Looking for a creative way to support your child’s learning? Join us for a practical 2-hour makerspace session for home-school families, designed for children aged 8–12 and their parents or guardians.

This intergenerational program centres on digital fabrication skills like 3D printing and laser cutting, as well as offering access to robotics, electronics and hands-on making projects.

Each session offers a guided activity designed to spark curiosity and build foundational 3D design skills. Children will learn how to create 3D designs using Tinkercad, a free, beginner-friendly software platform that you can access from home.

We alternate our monthly homeschool sessions between laser cutting and 3D printing projects, giving participants a chance to explore both. Whether you're starting from scratch or working on your own project idea, our experienced facilitators are here to guide and support you. We also encourage peer learning, creativity and exploration using our shared maker resources.

What you’ll have access to:

• Tools and resources: 3D printers, laser cutter, electronics components, craft supplies and STEM kits – all materials provided
• Devices: high-powered laptops and iPads
• Robotics and electronics kits: Makey Makey, Ozobot, Sphero, Edison, Little Bits
• 3D prints limited to 30 minutes per student
• Laser cut projects limited to materials 10cm x 10cm

Details:

• Cost: $10 for each child (accompanying adults are free)
• Bookings and class size: maximum 15 children – bookings essential
• Suitable for: children 8 to 12 years and their parents or guardians
• Experience level: no prior making experience required

What to bring:

Each participant will need to bring a USB to save their own work.

More information: 

We think carefully about the suggested age range for our activities and this workshop is only appropriate for children over the age of 8 years. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay in the makerspace to engage with the activity alongside their child. Parents and guardians not staying in the makerspace are required to stay in the library during the session.

Bookings can be cancelled up to 7 days before the date of the workshop. Cancellations made within 7 days of the course starting will not be refunded. See terms and conditions.

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What you’ll learn: Core digital fabrication skills: 3D design, 3D printing, graphic design, laser cutting How to use open-source software like Tinkercad for simple design projects A range of maker activities including electronics, physical computing and hands-on creativity How to use Makerspace tools and equipment with support from experienced facilitators