FIRST LEGO League (Classes 6–8) — 2025–26 “UNEARTHED”
Global organiser: FIRST® (with LEGO® Education) | Divisions: Discover (4–6), Explore (6–10), Challenge (9–16*)
*Ages vary by region.
🌐 2025–26 Season Page (UNEARTHED)
📅 Season Calendar
📄 Challenge Resources & Rubrics
🇮🇳 India Partner (ISF)
📅 2025–26 Season at a Glance (UNEARTHED)
- Global season kickoff: 5 August 2025 (challenge release)
- Team registration window: opens mid‑May; regional closing varies; tournaments/festivals run Nov 2025 – Jun 2026
🎯 Who is this page for?
Students in Classes 6–8 (India). FIRST LEGO League places teams by age:
| Division | Age band | Typical fit for Classes 6–8 |
|---|---|---|
| Explore | 6–10 | Class 6 if aged ≤10; build a motorised model + poster (Exhibition) |
| Challenge | 9–16 | Classes 6–8 (most teams) — Robot Game + Innovation Project + Core Values (Tournament) |
🛠️ What happens in Challenge (for most Class 6–8 teams)
- Robot Game — design, build and program an autonomous LEGO® robot to complete missions on the season field.
- Innovation Project — identify a real problem aligned to the theme, design a solution, share it, and present it in ~5 minutes.
- Core Values — discovery, impact, inclusion, innovation, teamwork and fun are demonstrated throughout.
- Judging areas — Innovation Project, Robot Design, Core Values (plus Robot Performance at the table).
🤖 Robot Set / Software
- LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime (core + expansion) is the standard kit for Challenge in many regions. Check your local partner’s rules.
- Program using the SPIKE™ app (block‑based/Python). Bring a laptop/tablet to events as instructed.
🧭 India – Getting Started
- Regional partner: India STEM Foundation (ISF) — organiser for FLL in India; teams register via ISF when India season opens.
- Schools/clubs can start practice now using the global season materials and watch the ISF page for India‑specific dates/fees.
📚 Quick Links (Official)
- Season page (UNEARTHED): challenge teaser, theme & overview
- Season calendar: registration open, kickoff, tournament season
- Challenge resources: rules, mats, judging rubrics (Innovation Project & Robot Design) and Team Meeting Guide
- India partner (ISF): FLL in India announcements & registration
FAQ
- Team size? Typically 2–10 students + 2 adult coaches (varies by region).
- Events? Local/regional tournaments feed into championships; some teams earn invitations to FIRST Championship (World Festival).
- Fees? Vary by region/partner. India teams should refer to ISF circulars.
📝 Disclaimer
This page compiles official season details for 2025–26 UNEARTHED and India partner info. Always check your regional partner page for dates, fees and kit rules.