What is CaL?

City as Lab is a Project-Based Learning Program for schools across India.

CaL provides a platform for school children to conduct original and authentic inquiry projects about the cities they live in.

CaL is founded with the belief that every student’s voice is important!

Our Vision

To develop engaged citizens by cultivating an inquiry mindset.

Our Mission

To facilitate high-quality, project-based, authentic learning experiences using cities as vibrant learning spaces in order to foster engagement with one’s immediate community.

A Student’s Journey Through CaL

Registration Details

  • Registration is open to all Indian schools, NGOs and educational institutions.
  • Students in grades VI – XI can participate in the program.
  • Minimum number of students per school: 4
  • Schools must nominate mentor-teachers to guide students through their projects. 1 teacher can work with upto 20 students
  • Mentor-teachers must guide students through the specific steps provided by CaL to complete their projects.
  • Milestones must be met as per given deadlines and feedback provided by the CaL team must be incorporated into revisions.
  • ALL DECISIONS BY THE CaL TEAM REGARDING PROJECTS SELECTED FOR THE CONFERENCE ARE FINAL AND NON-NEGOTIABLE.
  • A small registration fee per student is applicable.
    Click HERE to register.

Important Registration Details

  • All students who complete and submit their final projects will receive a DIGITAL Certificate of Completion. Schools may print and distribute these.
  • Certificates of Excellence will ONLY be awarded to students who attend the conference in person and stay the whole day. If selected students cannot attend or leave half-way, they will not receive this certificate.