Early Engineers Express
A play-based EYFS and KS1 engineering workshop using LEGO Duplo trains. Children design, build, and test train tracks, bridges, and stations.
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Overview
Early Engineers Express is a play-based engineering workshop for EYFS and KS1 students (ages 3-6) built around LEGO Duplo train sets.
Children design and build train tracks, construct bridges and stations, solve engineering challenges, and explore concepts like cause and effect, sequencing, and simple mechanisms.
The workshop develops fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, collaborative working, and early engineering thinking through structured play.
Booking info
Flexible delivery to suit your timetable and curriculum goals. All equipment provided.
Available in England, Scotland and Wales.
Pricing starts at £647 per day, ex VAT.
Experienced facilitators adapt sessions for all learners, including SEN. Workshops promote teamwork, resilience, and problem-solving.
Details
- School subject
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- Technology/computing
- Curriculum links
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- Engineering
- Technologies - Craft, design, engineering and graphics: Application of engineering
- Design thinking and engineering: Engineering
- Technology & design - Design
- Technology & design - Control
- Group size
- Whole class
- Participation level
- Hands-on
- Duration
- Whole day
- Cost
- Cost applies
- Location
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In-school
- England
- Scotland
- Wales
Learning outcomes
- Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
- Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Frameworks
EqualEx
- Introduce and Inspire
Essential skills
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
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Enrichment framework
- 5 - An accessible and engagement enrichment offer
