LEGO Education launches AI and computer science classroom kits for younger students
The group will begin shipping new hands-on computer science and artificial intelligence kits for pupils in grades one to eight from April, responding to widespread concerns among teachers about engagement, relevance and preparedness.
LEGO Education said it will roll out a new computer science and artificial intelligence curriculum and classroom kits for grade one to eight students, with shipments starting from April.
The launch follows the publication of Building the Future: A Global Report on Computer Science & AI Education, commissioned by LEGO Education, which highlights gaps in how computer science and AI are currently taught in schools. The survey found that more than half of teachers believe existing resources leave students bored, while almost half said computer science is not relatable to pupils. Some 69% of respondents agreed that AI literacy is critical for students, yet 40% said their schools are not prepared to teach it responsibly.
The report surveyed 1,800 teachers and administrators across the United States, Germany, South Korea and Australia. It was conducted by Edelman DXI Research on behalf of LEGO Education between August and September 2025.
Kits tailored by age group
The new offering is structured across three grade bands, grades one to two, three to six and seven to eight. Each kit includes a defined scope and sequence with 30 inquiry-based, curriculum-aligned lessons.
Alongside lesson content, the kits contain LEGO bricks, interactive hardware, connection cards, charging cables and step-by-step building instructions. The aim is to combine physical construction with computational thinking, rather than relying solely on screen-based learning.
Atish Gonsalves, Head of Product, Computer Science & AI at LEGO Education, said the approach is designed to reshape classroom dynamics. “We have a vision for kids learning, building and coding together – moving away from classrooms where kids work individually on computers with headphones on,” he said.
Coding Canvas and privacy focus
The curriculum is delivered through the LEGO Education Coding Canvas, a block-based coding tool available via a web browser or as an iOS app. LEGO Education said the tool requires no student login and stores data only locally, addressing common concerns around privacy and data security in classrooms.
Lessons are designed to blend screen-free activities with digital experiences, allowing students to explore computational concepts through hands-on play as well as guided coding tasks.
Teachers will also receive free, unlimited access to an online Teacher Portal. This includes facilitation notes, classroom presentations and supporting lesson materials intended to reduce preparation time and improve consistency across lessons.
Changes to the SPIKE portfolio
As part of the transition, LEGO Education said its LEGO Education SPIKE portfolio will be retired. This includes SPIKE Prime and SPIKE Essential, which have been widely used in schools for robotics and coding instruction.
The company added that FIRST LEGO League will continue, offered in Founders Edition and Future Edition formats.
Andrew Sliwinski, Head of Product Experience at LEGO Education, said the shift reflects a broader ambition around technology education. “The future will be led by children who don’t just use technology – they understand it, question it and ultimately build a better world with it,” he said.
Addressing classroom readiness
The findings of LEGO Education’s report suggest strong demand for more engaging and practical tools. While most educators recognise the importance of AI literacy, many say they lack the resources and confidence to teach it effectively.
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By combining structured curricula, physical materials and simplified software, LEGO Education is positioning the new kits as a way to make abstract concepts more tangible and relatable for younger learners.
The company said further details on availability, regional timing and the retirement of the SPIKE range are available on its website. Kits are expected to begin shipping globally from April.
The Recap
- LEGO® Education will ship hands-on computer science and AI kits.
- Kits include a scope with thirty inquiry-based curriculum lessons.
- Kits begin shipping from April and will be available to schools.
