Science for kids in Chicago

Kids Science Labs

STEM science camps, classes, birthday parties and field trips for kids ages 4-12 in Chicago and Seattle.

• 773-798-2012

Naperville Park District

Park district offering summer camps, aquatics, arts, athletics, dance, golf, preschool, and science and technology programs.

• 320 W. Jackson Ave., Naperville, IL 60540
• 630-848-5000

Kiddie Academy of Streamwood

STEM Adventures provides hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities for children at Kiddie Academy of Streamwood. Listed address is the provider office; program venues may differ.

• 1040 S. Sutton Rd Streamwood, IL 60107
• 630-497-0200

Elmhurst University

Elmhurst University offers camp programs for young people.

• 190 Prospect Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126
• 6306173654

Einstein By Design

Hands-on STEM summer camps for ages 5-12 covering robotics, coding, maker projects, and science events in several US cities.

• 800-470-3709

APS Training Academy

Aurora: A nonprofit organization providing free STEAM education and seasonal camps for children. Listed address is the provider office; program venues may differ.

• 105 E. Galena Blvd, Suite 400, Aurora, IL 60505
• (331) 201-2687

Grace Lutheran Church of La Grange

La Grange: The page describes a full-day and half-day Pre-Kindergarten program for four- to five-year-olds with centers for writing, reading, math, science, art, gross motor, home living, and more, along with group times for music and story reading. Listed address is the provider office; program venues may differ.

• 200 North Catherine Ave, La Grange, IL 60525
• 708-352-0730

The Higher Institute of Arts & Technology | HIAT

The Higher Institute of Arts and Technology (HIAT) provides education for grades K-8 in Merrillville, focusing on arts, humanities, and sciences. Listed address is the provider office; program venues may differ.

• 5861 Harrison St Merrillville, IN 46410
• (219) 327-2891

Elementary School District 159 STEM Center

School-district STEM enrichment center with summer STEAM programming.

• 20700 Matteson Avenue, Matteson, IL 60443
• (708) 720-1300

Fantasy Island Schools for Kids

Chicago: A multilingual daycare, preschool, and kindergarten located near Des Plaines, serving children ages 2 to 6 with a curriculum that includes literacy, math, science, social studies, and art. Listed address is the provider office; program venues may differ.

• 6100 North Milwaukee Avenue Chicago, IL 60646
• 773-206-4627

Field Museum

Camps & Classes offers kids' stem programs in Chicago, IL.

• 1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
• 312-922-9410

Chasewood Learning

Year-round after-school STEM courses, robotics teams, and STEM camps for students ages 6 to 18.

Boys & Girls Club of Joliet

The Boys & Girls Club of Joliet offers a 9-week summer program for youth ages 6–17 with activities such as swimming, field trips, arts and crafts, STEM, sports, and academic enrichment.

• 226 E Clinton St, Joliet, IL 60432
• 815-723-3434

Homewood Science Center

Hands-on STEM exhibits, family programs, summer camps, and school field trips in Chicago's south suburbs.

• 18022 Dixie Highway, Homewood, IL 60430

The KIDistry Lab, LLC

Hands-on STEAM and sensory enrichment for children 12 months to 8 years, with parent/child classes, child care enrichment, and learning binders.

• 122 South Michigan Ave, Suite 1390, Chicago, IL 60603
• 872-349-0049

Kids College | Joliet Junior College

Kids College | Joliet Junior College offers camp programs for young people.

• 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet IL, 60431
• 815-280-1555

Mad Science - Wheeling

Mad Science location in Wheeling, IL offering kids' stem programs.

• 600 Northgate Parkway, Suite A, Wheeling, IL 60090
• 224-723-5724

South Loop

South Loop offers kids' stem programs in Chicago, IL.

• 1801 S. Indiana St., Chicago, IL 60616
• 312-846-1426

Ready Set Code

Geneva-based STEM classes for children ages 3–8 offered in partnership with the Geneva Park District, held on-site at the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center.

• 3507 Kaneville Rd. Geneva, IL 60134
• (331) 704-0614

Naperville Youth Club

Naperville: A camp offering STEM, arts, sports, movement, and outdoor activities for grades K–8. Listed address is the provider office; program venues may differ.

• 1635 Emerson Ln, Naperville, IL 60540
• 630-822-6530

Club SciKidz - Oak Park

Club SciKidz location in Oak Park, IL offering kids' stem programs.

• 744 Fair Oaks Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302

Club SciKidz - West Chicago

Club SciKidz location in West Chicago, IL offering kids' stem programs.

• 643 E. Washington St., West Chicago, IL 60185

Project Exploration

Chicago nonprofit offering hands-on STEM programs through STEM Learning Centers and partner schools. Its register page lists pathways by grade: K-2 (Building Block Club), 3-5, 6-8, and a high school engineering program; availability varies by site, grade and season. Registration is by pre-registration and does not guarantee placement. The address is the organization's office; programs run at partner sites. Verify current programs with the provider.

• 4511 South Evans, Chicago, IL 60653
• 312-273-4026

Project SYNCERE

Nonprofit offering hands-on K-12 engineering and STEM pathway programs, with student registration, for underrepresented youth.

• 9012 S. Stony Island Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617
• 773-982-8261

Engineering for Kids - Matteson

Engineering for Kids serving Matteson, IL with kids' stem programs at local schools and parks.

• 773-825-3975

Plainfield Area Public Library

Plainfield: STEM To Go kits provide children, teens, and their families with opportunities to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through a loanable collection.

• 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL 60544
• 815-436-6639

Camp Galileo La Grange

LaGrange: Camp Galileo La Grange provides a summer camp program combining STEAM exploration and outdoor activities for children.

• 145 N Waiola Ave, LaGrange, IL 60525
• (708) 412-7487

iCode Glen Ellyn, IL

iCode Glen Ellyn offers instructor-led, hands-on STEM and coding classes and camps for kids and teens.

• 914 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• 630-716-3604

Matteson Area Public Library District

Matteson Area Public Library District offers STEM learning programs for young people.

• 801 School Avenue Matteson, Illinois 60443
• 7087484431

After The Peanut

Plainfield: STEAM programming provider offering educational activities for children with a focus on innovation, equity, and accessibility. Listed address is the provider office; program venues may differ.

• 14 Fairlane Drive, Plainfield, IL 60544
• 1-800-955-6816