Celebrating the Morson STEM Foundation: Inspiring future engineers with Primary Engineer Programme

In March 2025, Morson Group attended the Primary Engineer celebration event, organised for young school students to encourage their enthusiasm and spark interest in STEM subjects.

This event focused on a Rail Programme, giving children the opportunity to explore engineering subjects by engaging in problem-solving, identifying challenges, and developing creative solutions. The main activities of the day centred around testing the trains they had built, assessing their speed and ability to stay on track.

The atmosphere there was extremely positive, with both children and parents thoroughly enjoying the experience. As many attendees observed, engineering is not often a career children initially consider, but events like this provide a fun and engaging way to spark their interest. Through an exciting approach to engineering, these experiences can open doors for pupils who might not have otherwise explored that field.

Through The Morson STEM Foundation, the Primary Engineer Programme has engaged with around 600 students, ages three to nineteen, helping them develop essential engineering skills. This partnership is transforming STEM education, creating life-changing opportunities for young people.

The impact of the programme speaks for itself. Every teacher reported that their students now have a greater understanding of engineering and its importance. All students enjoyed learning about engineering, demonstrating the programme’s ability to spark enthusiasm and engagement. Additionally, 86% of teachers felt more confident in delivering key design and technology skills, ensuring long-term benefits for STEM education. Every pupil also said that the programme helped them learn from mistakes and try new approaches, reinforcing resilience and problem-solving skills.

The Morson STEM Foundation has already transformed STEM education across Greater Manchester by offering hands-on learning experiences and introducing students to the engineering fields through project design, construction, and interactions with industry professionals. Young learners have the chance to collaborate closely with educators and engineers which help them to dream big and discover the vast opportunities available in STEM careers.

This wasn’t the first time such an event was organised. Previously, Morson and Primary Engineer got together at the University of Salford to celebrate the success of the Early Careers programme.

The main conclusion of the event was that often children are unaware of the wide range of opportunities and programs available to them. Therefore, initiatives like the Primary Engineer and support of the Morson STEM Foundation are crucial in sparking their interest (an opportunity that they might not otherwise have). This initiative helps children see themselves as future engineers, making the field feel more accessible and achievable.

As we celebrate the impact of the Morson STEM Foundation, we look forward to expanding its reach and inspiring even more young minds. According to our current data, the foundation has engaged 25 schools over the past two years while supporting the Primary Engineers Rail Project.

With strong support from Morson Group and the wider community, the future of STEM education in Greater Manchester is brighter than ever. The Morson STEM Foundation remains dedicated to breaking down barriers and inspiring the next generation of engineers.