ATL Sarthi

iExplore Foundation - ATL Sarthi

ATL Sarathi & Adoption Program

"Unlocking Innovation in Every School"

At iExplore Foundation, we believe that innovation should not be a privilege — it should be a right accessible to every child. Through the ATL Adoption Program, we provide holistic support to schools that need assistance in fully utilizing their Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs), helping them become thriving hubs of creativity and STEM learning.

This initiative is part of our i4T – Innovators for Tomorrow mission, and is focused on empowering underserved schools to create a lasting culture of innovation.

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What is the ATL Adoption Program?

The Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs), established under the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) by the Government of India, are designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving in students from Grades 6 to 12. However, many schools — especially in marginalized regions — struggle to unlock the full potential of their ATLs due to a lack of training, mentorship, and structured programming.

That’s where our ATL Adoption Program steps in.We adopt such schools and offer 360° support, including:

    • Curriculum customization
    • Regular mentoring sessions
    • STEM workshops and exhibitions
    • Teacher training
    • Innovation challenges
    • Community engagement

As the official Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) Nodal Agency for Erode and Namakkal districts, iExplore Foundation coordinates and mentors ATL schools across the region.

iExplore - ATL Nodal Agency

As the official Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) Nodal Agency for Erode and Namakkal districts, iExplore Foundation coordinates and mentors ATL schools across the region.

Additionally, our Innovation Coaches personally visit schools in Coimbatore every week to conduct full-day sessions for students of Grades 6 to 9 in the ATL lab.
The sessions cover hands-on learning in:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Electronics and Science Projects
  • Robotics

Through this initiative, students have become increasingly motivated to participate in national and international innovation competitions, showcasing their creativity and problem-solving skills.

To sustain engagement, ATL Clubs are launched in each school, where office bearers are selected and trained to lead innovation activities. These clubs help nurture a culture of collaboration and continuous learning among students.

Case Study

SRP Ammani Ammal Girls Higher Secondary School, Coimbatore

With generous CSR support from Faraday Ozone, we adopted SRP Ammani Ammal Girls Hr. Sec. School, transforming it into a model innovation-driven institution.

Key Interventions:

  • ATL Catalyst Curriculum tailored to the school’s needs
  • Weekly mentoring on design thinking, creativity, and problem-solving
  • Student-led STEM exhibitions and DIY challenges
  • Focused efforts on promoting girl leadership in science and innovation

     

Impact:

  • 500+ girl students actively engaged in STEM learning
  • 10+ working prototypes developed based on SDG challenges
  • Trained teachers leading sessions independently
  • Enhanced student confidence and aspirations in science and tech

     

Why It Matters

  • Empowers schools with underutilized ATL facilities
  • Provides hands-on exposure to AI, IoT, Robotics, and critical thinking
  • Builds confidence in girls and first-generation learners
  • Encourages teacher ownership and long-term sustainability
  • Aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Partner with Us

Be Part of the Change!

Corporate sponsors, NGOs, and institutions can support the ATL Adoption Program through CSR partnerships.
 Together, we can ensure every child gets the tools and mentorship they need to become the innovators of tomorrow.

  • Become a CSR Partner

Inspiring a Movement

The ATL Adoption Program is more than a support mechanism — it’s a movement to ignite innovation in schools, elevate girl education, and transform communities through technology and creativity.

“This partnership with Faraday Ozone is a powerful example of how industry and education can come together to uplift young minds and shape future innovators.” — iExplore Foundation