BLANK Canvas Academy students proudly showing their 3D printed and hand-painted figures in a Dublin classroom
3D Printing After-School Programme · Dublin, Ireland · Garda Vetted Instructors

FILL
THE
BLANK.

BLANK Canvas Academy is a 3D printing after-school programme for primary and secondary school pupils across Dublin. Our Garda vetted instructors bring all equipment, materials, and curriculum directly to your school — pupils design, print, and create their own original characters and objects from scratch.

STEM
Meets Art
100%
Hands-On
Creative Possibilities
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About BLANK Canvas Academy

WE MAKE
MAKERS.

BLANK Canvas Academy is a 3D printing after-school programme for primary and secondary school pupils across Dublin. All of our instructors are fully Garda vetted and experienced in working with children. We bring all equipment, materials, and curriculum directly to your school — there is nothing for teachers or parents to set up or manage.

Every session starts the same way — with a blank canvas and an idea. Students leave with something they designed, printed, and can call their own.

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01
School-Based Delivery
We come to you. Our team arrives with equipment, curriculum, and expertise — zero setup required from your school.
02
Curriculum Aligned
Programmes connect to STEM, art, and design objectives, making it simple for teachers to integrate.
03
Real Creative Output
Students don't just learn about 3D printing — they design, iterate, and take home something genuinely made.
04
Every Age, Every Level
Programmes designed for primary through secondary, with age-appropriate content at every stage.
The Evidence

WHY 3D PRINTING
IN SCHOOLS
MATTERS.

The research is clear. Students who engage regularly with 3D printing and maker education develop stronger spatial reasoning, design thinking, and creative confidence — and are significantly more likely to pursue STEM careers.

The global 3D printing in education market is growing at 13% per year. The schools that adopt it now are the ones that prepare their students for the world they'll actually work in.

13%
Annual market growth in 3D printing education globally
Spatial reasoning, creativity and design thinking — proven across multiple peer-reviewed studies
Primary &
Secondary Schools
Fastest-growing adoption segment worldwide
Hand-painted 3D printed figure from BLANK Canvas Academy
"3D printing functions as a cognitive mediator — enabling students to embody abstract concepts through physical making."
American Journal of STEM Education, 2025

Expanding to 10 schools in 2026–2027.

BLANK Canvas is opening a limited number of after-school programme spaces for the 2026–2027 academic year across primary and secondary schools in Dublin. Our Garda vetted instructors combine 3D printing, character design, and hands-on making to give pupils a creative experience they genuinely enjoy. School places are limited and expected to fill quickly.

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BLANK Canvas Academy

AFTER-SCHOOL
3D PRINTING
PROGRAMME.

Designed specifically for primary and secondary school pupils — our Garda vetted instructors bring all equipment, materials, and curriculum directly to your school. Pupils design original characters, learn 3D printing, and leave with something they are genuinely proud of.

Garda Vetted Instructors
All instructors are fully vetted and experienced in working with children
Everything Provided
Equipment, materials, and curriculum — nothing for the school to source or manage
Fits Any After-School Timetable
Flexible scheduling to suit your school, PTA, or after-school provider
Primary & Secondary Schools
Three programme levels — 4th Class through to 6th Year
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3D Printing & Design Academy

PROGRAMME
PATHWAYS

Our programme is designed as a creative journey. Children typically begin with Core, and can then progress into Build, and Studio for more advanced pathways. In some cases, children with a strong interest in digital design may enter Studio directly.

Core Programme
3D printed character figure held in hand
PRINT STARTERS
Create · Make · Explore
An introduction to character design, 3D printing, and creative making. This programme builds the essential foundations of drawing, design thinking, and 3D creation. Students learn how to develop ideas from sketches into finished printed models.
Character drawing & design foundations
Creative thinking & idea development
Introduction to 3D modelling
3D printing process & techniques
Painting & finishing physical models
€190 per pupil · all materials included
Build Programme
Student drawing with coloured pens
CHARACTER &
WORLD BUILDERS
Imagine · Develop · Create
A progression from the Core programme, focusing on deeper creative development. Students expand their character design skills and begin building connected worlds, stories, and creative universes. The emphasis is on imagination, narrative, and developing original creative ideas.
Requires completion of Core (recommended pathway)
Advanced character development
Storytelling & world-building
Drawing technique refinement
Creative concept expansion
Continued 3D printing of original designs
€190 per pupil · all materials included
Studio Programme
3D digital character model on Lila background
DIGITAL DESIGN
STUDIO
Model · Design · Innovate
A technical design pathway focused on digital creation tools and 3D modelling. Students learn how to create and manipulate digital models using industry-inspired software, developing real-world digital design skills.
Can be taken after Core OR as direct entry (interest-based)
Digital 3D modelling software
Technical character creation
Design workflow & preparation for print
Intro to animation-style thinking & digital production
€190 per pupil · all materials included
The Process

HOW IT
WORKS.

01
We Connect
Free discovery call to understand your school's needs, year groups, and learning goals.
02
We Design
We tailor a programme to your curriculum, timetable, and budget. You approve before we begin.
03
We Arrive
Our team brings everything — printers, materials, curriculum. Zero burden on your staff.
04
They Make
Students design, iterate, and print. They leave with skills and something real they built themselves.
Student Creative Journey

FROM SKETCH
TO REALITY.

Every pupil's creation travels through four stages — from a pencil sketch to a hand-painted 3D printed figure they take home. See a real student's journey in full.

Original pencil sketch — Top Hat Cat — BLANK Canvas Academy student
✓ Sketch
Stage 01 — The Original Sketch
✓ Printed
Stage 03 — The 3D Print
See the full creative journey  → Sketch · 3D Model · Print · Painted Final
What Parents Are Saying

HEARD FROM
THE CLASSROOM.

"Our child couldn't wait for Wednesdays when the 3D printing class was on. He discovered that he really liked drawing and working towards the end goal. It's a great class and not just another after-school activity."
Parent
D7 Educate Together National School
"My child loved learning about the process and then having the opportunity to bring an idea to life. Perfect for a kid who loves the whole creative process. It was the highlight of her week!"
Parent
D7 Educate Together National School
"No hesitation recommending the teacher and the class. My son loved it and it has inspired a new interest in drawing and art."
Parent
D7 Educate Together National School
What Pupils Told Us
"I liked seeing my drawing turn into a real model."
"I didn't know I was good at drawing until this class."
"My favourite part was designing my own character."
"It was cool seeing the 3D printer make something I designed."
"I want to make more things with a 3D printer."
BRING THE
CANVAS TO
YOUR SCHOOL.
Active in 3 schools · Dublin, Ireland
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LET'S
MAKE
SOMETHING.

Location
Dublin, Ireland
General
hello@blankcanvas.ie
Schools
schools@blankcanvas.ie
Instagram
@blankcanvasacademy

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