MindSpark Brings Interactive STEM Learning to Parañaque

MindSpark, the Philippines’ largest science museum, has opened at Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Parañaque City. This marks a significant step in the country’s efforts to enhance science and technology education.

A Hub for Innovation and Discovery

Developed by the Philippine Amusement and Entertainment Corporation, the museum aims to enhance science accessibility for all ages. Organizers hope this will foster future scientists, bridge educational gaps in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and bring the Philippines up to regional and global standards.

What’s Inside?

The 9,000-square-meter facility offers over 100 interactive exhibits and 30 themed learning zones. These zones cover a wide range of subjects, from AI-powered robotics to large-scale anatomy models and hospital laboratory simulations. 

MindSpark also complements classroom learning by providing guided tours and STEM-focused programs specifically designed for schools and organizations across the nation.

Young Minds, Broad Future

Speaking at the August 12 launch, Education Secretary Sonny Angara hailed the museum as a “playground for the mind,” emphasizing its role in elevating the quality of STEM education nationwide. 

He also underscored the importance of investing in young minds for national development, asserting that global competitiveness hinges on nurturing a generation of innovators, engineers, and scientists.

Bolstering Philippine Education

Angara then highlighted the significance of facilities like MindSpark, emphasizing their role in supporting the Department of Education (DepEd)’s comprehensive reforms to enhance STEM education. 

He pointed to Eisen Gabriel Francisco, a high school student who developed an eco-friendly solution to combat the coco-lisap pest in Basilan and safeguard farmers’ livelihoods. Angara asserted that such initiatives demonstrate the capacity of Filipino youth to devise practical solutions when provided with adequate opportunities and resources.

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MindSpark is now open to the public, with tickets available for individuals, schools, and organizations. More than a tourist attraction, Angara said, the museum is a symbol of how the Philippines can build a culture of innovation—one student at a time.