Wonder Why Science
Private
Wonder Why Science runs a science summer camp for ages 4-9 in its lab at Saint George's church in Maplewood, with campers split into small groups by age. Days mix indoor lab time for building, experimenting and exploration with outdoor science and play in a grassy fenced yard that has a mud kitchen and small garden. Camp runs 9:00am-3:00pm, five days a week, across the summer except the week of July 4th; the organization also offers year-round classes and school-break mini-camps for preK and elementary ages.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Wonder Why Science directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Joy WernickWonder Why Science lead a fantastic birthday party for my 5 year old budding scientist! She tailored the activities to his interests (even including a live bug table per his request!) and kept the kids engaged the entire time with the coolest activities. We had a large group (23!) and she managed it with ease along with two awesome helpers. Highly recommend!
★★★★★emily konopinskiThis science camp was such a bright spot for our family this summer! There was daily building, exploring and experimenting which really made this experience one of a kind. We can't wait for the fall programming!
★★★★★Jaime FranklinMy 8 year-old really loved the thoughtful, inquiry-based curriculum at Wonder Why Science. Every day he left camp eager to tell me about the experiments he did that day or what he built or was working towards for the next day! He loves science and engineering and learns best through a hands-on approach. He also made lots of friends and felt encouraged by working in small groups. And Science Sarah and the instructors were wonderful, super communicative, and kept the days really engaging for the kids with a good mix of hands-on instruction and outdoor play. A+ all the way!
★★★★★Zachary WeinerOur son loved Wonder Why’s Creepy Crawlers class. It was just the right blend of cool facts, getting dirty with insects and worms, and fun projects. Sarah was also an occasional guest science teacher at our son’s preschool years ago, and he would always come home on those days brimming with enthusiasm for plants, fish, or whatever else they happened to be learning that day. So I know of what I speak—Sarah knows how to spark curiosity and excitement in young explorers.
★★★★★Kit St.ClaireThank goodness for Wonder Why Science! My 5-year-old loved taking Science Sarah's class through Beyond the Bell and he is so excited to attend a week-long camp this summer. Her classes are fun and engaging and her science background and many years of experience as an educator are clear as she knows how to connect with kids of all ages with ease. She is not afraid of getting muddy with the kids as she helps them develop a love of science and the outdoors. I also had the pleasure of seeing her in action at a birthday party which was super fun for all involved!