Istanbul Aydın University Child Education Application and Research Center (Children’s University) was established in 2013 to help children encounter the university environment, scientific thinking, art, technology and different disciplines from an early age. The Center conducts enriched education programs, workshops, projects and activities primarily for children aged 5–12, as well as for children of different ages and with diverse needs.

Curiosity, research, inquiry, learning by doing and experiencing, creativity and problem solving are central to the Center’s educational approach. Programs are developed with contributions from the University’s academic units and field experts, taking into account children’s age, developmental characteristics, interests and individual differences.

The Children’s University is not limited to activities for children. It also provides training, seminars and professional development activities for families and educators, with the aim of strengthening cooperation among schools, families and the university in supporting children’s development.

Through scientific, artistic and cultural activities, the Center aims to sustain children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, help them discover their interests and talents, support scientific and critical thinking skills, and enable them to experience the university as an accessible learning environment from an early age.

Through collaboration with different academic units of the University and national and international stakeholders, the Children’s University seeks to expand children’s access to high-quality out-of-school learning experiences and contribute to the development of a culture of science in society.