Summer Camp

Little Engineers Camp: 3 to 5 year old

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2026 Dates/Time

The Little Engineers Summer Camp is for children 3 to 5 years old. Camp runs from June 15th to August 21st. Registration is by the week, with each week’s programs running from Monday to Friday.

Students can attend as few or as many weeks as desired. Within each week, parents have the option of registering their children for half days (9:00-12:00 or 12:00-3:00); or full days (9:00-3:00).

There is an optional before care from 7:30am and after care from 3:00 to 5:30. Children staying for the full day are required to bring a nut-free lunch; snacks are provided by the Center. Pizza can be ordered for Friday lunch.

A Day at Little Engineers Summer Camp

  • 9-11:30: Each day, students explore a subject related to our weekly theme through experiments or other hands-on projects.
  • A daily snack and recess period will offered 10-10:30.
  • 11:30-12:30: Lunch/Recess/Quiet Time
  • 12:30-3:00: Each day, students explore a subject related to our weekly theme through experiments or other hands-on projects.

Our 2 Locations

Our Summer Camp operates at two Bloomfield locations and location depends on the schedule you choose.
Both locations are air-conditioned and provide safe indoor classrooms and outdoor spaces for play and recess.

For full days:
MLC STEM CENTER

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Full-day campers attend at 57 Park Street, where the full-day program, extended schedule, and all other camps take place.

For half days:
Presbyterian Church

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Half-day campers attend at the church location, which offers a calm, age-appropriate setting designed especially for our youngest learners.

Prices

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Prices are per week, per child. There is a 10% discount for registration before March 1st and a 10% sibling discount.

  • Half days (9:00-12:00 or 12:00-3:00): $350
  • Full days (9:00-3:00): $575
  • Before care from 7:30am: $75
  • After care from 3:00 to 5:30: $150

There is a 10% early bird discount available for registrations until March 1st.

Your Child’s Schedule

Period 1 is from 9 am to 11:30am with a Snack Break from 10am-10:30am

Period 2 is from 12:30pm to 3pm with a snack break from 1:30pm to 2pm

Week of June 15-19

Period 1
DOCTOR’S ACADEMY
You will learn what it’s like to be a doctor, how to take a pulse, what our different bones do and understand how an X-ray machine works.
Period 2
STEM AROUND THE WORLD
Let’s explore the wonders of the worlds as we review our shapes and geometry and build our own version of the pyramids or the Great Wall of China.

Week of June 22 - 26

Period 1
JURASSIC EXPLORATION
Let’s learn all about dinosaurs, digging for fossils, and build our own.
Period 2
SCIENCE EXPLORERS
Let’s explore the world of science through amazing and fun experiments.

Week of June 29 - July 2

Period 1
THREE LITTLE PIGS
Let’s learn about engineering and different materials as we build a house and different structures.
Period 2
SPY CAMP
You are the detective! Learn all about fingerprints and using microscopes to analyze your clues and solve the mystery.
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Week of July 6 - 10

Period 1
ROBOTS ADVENTURE
Let’s build robots and learn all about them and how we use them every day.
Period 2
NATURE LITTLE SCIENTISTS
Explore plants, insects and weather through fun science experiments.

Week of July 13 - 17

Period 1
3-2-1, BLAST OFF!
Let’s investigate space, make our own rocket, and train like an astronaut.
Period 2
OCEAN ADVENTURES
Get ready to make waves this summer while you explore the wonders of the sea aninals and enjoy pirates adventures.

Week of July 20 - 24

Period 1
DR SEUSS STEM
We will explore STEM through the eyes of the Cat in the Hat. Everyday, we will pair one book to a fun science experiment or engineering challenge.
Period 2
ICE CREAM & LEMONADE
Let’s learn about the science of lemonds and ice cream as we are making our own lemonade/ice cream stand.
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Week of July 27 - 31

Period 1
AMAZING POTIONS
Let’s learn about the science behind different types of potions though fun experiments.
Period 2
LITTLE MAKERS
Let’s build, tinker and create our own toys

Week of Aug 3 - 7

Period 1
ALL ABOARD
Let’s explore forces and motions as we build own cars, boats and flying engines.
Period 2
FIZZ, POP, BANG
Have fun with explosive science experiments and fizzing chemical reactions.

Week of Aug 10 - 14

Period 1
SUPERHEROES AND FAIRY TALES STEM
Let's turn classic stories into hands-on engineering challenges and fun experiments challenges using our super powers, bravery, kindness, and creativity.
Period 2
BOB THE BUILDER
Let’s develop our engineering skills by building bridges, tunnels and houses.

Week of Aug 17 - 21

Period 1
ANIMALS WORLD
Let’s explore the animals worlds from bugs to mammals.
Period 2
KITCHEN SCIENCE
Let’s explore the science behind food and cooking through fun experiments.
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What Our Families are Saying

Zineb B.

"Best camp of this summer according to my 8 year old! Educational and entertaining at once. We’ll certainly be back during the school year for chess, robotics and coding."

Ozi O.

"My kids had a fabulous time at MLC STEM camp this week June 27th – July 1st. They took Robotics and Makey Makey, and really had a great time creating robots that they designed. They also created instruments and computer games using circuits. A great way to stimulate their minds during the summer."

Sonia W.

"My son loves coming there to play and is always telling us about all the fun he had at MLC. He does it each year and he hasn’t gotten tired of it. MLC is one of the only local places to play chess and he loves the variety of kids he gets to play with. the easy going atmosphere is also a great way to spend the afternoon. So glad Chess will be available in the fall."

Cee B.

"My son who is 3 yrs old attended the STEM summer camp and I’ve never seen him learn so much in such a short period in comparison to his daycare. He is continuing with the little engineer program and I am looking forward for him in learning more and having fun. I totally Recommend this place."

Jamillah L.

“My daughter attended MLC’s camp for 3 weeks this summer. She loved creating her own animation. She also enjoyed team building. She had a fun time playing outdoor games and cheering on her friends in team building. I highly recommend this camp a great mix of learning and fun.”

Mary W.

“Every summer we look forward to MLC’s constantly-evolving camp program! We love the challenging and cutting-edge STEM offerings which are taught in a comfortable, fun, challenging and inspirational environment. Whether doing a full day or a half day, there is a perfect balance of hard work and fun with independence and oversight. The individual weekly programs allow for an a la carte smattering or a full summer experience. It is always an exciting and rewarding adventure.”

Jason M.

“My kids attended summer camp and really loved it. I wanted them to know that science, math, and technology can be fun, and MLC proved it!”

Danit W.

“This was our first summer at the MLC camp. My 8 1/2 year-old son had the best time! Classes are exciting, interesting and challenging. The counselors are fantastic.”

Laura S.

“Summer camp was fantastic for my two science loving boys – space, reverse engineering, robotics, and minecraft – great job MLC!” – Laura S.

Janice B.

“N. had several camps this summer and hands down this MLC camp was his favorite.”