Shaping Minds. Making Connections. Building Careers.
Welcome to INNOVATE Albion!
Programs & Offerings
From Kindergarten to pre-college bound, explore a wide range of hands-on learning opportunities designed to engage students and ignite their love for S.T.E.M. Experience isn’t always required, but enthusiasm is!
K-5 (AGE 5-10)
Elementary
Our elementary STEM programs take big ideas like coding, engineering, robotics, and problem-solving and place them into the small but curious hands of kids to understand, experience and enjoy.
6-8 (AGE 11-13)
Middle School
Kids are constantly making connections with technology — the trick is to add an educational element to help them build with it, compete with it, code it, and create something that connects directly to the world around them.
9-12 (AGE 14-18)
High School
Learning now involves solving complex problems, and collaborating with others who think differently. We give students the confidence to translate learned abilities into college and careers.
It’s Not Just Robotics. It’s Realizing Dreams.
INNOVATE Albion connects Southwest Michigan’s K–12 students with hands-on STEM experiences, mentorship, and real pathways into engineering and advanced manufacturing careers.
From afterschool programs to applicable internships through the educational process, we help create the synapse that connects what employers seek and sparks what students are learning.
A Place Where Kids Don’t Act Like Robots. They Build Them.
There is something always happening at INNOVATE Albion, a premier teaching and training center for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), and robotics in Southwest Michigan.
It’s a positive experience where learning isn’t a chore, it’s an eagerly anticipated challenge, infusing students with a variety of skills that they can use for the rest of their life.
With us kids will...
Learn Critical Thinking
Practice Social Skills
Problem Solve
Words from the parents
“INNOVATE Albion makes learning feel exciting. My child came home talking about what they built, what they learned, and what they wanted to try next.”
- Patricia M.
“The hands-on approach really clicked. Instead of just hearing about coding and engineering, My kids got to create, test, solve problems, and work together.”
— Beth R.
“It’s amazing to see kids turn an idea into something real—whether it’s a robot, an app, or a coding project. They’re learning valuable skills and having fun at the same time.”
— John P.
Things you may want to know
Explore our most frequently asked questions about care, routines, and learning at Sunberry.
What Age Groups Do You Accept?
INNOVATE Albion is focused on providing valuable hands-on learning experiences for students ages 5 to 18. We have a variety of afterschool programs, summer camps and robotics teams tailored to specific age groups.
Do You Offer Financial Assistance?
We strive to ensure that all families can access our classes regardless of financial means. If your family currently receives SNAP Benefits or WIC or has other financial hardships, please contact Caroline Hurteau at info@innovatealbion.org before registering to learn more about our scholarship program.
How Does INNOVATE Albion Support Early Learning?
Our area schools are filled with students eager to put their learning into action and begin working. Starting in kindergarten and continuing through high school, INNOVATE Albion promotes mentorship, hands-on learning, and internship opportunities to build a sustainable pipeline of skilled talent for manufacturing facilities throughout the region.
How Accessible is INNOVATE Albion for Someone with a Disability?
Innovate Albion's historic headquarters is fully accessible with a new ADA-compliant elevator. It is part of our commitment to providing equal opportunities for all children to explore and excel in STEM fields.