Did you know that over a third of young people aren’t studying digital or tech subjects beyond Key Stage 3? Yet, more than 80% of jobs now require digital skills. We are facing a significant digital skills gap, with the demand for skills in AI and coding projected to cost the economy around £63 billion in potential GDP.

To address this, we are introducing our Code and Create workshop. LEGO serves as a universal language to teach a wide range of skills—from creativity and problem-solving to collaboration—and has even been shown to support mental well-being. Our workshops, utilizing LEGO Spike Prime, introduce students to the basics of block coding and progress to more advanced languages like Python. These sessions extend beyond the classroom, allowing students to continue their coding journeys through Ignite Hubs’ diverse offerings of online and in-person learning.

Our goal is to make these sessions engaging and fun while opening up access to coding opportunities. We aim to promote positive screen time, break down barriers to learning code, and ensure that everyone—regardless of background or experience—feels welcome and capable of succeeding.