At Belvoir Rail, we believe the future of engineering starts with curiosity, and there's no better place to spark that than in the classroom.
As part of our ongoing work with the Primary Engineer Programme, we recently visited two of our partner primary schools for an exciting, hands on STEM session — and brought along one of our very own Robot Dogs to help.
Across both visits, pupils gathered to watch live demonstrations of the robot in action and learn more about the technology behind it.
Interactive Learning
Pupils engaged closely with the demonstrations, asking detailed and inquisitive questions about the robot’s design and capabilities.
From “How many kilowatts does it use?” to “Can it feel things?” and “Could it work underwater?”, their curiosity was both creative and deeply thoughtful. The sessions opened up conversations around mechanics, electronics, and how engineering helps solve real-world challenges.
Following the demonstrations, the sessions continued in classrooms, where smaller groups had the opportunity to get a closer look at the robot, explore its components, and ask more in depth questions about its design and how different parts work together. All of this was aimed at sparking curiosity and planting the seeds for future careers in STEM.
Commenting on the visits, James Brown, Managing Director of Belvoir Rail said:
“The pupils were full of thoughtful questions, it was genuinely impressive to see how engaged they were. You could really tell they were thinking like engineers already."
Commitment to STEM Education
Our partnership with the Primary Engineer Programme is a key part of our CSR commitment, supporting grassroots STEM education and encouraging inclusivity in engineering from an early age.
By bringing real world engineering experiences directly to young students, Belvoir Rail helps bridge the gap between the classroom and the industry. These experiences are critical in helping children see STEM not just as subjects, but as exciting career paths they can imagine themselves in.
Being part of the Primary Engineer Programme allows us to connect with young minds and share our enthusiasm for technology, innovation, and problem-solving.
Want to learn more about our work with Primary Engineer? Read more here