Welcome to Maker Workshops and Maker Camps at YSI Learning Lab!

Immerse yourself in creativity

Our Maker Space Workshops are a hub of innovation where young minds can explore, experiment, and bring their ideas to life. Equipped with state-of-the-art tools, technology, and materials, participants engage in hands-on activities that foster critical skills such as creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.

From designing prototypes to tinkering with electronics and crafting with 3D printing, every workshop session is a journey of discovery. Participants learn to apply theoretical knowledge in practical ways, gaining confidence in their ability to innovate and create solutions to real-world challenges.

Join us at YSI Learning Lab, located at DCU Alpha Innovation Campus in Glasnevin, Dublin 11, for an unforgettable experience in making and collaboration. Our Maker Space Workshops are ideal for schools and young enthusiasts eager to explore the intersection of creativity and technology.

For more information or to reserve your spot, contact us at educate@ysi.ie. Let's inspire the makers of tomorrow today!

What can young people gain from Maker Workshops and Maker Camps? 

At YSI Maker Workshops and Maker Camps, young minds develop crucial skills such as creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and technical proficiency. Through engaging, real-world projects and experimentation with various tools and technologies, participants gain practical experience and confidence in applying theoretical knowledge.

Moreover, these workshops foster innovation and entrepreneurship, nurturing curiosity and empowerment that inspire lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of practical applications.

Stay tuned to our social media channels for updates on upcoming Maker Camps during the midterm break. These camps, co-designed with young individuals, offer participants the opportunity to engage with technologies like Scratch to address social issues and promote well-being.

Current Maker Offerings

Scratch - A Great Green Space Workshop at YSI Learning Lab

This workshop teaches young people how to use creative problem-solving to improve their communities. The workshop will begin by looking at a specific goal called SDG 11. This aims to ensure everyone has access to safe, green, and enjoyable public spaces by 2030.

In this workshop, young people will explore why green spaces are essential for healthy and sustainable communities. They will also examine what is needed to make a space a great green space. Then, they will work together in teams to reimagine a space in their community and use a tool called Scratch to create their vision of the perfect green and recreational spaces for their neighbourhood.  Their ideas will be shared with others on a Scratch community page. 

Through this workshop, young people will learn how to use scratch coding and creative problem-solving, discover their ability to make a positive impact and understand important things like rights, responsibilities, fairness, justice, and equality. They'll also see how they can contribute to achieving SDG 11.

This workshop is delivered at the YSI Learning Lab at DCU Alpha Innovation Campus in Glasnevin, Dublin 11. 

The workshop is in the pilot phase and is currently only available to schools in the Dublin City Area. Spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Workshop capacity is 20 max. Students must be accompanied by their teachers.

*Scratch  is a visual programming language that makes it easy for young people to create their own interactive creations on the web. It helps young people learn to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively.

You can book a Maker Workshop by emailing educate@ysi.ie

Maker Camps at YSI Learning Lab

These camps have been collaboratively designed in partnership with young individuals. During the upcoming midterm break participants will have two three-hour sessions. 

During these sessions, young people can engage with technology tools such as Scratch and explore how technology can be used to address social issues and improve the well-being of people and the planet.

The next Maker Camps are taking place on the following dates:

DATES COMING SOON

Stay tuned to our socials to learn about upcoming Maker Camps at YSI Learning Lab.