- WHAT IS IT
ONE LAB.
UNLIMITED
POTENTIAL.
A K-12 Makerspace is your school's innovation engine. From toy catapults to robots, paper circuits to drones, a keychain to a smart home automation device — the potential is truly unlimited.
Equipped with 21st-century cutting-edge technology and powered by Protocademy, our year-long prototyping STEAM programme, it transforms students into the innovators of tomorrow.
Give them a chance to create real solutions for real-world problems using technology.
The kind of portfolio that stands out in college applications.
- THE ARSENAL
CUTTING-EDGE
EQUIPMENT
Everything your students need to turn any idea into a physical reality — under one roof.
3D Printers
FDM & resin printing for rapid prototyping and detailed models
3D Scanners
Capture real-world objects and bring them into the digital design space
LASER Cutters
Precision cutting and engraving on wood, acrylic, fabric, and more
Vacuum Forming
Thermoform plastic sheets into custom enclosures and product shells
Vinyl Cutters
Create decals, stickers, and custom graphics with professional results
PCB Milling
Design and fabricate custom circuit boards from scratch in the lab
Woodworking
Full woodworking stations for structural builds and creative construction
Electronics Workstations
Soldering, oscilloscopes, multimeters for hands-on electronics learning
Benefits of Having a Tinkering Lab
- THE CURRICULUM
PROTOCADEMY
CURRICULUM
A year-long prototyping STEAM programme for classes 3 and above, designed to make the innovators of tomorrow. Students don't just learn — they build, test, iterate, and present.
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IB & IGCSE Integrated
Seamlessly aligned with PYP, MYP, DP, and IGCSE frameworks including Design Thinking and Design Technology.
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Real Portfolio Building
Students build genuine portfolios documenting their design process — the kind that stands out in college applications worldwide.
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Competition Support
On-site mentors and dedicated support for national and international competitions including robotics, innovation challenges and more.
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MIT FabLab Recognition
Part of the prestigious global MIT FabLab network, giving students world-class recognition and access to an international community.
- TURNKEY SOLUTION
FROM ZERO TO LAUNCH
A complete end-to-end solution.
You focus on education — we handle everything else.
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Planning & Design
Procurement
Installation
Training
Curriculum & Mentor
Inauguration
Space assessment, custom lab layout design, and equipment selection tailored to your school.
Sourcing and procurement of all equipment, tools, consumables, and furniture.
Full installation of all equipment, networking, electrical, and safety systems.
Comprehensive training for teachers and staff on equipment and curriculum delivery.
Onboarding of on-site mentor, Protocademy curriculum setup, and competition registration.
Your Makerspace is live! Ongoing maintenance, service, and support from day one.
“The Makerspace at KIS Pune has transformed our classrooms into innovation hubs where students learn by doing. It has significantly boosted their creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills.”
Ms. Pradnya Gokhle
Academic Dean, KIS Pune