The Young Explorers Enrichment Center’s purpose is to provide quality care and unique enrichment experiences to develop the whole child.
05/29/2026
2026 Smitty & Friends Literacy Boot Camp The Smitty and Friends Literacy Boot Camp is an innovative, high‑energy summer program designed for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. This collaborative initiative...
Before they lead, they play! 🌲☀️
Our amazing YEEC summer camp staff spent their training day stepping into the campers’ shoes—practicing and experiencing all the awesome activities they’ll be guiding this year.
Proper training is the secret sauce to a summer that’s safe, enriching, and undeniably fun. We’re locked in, leveled up, and counting down the days! 🎒✨
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3-Days of Summer Camp Staff Training!
05/28/2026
Summer camp shouldn't be a luxury. ☀️ Yet for many working-class families, affordability is the biggest barrier to summer care—resulting in children from high-income families being 3X more likely to enroll in a summer program.
At Young Explorers, we’re bridging that gap. We believe every child deserves an enriching summer, which is why we provide high-quality, truly affordable summer programs designed for working families. 🎒✨
Give your child a summer of discovery without breaking the bank.
👉 Learn more and secure your spot today: www.youngexplorerscenter.com
Our bus and Mr D are prepped and ready for summer camp 2026!
05/21/2026
Register for SUMMER CAMP www.youngexplorerscenter.com
School is almost out – what do NC parents want for their child’s summer programs?
1. A safe environment.
2 Knowledgeable and caring staff.
3. Opportunities for their kids to interact with peers and build social skills.
4. Time for fun and educational activities (and less screen time)
5 Opportunities to build confidence
05/10/2026
Congratulations to the Young Explorers who were recently inducted into the National Junior Honors Society.
05/01/2026
We’re standing in solidarity with NC educators rallying in Raleigh today! ❤️
Strong, well-supported teachers are the backbone of our community and the key to our children's success. Let’s advocate for the future of education together! 🍎✨
04/25/2026
Let’s welcome back Ms. McKenzy to Summer Camp 2026!!!! This is her 2nd year as a camp counselor and she ready for the fun.
Summer is almost here and our camp counselors are gearing up! Say “Hello!” to our newest camp counselors.