Google has officially launched its AI Campus in Somers Town, Camden, as part of its mission to enhance digital skills and empower the next generation to thrive in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence (AI).
The campus, developed in collaboration with Camden Council and Camden Learning, marks the start of an ambitious two-year pilot programme. It aims to provide local sixth-form students with cutting-edge AI resources and mentorship from experts at Google, Google DeepMind, and other industry leaders.
The programme will immerse students in real-world projects, demonstrating AI’s potential in fields such as healthcare, social sciences, and the arts. By addressing pressing local and global challenges, students will gain hands-on experience in leveraging AI for meaningful impact.
Google’s initiative places a strong emphasis on inclusion, with the inaugural cohort of 32 students reflecting Camden’s diverse post-16 population. Particular focus has been given to underrepresented groups, including those eligible for Free School Meals, ensuring that the benefits of this programme are accessible to all.
From mid-2025, the AI Campus will extend its reach beyond the initial pilot group, offering out-of-school learning opportunities to more students in Camden. These will include digital skills training, AI masterclasses, and foundational education in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
In addition to the Camden-focused programme, Google announced a major funding boost for the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s Experience AI initiative. With over £865,000 ($1 million) in funding, the partnership with Google DeepMind aims to deliver teacher training and expand AI education to an additional 250,000 students across the UK by 2026.
