exploration of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). | Access to innovative tools such as 3D printers and a laser cutter, and classes in robotics; electronics design; Minecraft engineering and architecture; 3D design and programming. | Burlington | Grades K-8 |
| KTByte Computer Academy | KTByte is a school dedicated to teaching computer science and technologies to students. | Classes range from computer fundamentals to AP and national level competitions prep. | Lexington and online | Ages 8-18 |
| Penguin Coding School | Penguin Coding School was started by a Lexington dad to turn kids onto the joys of coding. The school has developed a unique curriculum that emphasizes the joys of creation as the motivation for learning. Penguin Coding School offers 3 semesters of instruction during the school year (fall, winter, spring). | Computer programming classes include Scratch for 2-4th graders, HTML/Javascript websites and game building for 4-8th graders, Python/Java for 8-12th graders; and digital art & 3D printing. | Lexington | Ages 7-18 |
