Construction Futures has partnered with Sentinus to deliver a new flagship education programme – STEMstruct – aimed at introducing young minds to the world of construction and sustainability.
Through the project, students learn about key roles in the construction and built environment industry, including the Architect, Engineer, Builder, and Sustainability Manager – gaining a better understanding of how these roles contribute to the building process.
Each school will begin their journey with an interactive workshop designed to spark curiosity and encourage teamwork. Pupils will engage in hands-on activities exploring ideas around:
- Building design and structure
- Sustainable materials and environmental responsibility
- Problem-solving and creative thinking
A live video Q&A with professionals working across the construction sector will shortly follow the in-school workshop. Pupils will have the opportunity to ask questions, gain real-world insights, and deepen their understanding of how their model houses can reflect genuine practices in the industry.
The programme will culminate with a STEMstruct Celebration Day where pupils from each school will proudly display their completed STEMstruct projects and their model future homes to fellow students, teachers, and industry experts.
Each year the programme will be open to primary schools in a particular area – this year the 2025/26 programmes is open to primary schools in the greater Belfast area.
