Curiosity Club (Grades TK-1)
Curiosity Club offers young learners (ages 4.5-6.5) the chance to explore, create, and grow in a supportive environment after school. Designed for students in transitional kindergarten through first grade, this program combines structured care with an engaging STEAM curriculum that sparks imagination and builds confidence.
Each week, students dive into hands-on projects that introduce science, technology, engineering, art, and math in ways that feel like play. Activities include coding with beginner-friendly tools, simple robotics, design challenges, and experiments that encourage discovery.
Our teachers and assistant teachers provide school pick-up and create a safe, welcoming transition into the studio. We also accommodate early dismissal days and parent-teacher conference weeks, giving families peace of mind.
Twice per year, Curiosity Club hosts a showcase where students present their projects. Families celebrate the creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork their children developed throughout the program. Showcases are in December and May.
Curiosity Club goes beyond run-of-the-mill aftercare programs to provide an opportunity for children to grow curious minds, try new skills, and share their discoveries with the community.
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Curiosity Club At A Glance
WHO is Curiosity Club for?
Curiosity Club is designed for students in transitional kindergarten through first grade who are eager to explore, play, and discover in a safe and engaging environment.
WHAT will my child do at Curiosity Club?
Afternoons are filled with guided STEAM projects and playful activities. Students:
Build with hands-on materials that connect science, technology, engineering, art, and math to everyday life
Take part in design challenges and creative group experiments
Enjoy community time, outdoor play, and open-ended exploration
This balance of structure and play builds confidence and lays the foundation for a love of learning.
WHEN is Curiosity Club?
Program hours:
2:00–6:00 PM
Dates:
Aug. 18, 2025 – June 3, 2026
Adjustments:
Early release days and parent-teacher conference weeks
Closures:
Programs pause on holidays and school breaks (see calendar below)
Blackout Dates
2025
Sep. 1, Oct. 13, Nov. 11, Nov. 24–28, Dec. 22–Jan. 2
2026
Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Feb. 17, Mar. 27–Apr. 3, May 25
WHERE does Curiosity Club meet?
STEMful Studio in Mission-Bernal
Upper Noe Valley Recreation Center (during outside activities)
Sparking Curiosity
WHY is Curiosity Club beneficial for my child?
Early experiences with STEAM spark curiosity, imagination, and problem-solving skills that last a lifetime. Curiosity Club builds a foundation for both academic growth and social-emotional development. Students build confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills that extend beyond the classroom.
Our program is very popular and has reached capacity! Join the waitlist to be notified of the next opening.
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HOW does the program work?
Daily Flow
2:00–2:45 PM
School pick-up or parent drop-off at Noe Valley Park
2:15–4:00 PM
Snack and outdoor play
4:00–4:15 PM
Walk to STEMful
4:15–5:30 PM
Circle time, STEAM project, indoor group activity
5:30–6:00 PM
Clean up, free play, parent pick-up at STEMful
Enrollment Options
Families choose 2–5 days per week
Membership renews monthly until canceled
Changes to the membership structure allowed ten (10) business days before the first of the month.
Registration Fees & Membership Cost
$250 One-Time Fee
A $250 one-time non-refundable registration fee applies to new members.
This fee must be paid in full. Prorated and waived fees do not satisfy the one-time registration fee.
Monthly membership, materials, and car service fees
Billed monthly according to the table below until cancellation.
Changes to the membership structure are allowed at the end of each month.
From 2:00-6:00 PM Monday-Tuesday, Thursday-Friday, with Wednesday Early Release and Parent-Teacher Conference Week accommodations:
| Days Per Week | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Child | $468 | $578 | $688 | $798 |
| Each Additional Child | $418 | $528 | $638 | $748 |
*Pricing is subject to change.
Transportation
STEMful staff provide pick-up from Dolores Huerta, Mission Education, TECA*, Alvarado*, and Flynn*.
*An additional $35/month per student is assessed for transportation from TECA, Alvarado, and Flynn to cover travel time.
Car service is available at $25-34 per ride
Car service is for students from schools not included in our pickup route.
Car service is provided by a local company specializing in transporting children.
Car service can provide rides for 2-4 children from the same school.
Caregiver coordinates rides with the service.
Missed Class and Cancellation Policies
Students must stay home if sick.
Changes to the membership structure allowed ten (10) business days prior to the first of the month.
No prorate for missing or sick days.
Clean up, free play, parent pick-up at STEMful.
Cancellation must be made ten (10) business days before the first of the month, or a charge of 25% of the monthly program fee may be applied.
Please send an email to afterschool@stemful-sf.com to formally cancel your membership.
Programs will be canceled on bad air quality above 150 AQI.
Still have a question about our afterschool program?
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In a Pinch?
Sometimes you just need a little extra support after school or want your child to experience our programs before signing up for a membership. STEMful offers one-day drop-ins with pickup available at TECA, Dolores Huerta, Flynn, MEC and Alvarado.
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