Innovation Labs inside schools.

An innovation lab inside a school is where students stop consuming information and start creating with it. UPSTYE researches what makes these labs actually work in Indian schools.

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What an innovation lab really is

An innovation lab is not a room of expensive gadgets. It is a structured environment with the right tools, curriculum, teacher support and culture for students to build, test and learn.

When done well, it changes how a school feels.

What makes one succeed

Successful innovation labs share common ingredients — each of which our research explores.

A clear curriculum
Trained teachers
Right-sized tools and kits
Visible student outcomes
Parent and school buy-in
A culture of safe experimentation

What we are researching

UPSTYE research explores modular innovation lab packages that schools can adopt at different scales — from a single shelf of kits to a fully built lab.

Apply to be a pilot school

Schools serious about building innovation labs can apply via the School Innovation Program.

Frequently asked questions

How much space does an innovation lab need?+

Less than people assume. Even a corner of a library can start one.

Do we need full-time lab staff?+

Not always — with the right curriculum, existing teachers can lead.

Are UPSTYE labs available now?+

Research and prototype phases. Pilots first, launches after.

How do we apply?+

Via the School Innovation Program.

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