Atal Tinkering Lab(ATL)

Atal Tinkering Lab(ATL)

The Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) at Cambridge School, Noida, inaugurated on 24th August 2020 by Dr. Narendra Arya, Director, DRDO, is one of the school’s proudest highlights. Established under the vision of the Government of India and the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), the lab is equipped with cutting-edge resources like 3D printers, robotics kits, IoT tools, fabrication and soldering stations, and smart agriculture kits. It provides a platform where students learn to innovate, tinker, and design solutions that prepare them to become future-ready problem solvers.

ATL is not just a lab-it is a launchpad for imagination and innovation. It brings together students from diverse academic backgrounds, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and curiosity-driven exploration. With each project and achievement, Cambridge School, Noida’s Atal Tinkering Lab continues to ignite young minds, making it a true cornerstone of our school’s commitment to nurturing creators, innovators, and leaders of tomorrow.

VISIT TO ATL BY GOOGLE DELEGATES

The school had the privilege of hosting a distinguished delegation from Google on 30 April 2026 as part of an initiative to strengthen collaboration between Google DeepMind and the Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog. The visiting delegation included Rajesh Ranjan, Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy; Satwik Mishra, AI Lead; Avneet Singh, Program Manager; Agata Dodznik, Lead UX Designer; and Shubham Gupta from Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog.

During the visit, the delegation toured the school’s Atal Tinkering Lab and interacted closely with students, who showcased their innovative projects and prototypes. Meaningful discussions were held regarding the functioning of the ATL, experiential learning practices, and the challenges involved in implementing innovation-driven education. The delegates appreciated the creativity, enthusiasm, and problem-solving skills demonstrated by the students, encouraging them to continue exploring new ideas and innovative solutions.

ATL COMMUNITY DAY

The school successfully organised the ATL Community Day Celebration at its Atal Tinkering Lab on 16 April 2026 with the objective of promoting innovation, collaboration, and experiential learning among students. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from six schools and aimed to extend the benefits of ATL facilities to non-ATL schools and the wider community.

The programme was graced by Mr Hrishikesh, Consultant, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), whose presence inspired both students and educators. Participants actively engaged in a variety of hands-on activities, including drone demonstrations, STEM innovation modules, collaborative problem-solving challenges, and the ‘Glowing Idea Bulb’ activity. Conducted under the guidance of skilled mentors, the activities encouraged creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking, making the event highly engaging and impactful for all participants.

ATL Community Day

INNOV8 - A FUSION OF SUSTAINABILITY-BASED INNOVATION AND ROBO RACING

The intraschool competition Innov8 – A Fusion of Sustainability-Based Innovation & Robo Racing was organised on 5 February 2026 at the Atal Tinkering Lab to promote STEM-based learning and innovation among students.

A total of 13 teams from Grades VII–IX participated in the final round under two themes—Sustainability-Based Innovation and Robo Racing Car. Each team presented and demonstrated its model, showcasing creative ideas focused on sustainability, efficient resource use, and robotics.

The event was judged by Subrat Mishra, a STEM education professional from StemRobo, along with the Vice Principal. The competition proved to be an enriching experience that encouraged creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning among students.

ATL Community Day 2026

Students and teachers participating in ATL Community Day 2026 at Cambridge School Noida

Cambridge School, Noida hosted an inspiring Community Day at our Atal Tinkering Lab on 16th April, 2026, bringing together young innovators from 6 schools.

We were honoured by the presence of Mr. Hrishikesh, Consultant, AIM.
From exciting hands-on STEM activities to an engaging Drone session, students explored, created, and learned with great enthusiasm.

A day filled with innovation, teamwork, and out-of-the-box thinking!

ATL Event - NITI Aayog

ATL Event - NITI Aayog
ATL Event - NITI Aayog
ATL Event - NITI Aayog
ATL Event - NITI Aayog
ATL Event - NITI Aayog

ATL Community Day

ATL Community Day
ATL Community Day
ATL Community Day
ATL Community Day
ATL Community Day
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