Back to School 2025: National Grid powers up safety education for 20,000 East Midlands children and young adults

As the new school year begins, National Grid Electricity Distribution is reminding teachers and community leaders about the free educational resources and workshops they provide.

In the last year, National Grid Electricity Distribution has reached 20,000 children and young adults in the East Midlands during hundreds of in-person electrical safety educational sessions. 

These direct engagements have taken place at schools, in communities and at major events. 

Ellie Patey, Social Impact Business Partner at National Grid, said: “We power the lives of millions across the East Midlands, moving energy from where it’s made to the communities that need it every single day. 

“We want to create positive legacies and enduring benefits in the communities we are proud to serve.  

“By working closely with schools and communities, we can help children and young adults understand how to stay safe around electricity, as well as inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders.” 

Primary school teachers can access an interactive lesson on electrical safety, designed by teachers for teachers. This ready-to-deliver lesson is linked to the national curriculum, ensuring that electrical safety is taught at an early age.  

National Grid Electricity Distribution’s science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) outreach and ambassador programme works with schools and youth organisations across the East Midlands to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders.  

The programme supports young people in a range of green energy challenges, skills workshops and other practical sessions to show them how exciting STEM can be. Many of these events are led by staff who volunteer their time to take part and share their experience and passion for STEM careers. 

These sessions are part of National Grid’s broader commitment to community engagement. Through the Community Matters Fund, National Grid has awarded over £11 million to local charities and projects. In the last year, teams have volunteered over 10,000 hours to support their communities. 

To find out more about National Grid’s educational and fun resources, available for children, parents and teachers, visit this link.