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Why Local Authorities and MATs Are Investing in 3D Printing Education

3D Printing: A Strategic Investment in Digital Skills

For Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) and local authorities, improving digital literacy is a top priority.
3D printing is a powerful tool that supports:

  1. Government digital strategy
  2. STEM and STEAM objectives
  3. Equal access to modern technology
  4. Skills development across entire regions

This is why councils and MATs increasingly adopt 3D printing across multiple schools.


How 3D Printing Supports Council & MAT Goals

✔ Curriculum Enhancement

Supports Design & Technology, Computing, Science, and Art.

✔ Scalable STEM Delivery

Suitable for single schools or entire trusts.

✔ Ofsted-Friendly Learning

Promotes creativity, problem-solving, and engagement, key Ofsted markers.

✔ Value for Money

High learning impact, low operating cost.

✔ Improved Educational Equity

3D printing gives all learners access to high-quality digital tools.

Why MAT Leaders Choose 3D Printing Academy

Our offer is designed specifically for trust-wide and council-wide integration:

  1. Comprehensive equipment setup
  2. Teacher training available
  3. DBS-checked instructors
  4. Standardised curriculum resources
  5. Consistent delivery across multiple sites
  6. Procurement-ready documentation

A Modern Learning Strategy for the Next Generation

3D printing prepares young people for careers in engineering, healthcare, product design, robotics, and digital manufacturing.

Local leaders investing now are shaping stronger, digitally skilled communities for the future.

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