🎒 School Age Programs on the Main Line

Award-winning after-school program (Best After Care, Best of Jewish Philadelphia 2022-2024) serving grades K-5. Includes transportation from local schools, dedicated homework time, and clubs in film, cooking, sports, and arts. Open Monday through Friday.

Dance classes for Grades K-5 covering ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary styles. Children develop coordination, rhythm, and self-expression through structured movement instruction in a fun, supportive setting.

Fun and educational STEM, robotics, and coding programs using LEGO bricks and technology. Covers engineering, robotics, coding, science, and arts through after-school programs, summer camps, and workshops. Half-day and full-day camp formats available.

Play-Well TEKnologies LEGO building and engineering program offered through Lower Merion Township Recreation. Children explore physics, engineering, and creative problem-solving through hands-on LEGO projects. Available in seasonal sessions.

Week-long summer dance camps combining two movement classes, a music lesson, an interactive poetry session, and theme-related arts and crafts each day. Multiple weekly sessions in summer. A delightful creative experience for young children.

Science Explorers hosts after-school enrichment programs at Exton elementary schools, focusing on experiments in chemistry, biology, and earth science for ages 6–12. Each themed session is hands-on, inquiry-based, and aligned with PA state science standards. Programs run in 6- to 8-week blocks throughout the school year.

Gladwyne Elementary's Community Arts program brings professional teaching artists into after-school sessions for students ages 5–12 in Gladwyne. Students rotate through visual arts, drama, and music projects across a 6-week session. The program is offered three times per school year through the Lower Merion Arts in Education initiative.

Nature-based summer day camp at McKaig Nature Education Center in Wayne, PA, run by Riverbend educators. Weekly themes include Riverbend Animals, Messy Science, and Sunny Science. Activities: hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and nature crafts for ages 5-10.

Hands-on STEM workshops for children at the Chester County Library in Exton. Each session focuses on a different topic such as coding, robotics, or simple chemistry experiments. No registration required for drop-in sessions.

Full-day summer day camp in Devon run by the Tredyffrin-Easttown Recreation Commission. Campers enjoy swimming, sports, arts and crafts, field trips, and team-building activities in a structured, fun environment. Before and after care options are available.

A hands-on sculpture class for pre-teens ages 10-12, exploring 3D art forms at the Main Line Art Center. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

Monthly reading club for elementary-age children at the historic Gladwyne Free Library. Children listen to a read-aloud, discuss the story, and complete a related craft project. The intimate group setting nurtures a love of books in a welcoming neighborhood library.

Recreational youth soccer league run by Lower Merion Township in Bala Cynwyd. Kids develop passing, dribbling, and teamwork skills in a fun, non-competitive environment. Saturday games are played at local township fields.

STEAM enrichment classes, summer camps, workshops, and birthday parties for ages 5–11 using LEGO® bricks and technology to teach Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics including robotics, coding, and design challenges.

STEAM enrichment classes, summer camps, workshops, field trips, and birthday parties for ages 5–11 using LEGO® bricks and technology. Programs cover robotics, coding, engineering, and design challenges.

Youth soccer camp introducing kids to fundamentals of soccer while promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. Run by Conshohocken Borough Recreation Services.

Hands-on STEM, robotics, and engineering classes for kids using LEGO bricks, K'Nex, and technology. Programs include after-school classes, summer camps, workshops, and birthday parties.

Little Ninja program introducing kids ages 5-8 to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fundamentals in a fun, safe, and structured environment. Builds physical coordination, mental focus, and emotional resilience.

Teen volunteer Arin presents an enjoyable math program for kids in grades 2-4. A great way to make math engaging and fun outside the classroom.

Girls-only flag football skills program run through Skyhawks Sports Academy in Wayne PA.

Youth track and field training for ages 5-10 at the Phoenixville Rec Center. Introduces kids to fundamentals of track and field in a fun and supportive environment with professional coaching.

Annual summer day camp at the Ardmore Avenue Community Center. Children ages 6–12 participate in arts and crafts, games, group activities, and special events. One of the area's longest-running community programs.

Youth soccer camp introducing children to the fundamentals of soccer while promoting teamwork and sportsmanship, offered by Conshohocken Borough Recreation Services. Morning sessions for ages 5–12 during summer. Register online or at (610) 828-3266.

USSEA-certified skateboarding lessons at Radnor Skatepark. Two levels: Beginner (ages 5-9) and Skate Club for intermediate riders (ages 6-12).

Youth golf skills camp for kids run in partnership with Skyhawks Sports Academy in Wayne.

An after-school drawing and painting program for kids ages 7-9 to explore their creativity. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A ceramics, mosaics, and sculpture class for young children ages 5-7 to explore building and 3D art. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A ceramics class for pre-teens ages 10-12 combining wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A free fiber arts class introducing pre-teens ages 10-12 to basic hand-sewing techniques. This tuition-free class is designed to make art education accessible to all.

A drawing class for pre-teens ages 10-12 focused on creating comics and sequential art. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A fun drawing class for kids ages 6-9 exploring superheroes, fantasy, and sci-fi characters and worlds. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A drawing class for pre-teens ages 10-12 exploring comics and manga storytelling and illustration. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A drawing and painting class for kids ages 7-9 to create their own masterpieces. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A drawing and painting class for pre-teens ages 10-12 to develop their artistic skills creating masterpieces. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A drawing and painting class for kids ages 6-10 to explore a variety of artistic techniques and styles. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A fun ceramics class for kids ages 7-9 to explore clay and sculpture through creative adventures. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A summer day camp for children ages 6–8, held at 1 East 1st Avenue in Malvern. Two separate weekly sessions are available in July 2026.

A drawing and painting class for kids ages 7-9 centered on animal-themed artwork. Scholarships are available for those who need financial assistance.

A free mixed media art class specifically designed for children with disabilities ages 7-12. This tuition-free class ensures accessible art education for all children.

A special 4-week Micro on-stage production of Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS for students in 2nd through 6th grade. Kids get to perform in this beloved musical adventure.

A day camp for children ages 6–12 with physical disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other special needs in a supportive farm setting.

Kids entering grades K-6 explore art through personal and collaborative projects, nature walks, and outdoor games alongside talented teaching artists. Visiting artists present special collaborative projects each week.

A full-day summer camp with a 12:1 camper-to-staff ratio offering structured indoor and outdoor activities, weekly pool days, and one field trip per week. Before and after care is included in tuition.

A summer camp group for students entering grades K-2 featuring creative arts, physical education, science exploration, and collaborative projects. Held on a well-equipped campus with a gym, art rooms, maker space, and outdoor fields.

An eco-focused camp for young children ages 5-7 held at the beautiful Willows Mansion in Villanova, PA. Kids explore nature and the environment in a hands-on setting.

Esports program for kids ages 7–12 at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine. Combines competitive gaming with teamwork, strategic thinking, and digital citizenship.

Kick off summer by getting back to nature with high-energy group games, outdoor activities, and team-building challenges. Includes a field trip to an outdoor treetop adventure park.

Campers get creative in the kitchen, exploring cooking, baking, and food science while also enjoying fun food-inspired camp games. Includes a field trip to create a treat alongside culinary professionals.

Campers explore optical illusions, light and color, non-Newtonian fluids like slime, and mind-bending logic puzzles. Includes a field trip to the Museum of Illusions.

Campers become ecology experts by exploring nature trails and creeks, crafting with natural materials, and building animal habitat models and terrariums. Includes a field trip to the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science.

A crowd-favorite field trip where students compare adaptive mechanisms of mammals and plants, and learn about habitats and the needs they meet for wildlife. Designed for Grades 2-5.

Students explore plant life at Haverford Reserve, learning about flower anatomy, what plants need to survive, pollinators, and searching the ecosystem for signs of flora. Designed for Grades 2-5.

An after-school drawing and painting class for kids ages 7-9, held onsite on Tuesday afternoons throughout spring.

A drawing class for pre-teens ages 10-12 focused on creating comics, held onsite at Main Line Art Center on Thursday afternoons.

A Saturday drawing class for pre-teens ages 10-12 exploring comics and manga storytelling techniques, held onsite at Main Line Art Center.

A fun Saturday ceramics class for kids ages 7-9 exploring clay and sculpture, held onsite at Main Line Art Center.

A special 4-week micro on-stage production of Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS for students in 2nd–6th grade. Kids get to experience the magic of musical theater in a fun, short-format production.

A day camp specifically designed for children with disabilities, including physical disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other special needs. Provides a supportive and inclusive summer camp experience for ages 6–12.

A fun, educational, and distinctively Christian day camp experience for children ages 6-10, with engaging daily activities and caring Christian staff. Campers make new friends and explore new interests each day.

A fun, educational, and distinctively Christian day camp experience for preteens ages 11-12, surrounded by engaging Christian staff. Campers enjoy exciting activities and build new friendships in a faith-based environment.

Esports classes at the YMCA for kids ages 7-12 in Chester County. A fun, structured program that combines gaming with youth development.

Campers explore force and motion, chemical reactions, and how the body works through hands-on engineering challenges and playful discovery. Includes a field trip to the Lancaster Science Factory.

A 90s-themed week packed with backyard games, lip sync battles, friendship bracelets, tie-dye, and a movie outing to see Toy Story 5. Campers enjoy challenges inspired by classic 90s movies and TV shows.

Campers compete in Olympic-style team games, Winter Olympics-inspired activities, and crafts focused on sportsmanship and strategy. Includes a field trip to go ice skating.

Campers plan, design, and produce the annual Summer Adventures Camp Talent Show, with roles available for performers, managers, and production crew. Includes a field trip to see a professional performance, with family and friends invited to the finale.

A Saturday drawing and painting class for pre-teens ages 10-12 to develop their artistic skills, held onsite at Main Line Art Center.

Benchmark Camp combines world-renowned academics with a beloved recreation program including swimming, art, science, sports, and zipline. Especially beneficial for bright children with dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, or other learning differences, building executive function skills and confidence.

Campers learn new skills in specific sports instructed by varsity-level coaches from Delaware County Christian School, focusing on skill development and character building. A faith-based environment where kids learn to glorify God through sport.

A traditional summer day camp for rising grades 1–7 offering a variety of fun summer activities. Part of Agnes Irwin School's Summer at AIS programming for boys and girls.

A timeless day camp for children entering K through 5th grade combining arts and athletics with non-competitive sports, creative arts, STEM projects, and drama and music. Each week features themed adventures such as superheroes, magical journeys, and beach bashes.

Themed summer camp with magic, wizarding games, and creative activities for kids.

A fun drawing class for kids ages 6-9 exploring superhero, fantasy, and sci-fi themes, held onsite at Main Line Art Center on Thursdays.

Teen volunteer Ani presents a 'Know Your Body' program exploring the endocrine system for kids in grades 2-6. A fun and educational introduction to human biology.

Kids in kindergarten through 2nd grade read 'We Are In A Book' by Mo Willems together and enjoy a story-inspired activity. A great way to foster a love of reading.

Children ages 5-10 practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a dog in a relaxed, supportive setting. Kids should bring a book from home for their 10-minute session.

Kids in grades K-5 come together to build and create in the Lego Lab. A fun, open-ended building session that encourages creativity and problem-solving.

A club for fans of the Baby-Sitters Club chapter books and graphic novels in grades 2-5, featuring book chats, trivia, and more. A fun gathering for young BSC enthusiasts.

Youth field hockey fundamentals camp run in partnership with Skyhawks Sports Academy.

Students explore Haverford Reserve searching for signs of animals, learning about bird migration, squirrels, worms, and water critters. Designed for Grades K-1 and addresses science standards 3.1.

Hands-on outdoor learning experience where students explore soil critters, composting, and different types of soil at Haverford Reserve. Designed for Grades 1-5.

Students learn about the water cycle and investigate the streams at Haverford Reserve, discovering macroinvertebrates and how water travels through the environment. Designed for Grades 2-5.

A 3-day summer art camp for kids ages 6-9 located in Devon, PA near Philadelphia. Great creative outlet for young artists during the summer.

A spring sculpture class for pre-teens ages 10-12, held onsite at Main Line Art Center. Explores ceramics, mosaics, and sculpture techniques.

A ceramics, mosaics, and sculpture class for young children ages 5-7, held onsite on Tuesday afternoons in spring.

A spring ceramics class for pre-teens ages 10-12 covering both wheel throwing and hand building techniques, held onsite at Main Line Art Center.

A drawing and painting class for kids ages 7-9 centered on animal subjects, held onsite at Main Line Art Center on Wednesday afternoons.

A yoga camp designed for children ages 5-8 held at The Willows Mansion in Villanova. Kids enjoy movement, mindfulness, and fun in a beautiful outdoor setting.

A tuition-free fiber arts class introducing pre-teens ages 10-12 to hand-sewing basics, held onsite at Main Line Art Center on Wednesdays.

A Saturday drawing and painting class for kids ages 7-9, encouraging young artists to create masterpieces, held onsite at Main Line Art Center.

A tuition-free mixed media art class designed for children with disabilities ages 7-12, held onsite at Main Line Art Center on Saturdays.

A Tuesday drawing and painting class for kids ages 6-10, held onsite at Main Line Art Center throughout the spring semester.