Astar Explorer STEM Academy
About us
At Astar Explorer, we believe in the stimulation of young minds through interaction and hands-on learning. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics are the language of today’s world. We want to engage young minds, get them excited and feel confident.
Our Programs
Astar offers a wide of STEM programs, including STEM Early Daycare, Weekend Enrichment Classes, STEM Birthday Party, Field Trip and Camps.
Contact information
Tel: 571-619-3478
Website: www.astarexplorer.com
Email: info@astarexplorer.com
Address: 11750 Fair Oaks Mall – 2nd floor next to the JC Penney, Fairfax, VA 22033
Little Explorer Daycare Program
Little Explorer is designed for students who are between 2 and 6 years old. At Astar, we focus on children’s educational experience, guided by their interests, through investigation, problem-solving and cooperation.
- In this program, we offer part-time, full-time and drop-in care service. Parents can choose flexibly.
- In Little Explorer, children are provided with:
- Trilingual Language (English, Spanish, Mandarin)
- Story Time
- Social Studies
- Little Science
- Kids Yoga
- Practical Life Skills
- Music & Art
- Coding & Robotics
- Mathematics
- Open Exploration
For more detail, please contact info@astarexplrorer.com or 571-619-3478
Weekend Class Program
Art Club
We offer handcraft and painting classes for all ages. We also teach how to paint with watercolor, acrylic and more! Subject will have a STEM focus, also combine with social study, history, etc. Every week students can create their own masterpieces.
Class Schedule: Saturday 11am-12pm
Class price: $17/Per Class (45minutes-1 hour)
Registration fee: $25 (One-time fee upon enrollment applies to all weekend classes)
Location: 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033
Science Class
Students will explore different areas of the life and physical sciences, including biology, chemistry, physics and engineering as well as teacher led experiments.
Class Schedule: Saturday 1pm-2pm
Class price: $20/Per Class (45minutes-1 hour)
Registration fee: $25 (One-time fee upon enrollment applies to all weekend classes)
Location: 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033
Coding Class
This course will introduce students to the world of coding through Ozobot’s color coding feature. Students will establish basic knowledge of coding concepts like sequential thinking, syntax, and debugging. Color coding Ozobot helps students overcome coding obstacles through tangible forms.
Class Schedule: Saturday 11am-12pm
Class price: $20/Per Class (45minutes-1 hour)
Registration fee: $25 (One-time fee upon enrollment applies to all weekend classes)
Location: 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033
Spanish Class
This program promises to be an exciting one, filled with new learning experiences and challenges. We are very happy to be part of one of those new challenges. Students will learn: Number, Colors, calendar, letters, basic conversations and more from native speaker teacher.
Class Schedule: Saturday 11am-12pm
Class price: $15/Per Class (45minutes-1 hour)
Registration fee: $25 (One-time fee upon enrollment applies to all weekend classes)
Location: 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033
Mandarin Class
This program promises to be an exciting one, filled with new learning experiences and challenges. We are very happy to be part of one of those new challenges. Students will learn: Number, Colors, calendar, letters, basic conversations and more from native speaker teacher.
Class Schedule: Saturday 10am – 11am
Class price: $15/Per Class (45minutes-1 hour)
Registration fee: $25 (One-time fee upon enrollment applies to all weekend classes)
Location: 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033
STEM Birthday Party
Ignite your child’s imagination with a hands-on STEM birthday party at Astar Explorer. We offer exciting, interactive and engaging party options for children in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Standard themes are available, but options for a more customized party can be discussed.
Email info@astarexplorer.com for the available schedule before booking.
Camp Program
Spring Break Camp
Astar Explorer STEM Academy offers a day camp during spring break holiday for children ages 2-12. The camp is held at 11750 Fair Oaks Mall from 8:00am – 6:00pm. We offer flexible drop off and pick up times for parents who do not need children in attendance for the 8-hour day.
The daily schedule includes Science, Math, Language, Coding, Arts and Crafts, indoor activities and Yoga. Children need to bring a bag lunch and drinks to camp each day. We offer two snacks daily.
Camp Fee:
| Age | Full Day (8am-4pm) | 6 hours (8am-2pm) | Half Day (8am-12pm) |
| 2-12 | $325/week | $265/week | $185/week |
- $50 registration fee is non-refundable.
- Extra $20 for extension after regular hours from 4pm-6pm.
Required Forms for Spring Break Camp
- Registration Form
- Pick-up Authorization Form
If your child will need emergency medication on-site or need other medication administered during the camp, the additional forms below are required as well.
- Medical Waiver
- Medical Authorization Form
Summer Camp
Astar Explorer STEM Academy offers a day camp during summer holiday for children ages 2-12. The camp is held at 11750 Fair Oaks Mall from 8:00am – 6:00pm. We offer flexible drop off and pick up times for parents who do not need children in attendance for the 8-hour day.
The daily schedule includes Science, Math, Language, Coding, Arts and Crafts, indoor activities and Yoga. Children need to bring a bag lunch and drinks to camp each day. We offer two snacks daily.
Summer Camp Session:
8am- 6pm, Jun 13th – Aug 19th, 2022
Camp Fee:
Age | Full Day (8am-4pm) |
| 2-12 | $375/week |
- $50 registration fee is non-refundable.
- Extra $20 for extension after regular hours from 4pm-6pm.
Required Forms for Summer Camp
- Registration Form
- Pick-up Authorization Form
If your child will need emergency medication on-site or need other medication administered during the camp, the additional forms below are required as well.
- Medical Waiver
- Medical Authorization Form
Last update: 3/31/2022
