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Build my own Robot and Fly Drones too ?

Where else can a child gain the gift of learning while engaging in projects that they LOVE in Columbia, Maryland?. It all takes place at your area IDEA Lab Kids S.T.E.A.M. Campus. Columbia area parents and kids have an IDEA Lab Kids S.T.E.A.M Campus to help build critical-thinking skills and Build Better Brains. Your local IDEA Lab S.T.E.A.M. Campus provides FUN and engaging Birthday Party Experiences, Innovative Camps, Preschool S.T.E.A.M Enrichment Classes, Afterschool programs and more.

Rock your Grey Matter at your local Campus Today

Drone Flying to Chemical Reaction
Robotics to Arduino Coding

DNA Dissection to Gadget Hacking
Cooking to Canvas Art Masterpieces

STEAM (STEM + Arts) based camps ranging from Cooking School, Robotics, Drones, 3D Printing, Art Studio, Coding Programming, Movie Production, Engineering, and Science

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Afterschool programs offer the flexibility to attend individual classes or drop-in membership options

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Enrichment for Preschoolers specializes in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) based activities for early childhood

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Celebrate your milestones with unique party themes and options from Science to Robotics

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Enrichment for Preschoolers specializes in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) based activities for early childhood

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IDEA Lab Kids specializes in programs that merge the principles of S.T.E.M. and the Arts to create S.T.E.A.M. S.T.E.A.M. programs are developed to prepare primary and secondary students for college and graduate fields of study in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics.

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What Parents Have To Say

Great drone class. Mr Dean was outstanding! Thank you!

Raj Tuliani

15:53 13 Nov 19

Today we took our prk class to Idea lab kids.The kids had a blast. They really enjoyed the hands on steam activities. They lit up with excitement as they got to be little scientists making elephant tooth paste, taking turns mixing the ingredients together. The glow eyes were creative fun while learning about electronics and the slime was a big hit. The kids got to take home their experiments and were talking about it the rest of the day. The staff was friendly and helpful. If you are looking for a fun, hands on educational field trip.this is the place to go

Allison Toler

23:34 09 Aug 19

My 7 year old attended the minecraft and lego camp and learned a lot while having a ton of fun. He has also been practicing what he learned at home and staying away from mindless TV and learning coding, and problem solving and developing analytical skills. His instructor was knowledgeable and encouraged challenges and team work. we will definitely be doing more camps here.

Sharfunnisa Quadri

15:13 22 Jul 19

Our son Evan was extremely impressed with the Lego Robotics Camp. The staff are friendly, helpful & knowledgeable. This week Evan is starting a new week of Mine craft coding camp and is looking forward to learning more about Mine Craft his favorite computer game.As parents my wife and I are glad that Idea Lad Kids is a fantastic STEM option in Columbia. Thanks Ms. Tinu.Your Company Rocks!

Kenny Greenberg

16:12 08 Jul 19

My son loved the spring break camps provided by Idea Lab. He learned a ton and came home with really cool projects! Everyone there was so nice, I would highly recommend.

kim beyer

13:26 31 May 19

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What Parents Have To Say

My child is grounded for bad behavior when I pick her up from after school care at Idea Lab.It is every after school care required parent’s dream for their child to be in a safe environment with homework support after school. Extra support for topics like science, technology, whatever e stands for, arts and math is a great investment in a child. It’s also a privilege to have it available and to be able to provide the opportunity. #steamparentwannabeIf you were ever to ask me if LEAVING these kinds of activities would be an issue for a child of mine, I would not even be able to imagine what you were talking about. Prolly because I’d be distracted by that pretty butterfly with no conscious awareness of evolution, physics, art, or that e thing that all are a part of what that pretty butterfly is and does..Karah has enjoyed all of her extra activities over the years, but she has never felt so passionately about them that they were a currency.I took away Idea Lab last night for her behavior choices when I pick her up and she worked so hard when we got home to earn IDEA Lab back I am letting them have her today.Thanks to Idea Lab, the dog poop may be picked up and the empty juice boxes may actually make it to the trash can.This STEAM thing might actually be working for me!#northshoalcreek

Holly Rutledge

19:22 30 Aug 19

We had a mobile Minecraft Birthday Party at our house for our 7 year old and it was so awesome! The kids were engaged the entire time- with the staff having great management skills while conducting unique, fun activities. All the kids loved it and the parents were impressed too. But the happiest of all (besides my son who was thrilled to get a bit of laptop time with his friends 😄) was me- because the party planning was a breeze and a success. Thank you!

Kristen English-Bundy

18:55 01 Apr 19

Both of my daughters go to Idea Lab Kids for the culinary arts class and they absolutely love it! They love their teachers and the center in general. They offer a lot of options for after school care and I’m definitely going to be enrolling my girls for more classes here. We’re thinking about summer camps already! Only con is can be a bit loud in the center but what can you expect with a place full of kids. Overall we love idea lab.

Vernique Hines

21:01 06 Sep 18

i have a son that is currently enrolled in their drone lab that happens every tuesday and he is always excited to go. We were with another idea lab but decided to give a new location a try. idea lab is a great place and my son loves it.

Edward Williams

20:48 06 Sep 18

My children always love coming to camp. I am impressed by the tough concepts that they explore which always leads to fun conversations on the way home and further experimentation over the weekend. They seem to have knowledgeable and friendly staff and the sticking point for me is that the kids come home having actually learned something!

Kwitzats

20:19 06 Sep 18

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Word from the Director

Tinu is an Information Technology Specialist with background in Systems Analysis & Design, Instructional Systems Design, and Business Administration. With career experience as a project manager, substitute teaching experience, as well as 16 years volunteer experience mentoring and counseling youth, Tinu brings the perfect blend of passion for education and STEM leadership.

A career working alongside experts in technology and high performance computing has deepened Tinu’s conviction that STEM education is instrumental to the success of our nation. Cybersecurity challenges are global and a secure nation must prepare her youth to lead in science, technology, engineering, and math. Additionally, the Arts, our 5th element at Idea Lab Kids, are vital to a balanced education and life.

Tinu enjoys observing the discovery process in children. As parents and leaders, we must tap into the wealth of curiosity and possibility within our children, to propel world leaders in all areas of life. It starts with your child – join us in Howard & Baltimore County MD as we rock our grey matter!