SketchUp for Schools

Browser-based SketchUp for Primary and Secondary schools signed up with G Suite for Education or Microsoft Education.

SketchUp for Schools
SketchUp for Schools

What is SketchUp for Schools?

SketchUp for Schools is the core SketchUp modeler now available in a web browser for any Primary or Secondary School signed up with G Suite for Education or Microsoft Education.

Integrated with Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive

Works on Chromebooks or any Internet-connected computer

How to Get SketchUp for Schools

Deploying SketchUp for Microsoft users

Follow these step-by-step instructions to deploy SketchUp for Schools in your classroom.

Deploying SketchUp for G Suite users

Follow these step-by-step instructions to deploy SketchUp for Schools in your classroom.

SketchUp for Schools curriculum

Intermediate

Design a Free Little Library

Follow along and create your very own little library — model to scale so that you can build it in your next shop class.

Beginner

Design Your Own Cabin

Create your own custom cabin, ready to go for your next camping trip.

Intro

How to Customize SketchUp for Schools

Make SketchUp for Schools work for you by customizing your modeling template, toolbar, app language and more.

Intermediate

Design Your Own Scale Figure

Use your favorite 3D modeling tool to model yourself in 2D! In this lesson, you’ll create a version of yourself that you can add to all of your future projects.

Intermediate

Design Your Dream Home Part 1: Model a 2D Floor Plan.

Design your dream home! In Part 1 of this series learn how to model a 2D floor plan.

Intermediate

Design Your Dream Home Part 2: Turning 2D Into 3D

In Part 2, let’s turn your 2D floor plan into a 3D home, complete with furniture and decor.

Advanced

Design Your Dream Home Part 3: Prep the Model to Print

In Part 3, you’ll get your home ready to print, and then assemble it in real life!

Beginner

SketchUp Obstacle Course

Learn how to navigate through space and create and move geometry — you’ll be a SketchUp Whiz in no time!

Intermediate

Design Your Own Flag

Break down your favorite things into basic shapes, and then incorporate them into your own personal flag.

Intro

Getting Started with SketchUp for Schools

New to SketchUp for Schools? Get started with all of the need-to-know basics before tackling the SketchUp for Schools tutorials.

Beginner

3D Modeling for Geometry Class

Learn to model basic shapes and calculate their surface area and volume. Then use SketchUp to check your work!

Intermediate

Modeling Your Classroom

Design your ideal classroom in 3D, then get creative and label it in your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd language!

Advanced

Playground Design

Learn how to design a unique playground using components as custom building blocks.

Beginner

3D Modeling for Math Class

Learn how common math principals apply in the real world.

Intermediate

3D Maps in Geography Class

Bring your atlas to life! Model your home country and important local landmarks in 3D.

Advanced

Scene Design in Language Arts

Tell a story in 3D! Learn how to model your next book report using scenes from the Hobbit.

Beginner

Model a Cell for Science Class

Learn how to draw and present your cell wall, membrane, and organelles in 3D!

Intermediate

Set Design for Theater Class

Learn how to model and plan your stage layout using scenes from the Wizard of Oz.

Advanced

Build a Birdhouse for Shop Class

Design-Build 101: design a birdhouse in SketchUp, then take your 3D model and build it in real life.

Intro

SketchUp for Schools 3D Printing Guide

A complete guide to 3D printing in SketchUp for Schools.

Beginner

SketchUp Logo

Model the SketchUp step box logo and learn the basics of how to build a model for 3D printing.

Intermediate

Name Tag

Give your backpack some personality with a custom 3D printed name tag.

Advanced

Custom Castle

Who can 3D print the coolest castle? Build on the basics and take a deep dive into SketchUp to make a castle that’s your very own.

Beginner

Turtle Sandbox

 Build 3D shapes, add colors, and (most importantly) have fun while making your very own Turtle Sandbox.

Intermediate

Pirate Ship Playhouse

Build a playhouse worthy of the schoolyard! Learn about SketchUp's draw tools, materials library, and 3D Warehouse while making your very own Pirate Ship Playhouse.

Advanced

Mike's Malt Shop

Learn the ins-and-outs of modeling in SketchUp for Schools as you build Mike's Malt Shop. You'll be a SketchPert in no time!

Tips & Tricks

Deploying SketchUp for Microsoft users

Follow these step-by-step instructions to deploy SketchUp for Schools in your classroom.



Share 3D Warehouse models

Learn how to create and share projects with your students using the 3D Warehouse.

Deploying SketchUp for G Suite users

Follow these step-by-step instructions to deploy SketchUp for Schools in your classroom.

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