Bringing the STEM curriculum to life through real-world engineering and technology

Neon helps primary and secondary teachers introduce their students to future STEM careers, raise their aspirations and explore the excitement of engineering and technology through brilliant activities, inspiring case studies and supportive resources.

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STEM activities for all students

STEM careers are growing faster than any other and it's never too early to engage and excite children of all ages in engineering and technology concepts and roles through STEM activities. It will help them ask questions, think through problems, collaborate with others and ignite a passion for a career in engineering and technology!

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Under the spotlight

We've brought together these featured experiences and resources to inspire you.

Challenging perceptions

Through featuring female role models, or addressing the topic of diversity in engineering and technology head-on, this collection of resources will encourage girls to pursue their love of STEM at school and beyond.

Boost your students' sense of achievement

Setting clear, tangible goals and devising a robust route to achieving them is a major life skill that will help young people curb feelings of helplessness. Explore this collection of experiences, careers resources, and case studies that do just that.

Green careers in engineering and technology

Could your students find future energy solutions? Can robots save the environment? This collection is for you to inspire your students to solve grand challenges through the marvels of engineering and technology.

Brilliant experiences

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Primary

Competition

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge

A robotics-based STEM competition that develops 21st century workplace skills.

Ages 9 to 11
In-school
Flexible project work
Cost applies Bursaries available

Secondary

Workshop

Sphero Coding and Pathways to University

Students learn how to code Sphero robots whilst learning about engineering and pathways to higher education in a super engaging way!

Ages 11 to 18+
In-school
1 to 2 hours
Cost applies

Secondary

Workshop

Skills Miner Vertical Farming - Education with Minecraft

Interactive and educational Minecraft game to play in the classroom where students will discover their inner vertical farmer and see how their ideas can make a difference to the future of food.