Samsung Solve for Tomorrow
Don’t just imagine a better world… invent it
Put your students’ design thinking skills to the test and create tech-for-good solutions to real-world problems.
Entries are currently closed but check back for updates on the 2026-27 competition, launching this Autumn. In the meantime, register for free resources and explore our inspiration page.
Creative thinking isn’t a gift – it’s a skill everyone can learn
Using a simple design thinking process inspired by real-world innovation at Samsung, we’ll take your students from a blank page to a brilliant idea – in as little as one lesson.
Larry Lamb joins in the action at Wembley Technology College – play the video to find out more.
Created with teachers to align with existing priorities
Already reaching over a third of secondary schools in the UK and Ireland, Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is built to fit seamlessly with school priorities.
- Design and Technology-related subjects and vocational pathways
- Personal development and related subjects (e.g. PSHE)
- Careers and Gatsby Benchmarks
- Extra-curricular, enrichment and project-based learning
Congratulations to our finalists!
11-14sBrilliant Bob Queen Elizabeth’s School Dynamic Duo Furze Platt Senior School Plant Enforcers Alderman Peel High School |
14-16sAsthmaSense Desmond College Drifters Langley Academy Startz Newstead Wood School |
16-18sEquilift Watford Grammar School PAI Project Thomas Hardye School The Green Cross Queen Elizabeth’s School |
2025-26 prizes
Schools
Samsung AI-powered Interactive Whiteboards!
OLED Smart TVs
Students
Samsung Galaxy Books, Galaxy Earbuds, mentoring and work experience, and idea displayed on the big screen in Piccadilly Circus!
Teachers
Samsung Galaxy Tab As, Galaxy Books and D&T Association led CPD!
If you submitted five or more entries your school will be invited to become a Samsung Solve for Tomorrow School, unlocking a digital badge, regular tech prize draws and exclusive opportunities.
(see Terms and Conditions).
How does it work?
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is a free, curriculum-linked programme and national competition for 11-18-year-olds at secondary schools and colleges across the UK and Ireland.
Students create a tech-for-good idea from one of three categories:
Smarter Sport
Tech that makes sport more fun, inclusive and helps everyone perform at their best.
Greener Future
Tech that protects our planet and helps us live more sustainable lives.
Safer Online
Tech that keeps us connected, confident and in control.
The resources have been designed to be delivered flexibly to support your students’ needs.
- Run over several form-time sessions
- Deliver in 1–2 lessons
- Use as an enrichment activity or STEM day
- Set the challenge in assembly and complete at home
“I’d encourage any teacher to introduce their students to the programme – it challenges them to think creatively and apply STEM skills, and may even spark future career aspirations!”
– Head of Computing at Byrchall High School
Timeline
The competition will reopen in Autumn Term 2026. In the meantime, register to check out the competition resources and other free materials.
Imagine it
November 2025 – January 2026
Students develop a tech-for-good idea!
Now Closed
Semi-finalists notified: 13 February 2026
Make it
February – March 2026
24 semi-finalists receive support to develop their idea!
Deadline: 20 March 2026
Pitch it
April 2026
9 finalists present their idea to a panel of experts!
Final event: 30 April 2026