New Kao Academy online resource launches for Stockport primary schools

Kao Data, which is building a large data centre in Reddish, has re-launched its trailblazing online resource to teach primary school children about future careers in the data centre industry.

The Kao Academy online resource has exciting new curriculum-based lesson plans on science and technology for Upper Key Stage 2 (ages 9-11), along with lots of puzzles and games to really bring the subject to life.

Kao Data has also launched a competition for primary schools across Greater Manchester, which asks children to design their very own Data Centre Superhero. The three winning schools will each get a £100 Amazon voucher for their class, and there are fantastic STEM toy prizes for the first, second and third individual prizes. More information about both the resources and competition can be found on the Kao Academy website.

Navendu Mishra, MP for Stockport, said:

“We must equip the next generation with the skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven economy. Labour is committed to strengthening technical education and ensuring that all young people, regardless of background, can access high-quality pathways into future-focused industries. Initiatives like the Kao Academy play a vital role in this effort, introducing children to the world of data centres and the critical role technology plays in our lives. Kao’s new data centre in Reddish, Stockport, will house some of the UK’s most advanced computing technologies.

“It is great that Kao is investing in the North West and investing in our children’s futures – the academy relaunch will help to inspire a new generation of young people to pursue careers in science, technology and engineering.”

Lizzy McDowell, Director of Marketing at Kao Data, said:

“Our newly re-launched Kao Academy will help children connect STEM subjects to real-world industries, sparking interest at a formative age and encouraging underrepresented groups to see a place for themselves in the tech industry, specifically the fast-moving data centre industry.

“The data centre industry has a critical talent shortage, so by engaging with primary school children in the areas in which we operate, we can inspire our young people to consider a rewarding STEM career path.”