We were delighted to support the 2026 Humber STEM event at the MKM Stadium on 22 October 2026, helping hundreds of young people from schools across the Humber region explore future career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and maths.
The event brought together pupils and industry professionals, giving students the chance to try new activities, ask questions and find out more about careers that can make a real difference to the world around them.
Event organiser Liam Johnson said:
“We don't always know the impact these experiences will have, but sometimes it only takes one conversation or activity to spark an interest that stays with a young person.”
Working in partnership with our education provider, UKSTEM, we delivered six interactive workshops throughout the day. Pupils stepped into the role of wind turbine design engineers, designing, building and testing turbine blades before competing in a team challenge to generate the most energy.
Across the event, the team worked with 65 pupils aged nine to 11 from Biggin Hill Primary School and Patrington Primary School.
One of the most rewarding aspects of the day came through feedback received from Biggin Hill Primary School. The school's year six teacher explained that several pupils attending had additional needs, including autism, ADHD, medical needs and individual behaviour plans. Despite these challenges, every child was able to take part, feel included and leave the event full of excitement and confidence.
The school described the activities as, “exciting, interactive and thought provoking,” and highlighted how the wide range of experiences on offer had opened pupils' eyes to different career opportunities.
The event formed part of a wider programme of STEM activities at primary schools in Hull and the East Riding, aimed at inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers and innovators in the region