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STEAM

Minds at work

Nothing cements learning like getting your hands dirty. Our STEAM program gives students a dedicated space to get hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math — exploring through curiosity, experimentation, and creative problem-solving.

Here, children take things apart and figure out how to put them together, stretching their imagination — and developing critical thinking and resilience.

WHAT WE EXPLORE

Turning curiosity into capability

S

cience

Starting with a question, our junior scientists learn to observe, hypothesize, and experiment — developing the scientific mindset that will serve them everywhere.

T

echnology

Through coding, robotics, and cutting-edge tools, students learn to build with technology, not just use it — honing the skills their futures will demand.

E

ngineering

Build a stronger bridge, a better mousetrap. Students are challenged to design solutions to actual problems, then build, test, and tinker until it’s just right.

A

rts

We give students the freedom to explore materials, media, and ideas — because imagination is where the best ideas begin.

M

ath

Through measurement, calculation, and the practical application of mathematical concepts, math moves from abstract to real world.

MAKERSPACE

5 disciplines.
1 intentional space.

Our MakerSpace is where ideas become real. Students design, build, test, and iterate — working through real challenges with real materials and real stakes. It’s loud, creative, and — yes — messy. And it’s where some of the most important learning happens.

Here, there is no single right answer — only the next question to explore.

The 3 skills behind every breakthrough

Creativity

MakerSpace activities push students to explore unexpected approaches, take creative risks, and discover that the most interesting solutions often come from thinking differently.

Critical thinking

In our MakerSpace, even the question gets questioned. Students challenge assumptions, analyze each angle, and make decisions with real consequences.

Problem solving

Things don’t always work the first time — and that’s the point. Students learn to face setbacks with curiosity rather than frustration, developing persistence and resilience.

What our families say

WHERE BRIGHT MINDS GO FURTHER

See what’s cooking in the lab

Fall Open House

📅 Sunday, November 22nd, 2026 ⏰ 7:30 PM
8606 135th St. Queens, NY 11418

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Open to all families. Explore electives, meet educators, and experience ZJAQ in action.

👉 Reserve your spot today — we can’t wait to meet you!