FAQs

The 2025-26 competition is now over.

The 2026-27 competition will open on 1 September 2026. Register now to be the first to hear when entries open.

What is Samsung Solve for Tomorrow?

Samsung Solve for tomorrow is a competition for students aged 11 to 18 in secondary schools and colleges across the UK and Ireland.

They are challenged to come up with a tech-for-good solution in response to a real-world problem found in one of these 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.

Students can work by themselves or in teams of up to 4.

They are supported by online resources to help them ideate and develop their ideas.

Entries are currently closed but the competition will reopen in Autumn Term 2026.

I’m a teacher, what do I have to do?

To take part in Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, you will need to register. Once you have done this you will have access to all resources and the entry details.

If you are already registered, express your interest in the new competition – you
can order a free Ideation poster or Imagination Toolbox ideation cards at the same
time.

You can run lessons, assemblies or set the activities for your students aged 11 to 18 to do outside of school time.

You will need to submit entries on the behalf of students and be the main contact for any competition needs. Don’t forget to anonymise entries by using a team name/alias before submitting for judging.

Entries are currently closed but the competition will reopen in Autumn Term 2026.

I’m a student, what do I have to do?

You will need to create a tech-for-good idea to solve a real-world problem. Don’t worry – there are lots of supporting resources to help you develop it!

You can do this by yourself or in teams of up to 4.

Ask your teacher to register for the competition and kickstart your idea!

How do I enter?

Entries are currently closed but the competition will reopen in Autumn Term 2026.

Teachers need to submit all entries on the behalf of their students. The easiest way to submit your entries is by using the online form. Alternatively you can submit:

• by post to: Freepost SAMSUNG SOLVE FOR TOMORROW
• by email to: samsungsolvefortomorrow@harklondon.com

What is the competition timeline?

There are three stages to the competition:

• Imagine it
  1 September 2026 – 18 January 2027
  At this stage, students need to have come up with an idea and create a sketch of
  their solution, with some details about how it will work.

• Make it
  February – March 2027
  The selected semi-finalists will receive support, including mentoring from a
  Samsung employee.
  At the end of this stage, students need to submit an updated entry, taking into
  account their learnings from the support and mentoring.

• Pitch it
  April 2027
  The selected finalists will receive additional mentoring and a presentation skills
  workshop.
  Finalists will present their ideas in person to a panel of experts. The top ideas will
  be selected as the winners.

I’m a student, how do I enter?

Entries are currently closed but the competition will reopen in Autumn Term 2026.

Your teacher will need to submit your idea to the competition for you. You can work by yourself or in a team of up to 4.

You will need to create a tech-for-good idea to a real-world problem. Don’t worry – there are lots of supporting resources to help you develop it!

Ask your teacher to register for the competition and kickstart your idea!

I’m a parent, can I enter my child?

Unfortunately, submissions from parents, unless they are home educators, cannot be accepted. All submissions need to come from schools, via a teacher.

You can share details of the competition with your child’s school and ask them to sign up.

I’m a parent and I home school my child, can I enter for them?

Home educators are eligible to enter. You can sign up here.

Please note that school prizes may be substituted for more appropriate prizes for home educators.

Entries are currently closed but the competition will reopen in Autumn Term 2026.

How is the competition judged?

Imagine it: Entries will be shortlisted against the judging criteria by Hark.

Make it: Shortlisted entries will be reviewed again by Samsung experts and an independent judge.

Pitch it: Finalist presentations will be judged at the live event by a panel of experts.

When will I know if I have got through?

The teacher who submitted the entry will be contacted using the email they registered with.

Imagine it

Winners have been contacted.

Make it

Winners contacted: 26 March 2026

Pitch it

Winners announced live: 30 April 2026 (and published later on the website).

What are the judging criteria?

• Impact: Does the idea solve a real problem (that falls under one of the three themes for this year’s competition: Smarter Sport, Greener Future, Safer Online) and improve someone’s life in a meaningful way? (scored out of 15)
• Use of technology: Does the idea include an innovative technological solution, and is it used effectively to address the problem? (scored out of 15)
• People and planet: Does the idea consider its impact on the planet and avoid unnecessary harm or waste? Does it consider the audience it is intended for and ensure it is accessible? (scored out of 10)
• Feasibility and thoughtfulness: Is the idea well considered, and could it work in the real world? (scored out of 5)
• Creativity and originality: Is the idea fresh, imaginative and different from typical solutions? (scored out of 5)

At the final, judges can additionally consider:

• Presentation skills: Were the students persuasive and engaging?
• Wow factor: Was the idea exciting or innovative?

What prizes are there?

Prizes for 2026-27 will be confirmed shortly, but they are likely to include tech for
students, teachers and schools, mentoring, work experience for finalists and the
winners being featured on the big screen in Piccadilly Circus.

What is a Samsung Solve for Tomorrow School?

A Samsung Solve for Tomorrow School is recognised for strong engagement with the competition. Schools qualify by submitting five or more entries.

They receive:

• the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow School digital badge
• entry into termly prize draws
• access to exclusive Samsung and partner opportunities (e.g., visits, events, research, filming)
• newsletters with updates, resources and opportunities

For full details, see the terms and conditions.

How will I know if our school has qualified to become a Samsung Solve for Tomorrow School?

Schools that have qualified to be Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Schools will be notified via email after the entry submission period closes. All submitting teachers from qualifying schools will be notified.

When do I get the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow School digital badge?

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow schools will receive their digital badge within 30 days of the entry submission period closing.

When are the Prize Draws and how will I know if our school has won?

There will be three Samsung Solve for Tomorrow School prize draws:

• 6 February 2026
• 20 April 2026
• 4 September 2026

Winners will be contacted via the email used at entry within 30 days of the prize draw.

For full details, see the terms and conditions.

If more than one teacher has registered, who will the digital badge be sent to?

The digital badge will be provided to all teachers from a qualifying school who have submitted an entry.

How do I get in touch with the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow team?

Please email: samsungsolvefortomorrow@harklondon.com