Quick answer: On 24 September 2026, the Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (SSIA) announced a two-year pilot that brings chip-related learning to more than 600 primary pupils aged 10 and above, built on the LEGO® Education Computer Science & AI platform. Schools and parents who want the same hands-on coding and AI-literacy experience can use the Grades 3–5 kit (45521), for ages 8 and up, in upper primary, available from TOYTAG in Singapore.
What SSIA announced this week
At SSIA Summit 2026 at Resorts World Sentosa, the industry association set out several youth talent initiatives. As The Straits Times reported, the headline for educators is a primary-school pilot. In our own summary:
- Primary-school pilot: a two-year programme aiming to reach 600+ pupils, some as young as 10. Pupils build with LEGO bricks, motors and colour sensors, write code and explore age-appropriate AI — while SSIA and industry partners add context on how chips power sensors, smart devices and robots.
- Makers camp: a semiconductor makers camp for ages 7 to 16 is planned for 2027.
- Job tasters and mentors: a three-year industry partnership for job tasters and mentors targets up to 1,000 job-taster opportunities and 300 industry mentors.
The takeaway: industry now sees coding, sensors and AI literacy in upper primary as the first step of a longer pathway. (TOYTAG is not involved in the pilot; this article is our independent guide for educators.)
What is LEGO Education Computer Science & AI?
Computer Science & AI is LEGO Education's newest classroom platform, organised into three grade-band kits. Each kit pairs LEGO bricks with interactive hardware (motors, a colour sensor and, from Grades 3–5 up, a controller) and a browser-based Coding Canvas, also available as an iOS app. Key points for teachers:
- 30 lessons per kit in six units — for Grades 3–5 and 6–8: Basics, Loops, Conditionals, Variables, Functions, and AI & Data.
- Safe AI by design: AI-based computer vision features, with projects saved locally — no student logins, passwords or sharing of student data. Lessons open with a PIN.
- Teacher Portal: student-facing slides, facilitation notes and getting-started materials, so non-specialist teachers can run lessons with confidence.
- Block-based coding (icons and words) that suits mixed-ability classes.
Which kit fits your class? (Kit chooser)
The official kit names use US grade bands, so we go by the age printed on each box. Singapore pupils start P1 in the year they turn 7, so the age bands map roughly to the levels below — treat the "best for" column as a guide. Prices are as listed on toytag.com at the time of writing.
| Kit | Age (official kit name) | Best for | Price (SGD) | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45520 Computer Science & AI Kit K–2 | Ages 5+ (K–2 kit) | Roughly K2 to P2 — kindergarten enrichment, lower primary, first coding experiences | $599.90 | View kit — coming November; enquire to reserve |
| 45521 Computer Science & AI Kit 3–5 | Ages 8+ (Grades 3–5 kit) | Roughly P2 to P5 — the main fit for upper primary and the SSIA pilot's age group (pupils aged 10–11 fall in this band); CCA and enrichment | $699.90 | View kit |
| 45522 Computer Science & AI Kit 6–8 | Ages 11+ (Grades 6–8 kit) | Roughly P5/P6 to Sec 2 — pupils aged 11+ ready for more, stronger coders, robotics CCA | $879.90 | View kit |
Browse all three in our LEGO Education Computer Science & AI collection, or the wider LEGO Education range. For home learners, our educational toys by age guide helps match kits to children.
Bringing semiconductor ideas into your lessons
You don't need to be part of the pilot to borrow the idea. A few simple ways teachers can connect CS & AI builds to chips and electronics:
- Start with the sensor. Ask pupils what the colour sensor is actually doing, then discuss the tiny chip that turns light into data.
- Trace the decision. When a model reacts to a colour, walk through input → processing → output — the same pattern found in phones, lifts and traffic lights.
- Talk about AI responsibly. Use the AI & Data unit to discuss what AI does well, where it makes mistakes, and why data matters.
Already using LEGO Education SPIKE?
Many Singapore schools run SPIKE Essential or SPIKE Prime, and SPIKE remains a strong choice for coding and robotics. Computer Science & AI works alongside it: schools adding AI literacy can introduce one grade band next to their existing SPIKE sets, without changing what already works. We quote and supply both, so you can compare the Computer Science & AI range and ask us about SPIKE in the same enquiry.
Ordering for your school
TOYTAG supplies educational kits to schools across Singapore. For school orders we offer:
- E-Invoice for school procurement
- 30-day payment terms
- Free local delivery for school orders, with no minimum order
- Help choosing grade bands and quantities for your class or CCA — and if you need a LEGO Education item we don't currently list, we can bring it in
Request a school quote: WhatsApp +65 8448-2258 or email pokeus@toytag.com with your school name, level and number of classes. You're also welcome at our store: 10 Woodlands Square, #04-42, Woods Square SOLO 1, Singapore 737714 — please check the store location page for hours before visiting.
FAQ: LEGO Education Computer Science & AI in Singapore
What is the SSIA primary school semiconductor pilot?
It is a two-year programme announced by the Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association at SSIA Summit 2026. It aims to reach more than 600 primary pupils aged 10 and above, using LEGO Education Computer Science & AI kits with added semiconductor content that explains how chips power sensors, robots and smart devices.
Which LEGO Education Computer Science & AI kit is best for upper primary?
For most upper primary classes, the Grades 3–5 kit (45521) is the best fit. It is for ages 8 and up (roughly P2 to P5), covers loops, conditionals, variables, functions and AI & Data, and suits the SSIA pilot's pupils aged 10 and above. Pupils aged 11 and up can also consider the Grades 6–8 kit (45522).
How much do LEGO Education Computer Science & AI kits cost in Singapore?
At TOYTAG, the K–2 kit (45520) is SGD 599.90, the Grades 3–5 kit (45521) is SGD 699.90 and the Grades 6–8 kit (45522) is SGD 879.90, as listed at the time of writing. Schools can request a quote with E-Invoice, 30-day payment terms and free local delivery with no minimum order.
Is the AI in LEGO Education Computer Science & AI safe for children?
It is designed for classrooms. AI features such as computer vision run with projects saved locally, and there are no student logins, passwords or sharing of student data; lessons open with a PIN. The AI & Data unit also introduces what AI can and cannot do in an age-appropriate way.
Can Computer Science & AI be used alongside LEGO Education SPIKE?
Yes. Computer Science & AI is complementary to LEGO Education SPIKE and works alongside it. SPIKE remains a strong choice for coding and robotics, while Computer Science & AI adds hands-on AI literacy. Many schools keep their SPIKE programmes and add one Computer Science & AI grade band for pupils ready to explore AI.
When will the K–2 Computer Science & AI kit (45520) be available?
The K–2 kit for ages 5 and up (roughly K2 to P2) is expected in November. Schools, preschools and parents can enquire now to reserve by WhatsApp at +65 8448-2258 or email at pokeus@toytag.com. The Grades 3–5 and Grades 6–8 kits can be ordered on toytag.com or through a school quote.
How can Singapore schools order LEGO Education kits from TOYTAG?
Email pokeus@toytag.com or WhatsApp +65 8448-2258 with your school name, level and number of classes. We offer E-Invoice, 30-day payment terms and free local delivery for schools with no minimum order, and we can help you choose grade bands. If you need an item we don't list, we can bring it in.
The bottom line
SSIA's pilot is a clear signal that coding, sensors and AI literacy now belong in upper primary. Whether you're an HOD planning next year's ICT or CCA programme, a teacher running enrichment, or a parent building skills at home, the LEGO Education Computer Science & AI kits give you a structured, safe way to start. Explore the kits or message us for a school quote.
Source: The Straits Times, 24 September 2026. TOYTAG is an independent retailer and is not affiliated with SSIA or the pilot programme.
