Ditmas Park has six upcoming science sessions split between two venues. Cortelyou's Meeting Room hosts four free "Ready, Set, Kindergarten" sessions for ages 0 to 60 months, while Make Chem Possible runs paid afterschool programs at $55 for ages 5 to 8, covering winter and spring terms. All current listings appear below.
In this special seven session series, families enjoy stories & activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. Exploring literacy, science & math through music, stories, art & play will help you and your child get ready for school! Families will receive free materials to continue the learning and fun at home. For children 3-5 and their caregivers. This program runs for seven consecutive weeks on the following Saturdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 7, 14, and 21.
In this special seven session series, families enjoy stories & activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. Exploring literacy, science & math through music, stories, art & play will help you and your child get ready for school! Families will receive free materials to continue the learning and fun at home. For children 3-5 and their caregivers. This program runs for seven consecutive weeks on the following Saturdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 7, 14, and 21.
In this special seven session series, families enjoy stories & activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. Exploring literacy, science & math through music, stories, art & play will help you and your child get ready for school! Families will receive free materials to continue the learning and fun at home. For children 3-5 and their caregivers. This program runs for seven consecutive weeks on the following Saturdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 7, 14, and 21.
In this special seven session series, families enjoy stories & activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. Exploring literacy, science & math through music, stories, art & play will help you and your child get ready for school! Families will receive free materials to continue the learning and fun at home. For children 3-5 and their caregivers. This program runs for seven consecutive weeks on the following Saturdays: October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 7, 14, and 21.
Winter MCP Afterschool Program 2027 Dates: January 4th – April 2nd, 2027 (52 days) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM The MCP Afterschool Program is a hands-on enrichment experience where students explore science, engineering, culture, food science, and creativity through themed daily learning. Each weekday focuses on a different specialty area designed to build curiosity, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections. Mondays – Materials Around the World (Natural Dayes, Organic materials, and Recycled & Sustainable Materials) Tuesdays – Life Science (Dino Detectives, Explorer Quest, and Life on Other Worlds) Wednesdays – Kitchen Chemistry Food science experiments inspired by global cuisines (Belgium, Morocco, and Greece. Thursdays – Tech & Tools (Physics of Motion & Tetris Engineering, DIY puzzles & Mechanical Problem Solving, and Skateboard Project & Motion Physics) Fridays – Double the Science (Rotate through two hands-on STEM stations , each featuring a different area of science!) Jr. Scientists: K–2nd Grade Jr. Scientists: 3rd–5th Grade Students receive age-appropriate instruction, differentiated worksheets, and advanced project extensions for older learners. Each session includes: MCP-provided snack Water breaks 30 minutes homework help One theme-based project experiment Free play or outdoor time MCP provides a creative, engaging environment where students learn through: Hands-on projects Experiments Collaboration Discovery-based learning across disciplines Full Semester Payment - Includes afterschool participation for your selected days for the full semester. School pickup and extended care until 5:30 PM must be added during checkout. MCP is closed on all DOE holidays. No credits or make-up days are provided when a selected day falls on a closure. Monthly billing - Provides monthly payments for enrollment through April, 2027 , with school pickup included . Early cancellation is permitted only under extreme circumstances; unauthorized cancellation may affect eligibility for future MCP programs. Payment flexibility offered for enrollment commitment , rather than function as a month-to-month enrollment. Extended care until 5:30 PM must be added during checkout. MCP is closed on DOE holidays, with no credits or make-up days for closures. Daily Pricing - Our most flexible option! Select and pay for only the specific days your child will attend. DOE holidays are automatically blocked from booking. School pickup and extended care until 5:30 PM must be added during checkout. Please note: March 3rd are early dismissal half-days for students and are included in the program package. Families selecting these dates will automatically be placed in early afterschool pickup adjusted half-day coverage as part of their enrollment option. School pickup: +$10 per day (for daily and semester pricing) Late pickup (5:00 PM – 5:30 PM): +$15 per day (Due to system limitations, unable to add for monthly pricing. Email: admin@makechempossible.com for further assistance.) PS 889 - Mon - Fri PS 139 – Mon - Fri PS 217 – Mon, Tues, Thurs PS 130 – Tuesday PS 230 - Monday Pickup schedules align with school dismissal times to ensure safe transportation to MCP.
Spring MCP Afterschool Program 2027 Dates: April 5th – June 28th, 2027 (51 days) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM or 3:30 pm - 5:30pm (**3:30 pm afterschool does not include pick up, extended care or homework help.) The MCP Afterschool Program is a hands-on enrichment experience where students explore science, engineering, history, culture, food science, and creativity through themed daily learning. Each weekday focuses on a different specialty area designed to build curiosity, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections. Mondays – Materials Around the World ( Flower Pressing & Botantical Art, Cultural Crafts from Around the World, Mixed Media Creations with Global Inspiration) Tuesdays – Life Science (Evolution Basics, Earth's Living Web, Future of Life on Earth and beyond) Wednesdays – Kitchen Chemistry Food science experiments inspired by global cuisines (Ethiopia, India, Jamaica and Brazil) Thursdays – Tech & Tools (Structure Circuit Boards and Electricity Basics, Robotics & Mechanical Systems, Baby coding and Creative Engineering) Fridays – Builders & Discovery ( Nature Builders, Museums & Myteries, NYC & Brooklyn Water Builders) Jr. Scientists: K–2nd Grade Jr. Scientists: 3rd–5th Grade Students receive age-appropriate instruction, differentiated worksheets, and advanced project extensions for older learners. Each session includes: MCP-provided snack Water breaks 30 minutes homework help One theme-based project experiment Free play or outdoor time MCP provides a creative, engaging environment where students learn through: Hands-on projects Experiments Collaboration Discovery-based learning across disciplines Due to system limitations, additional material charges cannot be added for Wednesday food science activities. However, in select months, a small additional fee may be requested to support specialized supplies. Full semester payment option includes daily program participation. If you would like pick up and extended care until 5:30 PM, it must be added during checkout. By selecting the full semester payment, you acknowledge that MCP will be closed on all DOE holidays. If your selected days fall on a closure or holiday, no credit or make-up day will be issued. Monthly billing Provides monthly payments for enrollment through June 28th, 2027 , with school pickup included . Early cancellation is permitted only under extreme circumstances; unauthorized cancellation may affect eligibility for future MCP programs. Payment flexibility offered for enrollment commitment , rather than function as a month-to-month enrollment. Extended care until 5:30 PM must be added during checkout. MCP is closed on DOE holidays, with no credits or make-up days for closures. Daily Pricing option allows you to select specific attendance days for your child. All DOE holidays are automatically blocked off. This is the most flexible option for families who prefer to choose attendance on a daily basis.If you would like pick up and extended care until 5:30 PM, it must be added during checkout. Please note: November 5th and March 3rd are early dismissal half-days for students and are included in the program package. Families selecting these dates will automatically be placed in early afterschool pickup adjusted half-day coverage as part of their enrollment option. School pickup: +$10 per day (for daily and semester pricing) Late pickup (5:00 PM – 5:30 PM): +$15 per day (Due to system limitations, unable to add for monthly pricing. Email: admin@makechempossible.com for further assistance.) PS 889 - Mon - Fri PS 139 – Mon - Fri PS 217 – Mon, Tues, Thurs PS 130 – Tuesday PS 230 - Monday Pickup schedules align with school dismissal times to ensure safe transportation to MCP.
What ages are science and STEM classes for in Ditmas Park?
Most science and STEM classes in Ditmas Park run for ages 3 years through 12 years. Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.
How much do science and STEM classes cost in Ditmas Park?
Prices in Ditmas Park range from free museum and library programs through about $55 per class for studio STEM programs. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.
Do I need to register in advance for science and STEM classes?
Most studio-run science and STEM classes require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park science programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.
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