Afterschool Program in Bloomfield
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Between work, traffic, and the after-school rush, we understand that parents need more than a place for their children—they need a safe, fun and engaging environment where learning continues beyond the classroom.
At MLC STEM Center, our Afterschool Program combines the reliability families count on with the added value of our proven STEM curriculum and skilled instructors.
Every afternoon, children explore science, technology, and creativity through hands-on activities that help them learn, play, and grow — while parents enjoy peace of mind.
🌟 For children, every afternoon sparks curiosity, creativity, and confidence through joyful, hands-on learning.
💛 For parents, it’s peace of mind — knowing their child is cared for in a safe, flexible, and nurturing environment led by a trusted team of educators.
Practical Information
57 Park Street, Bloomfield
Monday–Friday, 3–6 PM
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Flat rate $280/month—flexible attendance
STEM enrichment, homework time & free play
NJ-licensed childcare center
Caring, certified instructors
Registration & Payment Information
Our 2026 Afterschool Program runs from January through May and follows the Bloomfield Public School calendar.
Families may register by the month, with a flat monthly fee—no prorated adjustments. You can join anytime, even mid-month, and your child can start right away.
Students attend the program from 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM.
For full-day care on select school-closed days, please visit our Minicamps page and for early dismissal care, feel free to contact us directly.
We’re happy to offer a Sibling Discount: 10% off for additional children.
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Our age-appropriate programs
Little Engineers:Aftercare For children ages 3–5
- 1 hour of Little Engineers Enrichment Class—fun hands-on STEM projects and experiments
- Play time, and storytime.
- Snack and free play in a supervised, nurturing, and safe environment.
STEM plus: Afterschool For children ages 6–11
- 1 hour of Homework Help — focused support for school assignments.
- 1 hour of STEM PLUS Class — robotics, coding, engineering and science challenges
- Snack and play time with friends.
From 4 to 5pm different STEM classes are offered each day:
Monday
Kitchen Chemistry
Tuesday
Maker Lab
Wednesday
Junior Robotics & Robotics
Thursday
Coding
Friday
Tinkering Lab
What makes our afternoons special?
Monday through Friday, 3:00–6:00 PM, our Afterschool care in Bloomfield (ages 3–11) offers daily hands-on activities.
Children enjoy age-appropriate STEM enrichment classes led by caring instructors, plus snack time, homework time and free play.
Our monthly plan keeps scheduling simple and flexible — attend any days you need, from one afternoon to the full week, for a flat rate of $280 per month.
As a New Jersey Department of Children and Families licensed childcare center, we employ certified preschool teachers and early childhood professionals who create a safe, caring, and engaging learning environment every afternoon.
Your afternoons just got easier—a safe, creative place where your child can learn and play while you finish your workday
Trusted by Families For Over 20 Years
For more than a decade, MLC STEM Center — formerly Montclair Learning Center — has inspired children ages 3–11 through STEM camps, minicamps, and enrichment classes.
Our Afterschool Program is simply a natural extension of what we’ve always done best: combining hands-on learning with a safe, caring environment led by state-licensed, CPR & First Aid certified educators.
Our facility
Conveniently located at 57 Park Street Bloomfield—close to Montclair and Glen Ridge—our New Jersey DCF-licensed childcare facility meets all state and municipal standards for safety, supervision, and child-to-teacher ratios.
Families appreciate the easy drive-through pick-up lane designed to make drop-off and pick-up simple and secure, safe outdoor playground for the little ones, and onsite parking.
F.A.Q.
What are the program hours?
Our Afterschool Program runs Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Families can drop off anytime after school ends and pick up by 6:00 PM.
Do you provide snacks?
Yes, we do! We provide nut free snacks and water. If you want to bring you own snack, please make sure it is nut-free.
What’s the cost, and can my child attend part-time?
Our Afterschool Program is offered at a flat monthly rate of $280 per child. This fee covers all afternoons from Monday to Friday, 3:00–6:00 PM, including STEM enrichment activities, homework time, and supervised free play led by caring, certified instructors.
Attendance is flexible — you pay one monthly rate and can come as often as you wish, no daily tracking or per-day fees.
Do you offer school pick-up or transportation?
Not at this time — families are responsible for drop-off and pick-up at our Bloomfield location:
📍 57 Park Street, Bloomfield, NJ
What activities will my child do after school?
Each afternoon blends hands-on STEM enrichment, homework time, and creative play.
- Ages 3–5 (Little Engineers): fun hands-on STEM projects and experiments, play time, and storytime.
- Ages 6–11 (STEM Plus): Homework help, robotics, coding, engineering and science challenges, play time.
What is your cancellation policy?
Here is our cancellation & refund policy :
– 100% refund up to 4 weeks before the purchased month starts (minus a $25 admin fee)
– 50% refund up to 2 weeks before
– No refunds 1 week prior to start of month
Do you have a make-up policy for missed days?
Here is our Make-Up Policy :
– No refunds or credits are offered for missed days
– Make-up sessions are not available for missed afterschool days
Learning works best when it is engaging and fun!
Contact Information
(973)744-7464
contactus@mlcplus.com
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Contact Information
(973)744-7464
contactus@mlcplus.com
Come Visit Us
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Preschool Curriculum
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