Picture LEGO® in your head - you’re probably imagining a pile of colourful bricks just waiting to be turned into awesome creations, right? Sure, LEGO might bring to mind towering buildings and wild vehicles, but LEGO® Education is about so much more than that!
Building on decades of innovation, LEGO Education has revamped its story to focus on empowering educators and students through hands-on, playful learning experiences that spark curiosity and develop essential skills for the future.
It's a fun, research-backed learning platform that gives educators and parents the tools they need to inspire creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving through hands-on learning.
Curious yet? Well, buckle up, because we’re about to explore the exciting world of LEGO Education!
LEGO Education's story: From classroom experiment to global learning leader
LEGO Education’s journey starts way back in the early 1980s, when creative teachers discovered the magic of LEGO bricks in the classroom. By experimenting with these colourful little blocks, they quickly realised their potential to bring maths and science lessons to life.
For instance, students used LEGO bricks to build models that turned maths concepts like shapes, symmetry and measurements into something they could physically explore. The tremendous success of these early experiments ignited the foundation for what would become LEGO Education’s global impact in classrooms worldwide.
From innovation to classroom integration
After LEGO Education’s humble beginnings, it quickly grew into a leader in educational innovation. Now, nearly 50 years later, LEGO has evolved far beyond just playful bricks to become a tool for building critical 21st-century skills like collaboration, problem solving and communication.
Building on its strong foundation, LEGO Education now offers easy-to-follow lesson plans that fit perfectly with national and international curricula. These plans cover everything from science and technology to arts and maths (STEAM), making sure students of all ages can get in on LEGO’s fun educational benefits.
The Next Chapter of LEGO Education: LEGO® Education Science!
LEGO Education has never stopped pushing the boundaries of how students learn, and we’ve got big news, LEGO fans! Mark your calendars, because on August 1, 2025, this evolution is about to get a whole lot more exciting as LEGO Education gets ready to make science lessons way more engaging and fun with the launch of three LEGO® Education Science sets for grades 1 to 10.
These aren't your average science kits! LEGO Education Science is packed with tools designed to grow with students, from little learners exploring energy and motion to older students exploring ecosystems, magnetism, and even more advanced experiments.
But wait, there’s more! LEGO Education has thought of everything. Teachers get free access to the Teacher Portal, a hub packed with over 120 ready-made, curriculum-aligned lessons, student presentations, and step-by-step prep materials. It’s like having a teaching assistant who’s always ready to help (and who never needs coffee breaks!).
Don’t worry, we’re not going to leave you with this short teaser. Stick around - we’ll show you how LEGO Education Science can turn your classroom into a science lab like no other later in this blog!
Why LEGO Education shines in the classroom
LEGO Education is transforming the way we approach learning. Here’s why educators and parents can’t get enough of it:
- Captivating engagement: LEGO instantly grabs students’ attention and keeps them excited to learn, turning lessons into hands-on adventures.
- Endless possibilities: Whether it's coding, robotics, physics, or even storytelling, LEGO brings endless possibilities for mixing and matching subjects in creative ways.
- Skill development: LEGO helps kids flex their brains, developing critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, and communication - essential skills that will take them far in life.
- Tailored for all learners: LEGO Education works for everyone, from young beginners to more advanced learners, making it a flexible tool in any classroom setting.
From toddlers to teens: Learning tailored for every stage
LEGO Education makes learning exciting for kids of all ages. From early learners just starting to explore the world, to older students tackling more complex concepts, LEGO offers fun learning tools tailored to all stages of growth.
Early learning
For preschoolers, LEGO Education introduces early learning concepts through fun, interactive play. With sets like the LEGO® DUPLO® Creative Brick Set, children can explore key skills such as motor development, basic maths, and social-emotional learning.
For example, children can use LEGO® DUPLO® bricks to build towers or sort blocks by colour and size, which strengthens fine motor skills and introduces basic maths concepts like counting and patterns.
Primary school
Primary students can delve into key subjects like science and maths with engaging kits such as LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential. These kits include intuitive tools like motors and sensors to create interactive projects that challenge students to think critically and solve problems.
For example, primary school students can use motors and sensors to build robots or mechanical arms. This challenges them to solve problems, like controlling movement or guiding the robot along a path, requiring a mix of scientific understanding and creative thinking to bring their ideas to life.
Building on this, the LEGO Education Science 5+ and LEGO Education Science 8+ add even more excitement to science lessons. The 5+ set, for example, helps younger learners explore foundational concepts through exciting, hands-on projects like building a windmill to learn about air movement or crafting a boat to investigate buoyancy.
Meanwhile, the 8+ set encourages older students to take on advanced topics, such as constructing a catapult to study forces or designing food chain models to understand ecosystems (just picture the excited chatter and buzz in the classroom!). Both these kits align with national curricula as well, offering ready-to-use lesson plans that make science an adventurous and hands-on journey.
Secondary school
For older students, advanced kits like LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime open up exciting opportunities in robotics, coding, and engineering.
These tools encourage critical thinking, problem-solving and hands-on learning. For example, students might design and program a robotic arm to sort objects by colour, applying engineering principles, coding logic, and real-world problem-solving skills.
Plus, with the LEGO Education Science 11+ set, older students can roll up their sleeves and take their science skills to a whole new level. They’ll get hands-on with the kit’s tools to measure forces by building and testing machines, explore motion by constructing moving models, and investigate energy transfer through creative projects like designing wind turbines.
These sets turn abstract concepts into tangible, exciting experiences, helping students grasp advanced science while sharpening essential STEAM skills. With LEGO Education Science sets, complex science topics suddenly aren’t so intimidating - instead, they become exciting, approachable, and a whole lot of fun!
Hold tight - these thrilling science kits are launching soon! Stay tuned for a wave of fun and discovery-packed lessons.
The educational reach of LEGO Education
LEGO Education is an incredibly valuable resource that teachers in all kinds of subjects can bring into their classrooms to make lessons more exciting and hands-on for students.
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Science: Explore big scientific ideas like energy, motion and ecosystems by building hands-on models that make complex concepts easier to understand. For example, students can construct working models to explore how forces affect motion, simulate energy flow in ecosystems, or visualise the impact of environmental changes.
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Digital technology: Dive into coding and robotics with user-friendly platforms and advanced challenges to help students grasp digital technology concepts. For instance, younger students might program simple robots to respond to sensors, while older students might take on more advanced challenges like creating robots.
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Design technology/engineering: LEGO Education lets students tap into their creativity by building real-world solutions. With kits featuring gears, motors, and other components, students can create everything from simple machines to more advanced projects. It’s a fun way for students to test their ideas and make improvements - just like engineers and designers.
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Maths: Students can build models to explore shapes, calculate angles, or measure dimensions using LEGO pieces. This approach helps them see maths in action, making it more relatable and engaging.
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STEAM: LEGO Education helps integrate STEAM by letting students build models that showcase scientific ideas, program robots, explore design, and apply maths to real-world problems. This hands-on approach connects different subjects, helping students see how they all work together in everyday life.
LEGO and their commitment to education
LEGO is all-in when it comes to education, constantly investing in new initiatives to support learning.
1. Research findings: How LEGO Education boosts learning
Research has shown that hands-on learning with LEGO not only makes lessons more fun, but also helps students stay engaged and retain information better. This approach has been proven to enhance problem-solving skills, encourage teamwork, and improve overall academic performance. It's clear that when kids get to play and learn at the same time, they thrive - and the results speak for themselves!
2. The LEGO philosophy
At the heart of LEGO Education lies the belief that learning should be playful, creative, and packed with meaning. This philosophy shapes their mission to create engaging educational experiences that encourage curiosity and problem-solving.
By focusing on hands-on, interactive learning, LEGO Education makes education accessible and fun for all, allowing students to develop critical skills in a dynamic and enjoyable way. It's all about sparking imagination while empowering learners to take an active role in their education.
3. A teacher-led journey
LEGO Education’s growth was sparked by passionate educators who recognised the power of LEGO in their classrooms. Their vision led to a demand for more specialised resources, and the LEGO Group responded by creating products designed to enhance education.
Today, LEGO Education continues to prioritise teachers, providing them with the support and resources necessary to make learning both effective and fun.
4. The LEGO Foundation
The LEGO Foundation is all about pushing the boundaries of education. Their work helps keep LEGO Education at the forefront of hands-on, play-based learning, making classrooms more exciting and engaging for both teachers and students.
By supporting innovation in education, they’re shaping a future where learning is more inclusive, interactive and impactful, giving students of all ages the tools they need to succeed in a constantly evolving world.
Inspire future learners with LEGO Education
LEGO Education goes far beyond a mere set of bricks; it’s a movement that encourages students to think critically, explore creatively, and work together effectively.
By blending the joy of building with proven educational research, LEGO Education helps prepare the next generation with the skills to navigate and succeed in an ever-changing world.
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