A two phase cross-curricular project for Primary schools supported by National Grid.
Exploring Wales’s engineering past to solve today’s challenges and design tomorrow’s solutions.
We are initially looking to engage with 10 primary schools in South Wales in the Summer term 2026 before launching the full programme from September.
It's a 2-phase project
Phase 1 - A teacher led research and design project that offers a range of cross curricular options. Flexible enough to adapt to a schools curriculum themes and objectives but guided and supported by EESW example resources.
Pupils develop research and enquiry skills as they explore engineering from Wales’s past and investigate whether similar challenges exist today. They strengthen critical thinking by comparing contexts and evaluating what has changed, while applying creativity and design thinking to develop modern solutions.
Phase 2 - An EESW led in-school coding workshop. Pupils will learn how to control the movement of small robots using block coding.
Pupils develop a rich mix of technical, cognitive and interpersonal skills when programming their robot.
They build computational thinking by breaking the route into logical steps, refining instructions, and understanding how code translates into real-world movement. As they tweak measurements, angles and speed, they apply mathematical reasoning and problem-solving, learning to test, evaluate and improve through trial and error.
The iterative nature of adjusting code fosters resilience and perseverance, as pupils learn that mistakes are part of the process. Planning the robot’s route strengthens spatial awareness and strategic thinking, while working in a small team encourages communication, collaboration and shared decision-making.
Altogether, the project blends creativity with precision, celebrating Welsh culture and identity while helping children think like engineers—curious, methodical, solution-focused and socially responsible.
Assemble models, plan routes and learn to code and control a robot using block coding
Complete the following form for access to the Teacher Guide and Research Examples - Available in English or Welsh