What is a TinkerSpace ?
A Tinkerspace is a hands-on creative space where you can explore ideas, use tools, and build prototypes. It’s a place for learning by doing, solving challenges, and turning your ideas into reality.
How to Start a Tinkerspace?
You can start a Tinkerspace by purchasing tools and setting it up yourself at school, college or in a dedicated space. If you’d like a ready-made solution, the Young Tinker Foundation provides complete packages to help you establish your own Tinkerspace.
Glimpse
A typical tinker space includes: Hand tools (for carpentry, agriculture, plumbing, electrical, electroics ), Tinkering station (includes 3D Printers, basic electronics fabrication facility), a Resource center (computers), Tool organizers, Power and internet, Softwares, and Other Rapid Prototyping Tools.
What you need to have to start your own Young Tinker Space?
Clear space of minimum 500 sq ft
Speed internet connectivity & good electrical connection
Computer/ Laptop facility with mic and camera
Tinker Tools
How can you create your own Young Tinker Space?
- For starting a Young Tinker Space at your place or organization, you need to first identify a clean space (minimum area of 500 sq. ft.)
- Mail us at [email protected] to get the Request Form for the tinker space
- Fill the Request Form and then submit us via mail or post us at our location
- Once you receive a confirmation from our side, our team will start the set up process
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Naming rights
The funder or institution setting up the Young Tinker Space will receive naming rights and can name it “Young Tinker Space <Name>.”
Frequently Asked Question
For school students, a basic Tinkerspace includes:
- Space: A minimum of 500 sq. ft. for students to collaborate and work comfortably.
- Tools and Equipment:
- 3D printers (one or more, depending on the number of students)
- Electrical stations with soldering tools and multimeters
- Basic hand tools for prototyping and construction
- Computers for coding (can use an existing computer lab)
- Collaborative spaces for teamwork and brainstorming
- Support: Active involvement from school administrators and student leadership to manage the space effectively.
Once you have these essentials, you can create a dynamic and hands-on learning environment!
For college students, an advanced Tinkerspace includes:
- Space: A minimum of 500 sq. ft. for students to collaborate and work comfortably.
- Tools and Equipment:
- 3D printers (one or more, depending on the number of students)
- Electrical stations with soldering tools and multimeters
- Basic hand tools for prototyping and construction
- Computers for coding (can use an existing computer lab)
- Collaborative spaces for teamwork and brainstorming.
- Advanced tools like Laser Cutter, CNC Milling Machine, Vinyl Cutter, Drill Press, Band Saw, Woodworking Tools, Power Tools.
Colleges can start with a basic Tinkerspace and later upgrade to advanced equipment.
The Tinkerspace is managed by the institute’s administration and student leadership.
We prefer offline training. Online training is offered only in special cases.
No, we don’t provide trainers. However, we offer training for trainers to help you get started.
If you’d like a ready-made solution, we offer complete packages to help you establish your own Tinkerspace. Please email us at [email protected] with the subject line “Request to Start a Young Tinkerspace,” including details about your school, available space, and budget.
Identify a space of at least 500 sq. ft., gather the necessary tools and equipment, and build your Tinkerspace.
Share information about Young Tinker Space (YTS) with your school administration. Find a space of at least 500 sq. ft., gather the required tools and equipment, and build your Tinkerspace!
Existing Tinkerspaces, Makerspaces, ATLs, Fablabs, and STEM Labs are eligible for accreditation.
To apply for accreditation, please email us at [email protected] with the details of your institute, number of students, and the purpose of the Tinkerspace.
Accreditation is free of charge. However, we provide physical badges and certifications at a minimal cost.
Yes, CSR can be directed to schools selected by your company or organization. We are a registered 501(c)(3) organization in the USA and hold the necessary certifications in India, including 12A, 80G, FCRA, and CSR certificates. Companies can allocate CSR funds for projects by the Young Tinker Foundation.