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Engineering For Kids of Las Vegas West
5.0(32)5.0 out of 5 stars, 32 reviews Las Vegas, NV
About Engineering For Kids of Las Vegas West
Engineering For Kids of Las Vegas West is an exceptional family entertainment and educational venue, particularly strong in STEM enrichment and summer camps. Its unique value lies in consistently delivering engaging, knowledge-rich experiences that keep children (from 5-year-olds to school-aged kids) highly motivated and excited to learn, often for over a year. The center stands out for its well-designed curriculum, professional and passionate owners, and a team of patient, knowledgeable, and friendly staff who create a safe and comfortable environment. Parents appreciate the comprehensive coverage of science subjects, hands-on take-home projects, and the accommodating atmosphere that even caters to toddlers not enrolled in classes.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Parents seeking long-term educational enrichment for their children in STEM (Review 1, 4, 5).Children showing an interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (Review 5).Homeschooling families looking for high-quality, comprehensive science and engineering classes (Review 4).Families with multiple children, including toddlers, where older kids are enrolled in classes (Review 4).Parents looking for a safe, engaging, professionally run summer camp or after-school program (Review 2, 3).
Why families love it
- Kids consistently love attending and don't want to leave, often staying enrolled for over a year (Review 1, 3, 4).
- Children return happy and excited to show what they have learned after classes (Review 2).
- Curriculum is highly impressive, well-operated, and balances knowledge, process, and fun (Review 1).
- Staff (including owners Leo and Elise, front desk manager, and teachers) are consistently described as engaged, friendly, patient, knowledgeable, and having a 'great way with kids' (Review 2, 3, 5).
- Provides a comfortable and safe learning environment (Review 2).
- Offers new and varied learning opportunities with great involvement with other kids (Review 2, 3).
Insider tips
- Be prepared for your children to love it so much they may not want to leave, so plan for a potential extra hour after class (Review 4).
- If you have a toddler, rest assured there are educational activities available for them outside the classroom while older siblings attend (Review 4).
- Parents have the flexibility to stay and relax/read a book during class time, or simply drop off and return later (Review 4).
- Consider the 'Jr. robotics week' for younger children (e.g., 5-year-olds) as it's highly recommended and engaging (Review 3).
- This is an excellent option for homeschooling families seeking comprehensive and engaging STEM enrichment (Review 4).
- Crowds
- While not explicitly detailed, staff are described as 'busy helping the kids' (Review 2) and the atmosphere is 'friendly, clean' (Review 4), suggesting a well-managed and comfortable environment, even with many children present. The facility seems to handle its capacity effectively.
- Value
- No specific pricing is mentioned in the reviews. However, multiple parents describe it as one of the 'best educational/social decisions' they've made (Review 4), and kids attend for 'over a year' (Review 1), implying significant perceived value and satisfaction for the cost.
- Accessibility
- Location is easily accessible (Review 4). No specific accommodations for disabilities are mentioned, but staff are described as welcoming to 'families with small children' (Review 4).
- Safety
- Provides a 'comfortable safe environment' (Review 2). The atmosphere is described as 'friendly, clean' (Review 4).
What parents say
"my both kids are with EFK for over a year, they never have enough with experience there. I owned education enrichment centre too that's make me very impressed n appreciate their curriculum and how the team operates the centre. we vote number one for knowledge, process n fun. what else you can expect for teaching your kids."
a year ago
"Let me just tell you how awesome this place is! I have sent my twins there for multiple classes and they come back so happy and excited to show me what they have learned. And every time I have gone to the location all the staff are busy helping the kids and providing a comfortable safe environment. There is new things for them to learn and great involvement with other kids. If I could give more stars I would. Leo and Elise are the nicest people and they deserve every star and high rating they can get. My hats off to you both!!! Keep up the good work."
4 years ago
"First week-camp with them (Buffalo & 215 campus) and my 5 year old boy absolutely loves it. He is excited to go in the morning, and doesn't want to leave in the afternoon. This is a great place for your kids to have their minds busy and discovering and learning new stuff. The staff and teachers are just very friendly and have a great way with kids. Very professionally run business. This definitely will not be my kids only week here, he wants me too register him for the upcoming Jr. robotics week."
7 years ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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