Science Beginnings

Science Beginnings offers Food Chemistry, Physics Fun, Chemistry Fizz, Budding Biologist, Careers for Kids, Explorations in STEM, Introduction to Robotics, Edible Science, Invent, Innovate, Engineer, and Camp Nuts and Bolts. The program serves ages 5 through 12 and has classes and camps in Summer 2026 and Fall 2026.

Programs

• Food Chemistry
• Physics Fun
• Chemistry Fizz
• Budding Biologist
• Careers for Kids
• Explorations in STEM
• Introduction to Robotics
• Edible Science
• Invent, Innovate, Engineer
• Camp Nuts and Bolts

At a glance

• Ages: 5–12 years old
• General schedule: Summer 2026; Fall 2026
• Facility hours: Mon 09:00 am – 05:00 pm; Tue 09:00 am – 05:00 pm; Wed 09:00 am – 05:00 pm; Thu 09:00 am – 05:00 pm; Fri 09:00 am – 05:00 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed

About the provider

Science Beginnings has more than 14 years of experience. Its mission statement says, "We believe in individual experiences, not mass produced packaged products." Classes are taught by the Director/Lead Teachers and assisted by trained, energetic, and enthusiastic TAs. The program notes that there are no prerequisites for camps, that daily parent updates with science worksheets are mentioned, and that scholarships are mentioned.

Scholarships are mentioned. Daily parent updates with science worksheets are mentioned. The site says classes and camps are in the East Bay, including Walnut Creek. The source states the program has classes and camps in San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton, Walnut Creek, Danville, and Livermore.

What families say

“My eight year old twins learned a lot and had so much fun in the camp. Vidya is a wonderful teacher.” — Zoe L, Pleasanton

“I just wanted to thank you for this great class. My daughter, looks forward to your class every week. It has truly been one of the biggest highlights of her Kindergarten year at LVCS. Many thanks for creating a great opportunity to explore science and create excitement around learning.” — J Taylor, Livermore

“My ten year old twins enjoyed the recent budding biology camp immensely. They came home with a lot of excitement and were extremely enthusiastic about the camp and to share their knowledge of what they had learnt that day. Great camp experience!” — K Swamynathan, Pleasanton

Last updated September 19, 2026.