About FIRST LEGO League Challenge
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FIRST LEGO League Challenge is designed for students aged 9 to 16. Each year, participants work for several weeks, either as a team or as a class, tackling a shared project like real engineers. They plan, design, and program an autonomous LEGO® Education robot, conduct research on a self-chosen topic, and create a presentation of their findings.
The FIRST Core Values - such as respectful interaction, shared experiences, and critical thinking—are at the heart of the program.
After several weeks of preparation, teams compete in regional and national tournaments to present their solutions, while classes host an internal final event to showcase their projects.
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FIRST LEGO League Challenge: Program Snapshot
Students 9 - 16 years old (Years 4 - 10)
Minimum of 2 coaches required per team
Teams can be school or community-based
Robot matches are autonomous and run for 2:30 minutes
70+ Qualifying Competitions across Australia
2 hour time commitment per week (approx)
Robot technology is LEGO Education SPIKE Prime
Up to 10 students per team
Registrations open May 25, 2026
Season kicks off August 4, 2026
950+ teams nationally
Teams can use multiple coding languages
including Word Blocks, Icon Blocks or Python
4 National Championship in December: Sydney,
Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane
$225 (ex GST) registration cost/per team
$420 (Includes Shipping/ex GST) cost of Season Kit
Yearly budget is $1200 (approx). Initial year only,
as robots parts can be used in consecutive years.
Gather your team
Each team requires at least 2 adult coaches and up to 10 students aged 9-16. Students can come from a school, a group of friends, a local club, or a homeschooling network. No prior robotics experience is needed – just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Season Calendar: 2026 - 2027
May 25
Season Registrations Open
Teams can register for the 2026 - 2027 FIRST LEGO League season via the FIRST Australia Dashboard beginning May 11, 2026
August 4
Season Kickoff
The new 2026 - 2027 FLL Season launches August 4 marking the official kickoff where teams around the world tune in for the game reveal, rules and season challenge.
October
Season Registrations Close
Registrations for the 2026 - 2027 Season will close in October, marking the final opportunity for teams to sign up and be part of the program.
October - December
Tournament Season
Qualifying competitions will begin in November, giving FIRST LEGO League teams the opportunity to showcase their skills, compete against their peers, and earn a place at the National Championship.
December
National Championship
The National Championships will take place throughout December bringing together top FLL teams from across the country to compete at a Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth National Championship.
April 28, 2027
World Championships
The FIRST Championship will take place on April 28, 2027 in Houston, Texas, bringing together top teams from around the world to compete and celebrate their achievements.
2026-2027 Season: BIOGLOW
FIRST® LEGO® League (ages 5-16, varies by country / grades K-8) introduces STEM to children through fun, hands-on challenges using LEGO® Education technology. Participants gain real-world problem-solving experiences through a guided, global robotics program.
Releasing on August 4, 2026, experience the vibrancy of the world’s ecosystems in the BIOGLOW™ Challenge. The final season of FIRST LEGO League will offer two editions (event availability, format, and timing will vary by region):
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BIOGLOW Founders Edition for FIRST® LEGO® League Explore (Grades 2-4) and Challenge (Grades 4-8), based on LEGO® Education SPIKE™ technology.
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BIOGLOW Future Edition for FIRST® LEGO® League K-2 and 3-8, based on LEGO® Education Computer Science & AI hardware.
FIRST Training and Resources
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Getting started with FIRST LEGO League Challenge is easy and free with our collection of training modules, guides, and support resources for coaches, mentors, educators, and volunteers. From understanding the program and competitions to building student confidence in STEM, these resources are designed to support you every step of the way. Please note that you’ll need to create a free profile with FIRST Inspires to access the training resources below.
Getting started with FIRST LEGO League Challenge
This training provides an overview of FIRST LEGO League Challenge and how to get started in the program. It covers the essential components, student-team experience, best practices, and available resources. This training has about 30 minutes of content.
Role of Lead Coach
This training is designed for current and prospective Lead Coaches in FIRST® programs. It provides an overview of the Lead Coach role and responsibilities, along with recommendations and resources to help guide your team through a smooth and successful season. This training contains about 90 minutes of content.
Implementing FIRST LEGO League Challenge Class Pack
This training provides an overview of ways to implement the FIRST LEGO League Challenge Class Pack. It covers how to facilitate learning with student teams, room and material management, and how to run a culminating Class Pack event. This training has about 30 minutes of content.
Click here to view all FIRST training and resource modules
Testimonials: FIRST LEGO League
"FIRST LEGO League has really sparked my interest in STEM and it has encouraged me to follow a pathway into STEM for further education."
Sarah
"FIRST LEGO League is not just a competition. For a long time, it has been about sharing ideas, solving problems together, and exploring new knowledge. These aspects are what make FLL a truly unique and meaningful experience."
Lucas
"As a school principal, FLL has strengthened my belief in hands-on, student-centered learning. It showed me how powerful it is when students are given real challenges and trusted to solve them collaboratively."
Amelie
Costs & Registrations
To participate in the FIRST LEGO League Challenge season, teams must purchase Team Registration and an official FIRST LEGO League Challenge Kit. Both are available through the FIRST Australia Dashboard. Teams will also need a LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime Robotics Set, which can be purchased from an approved Australian LEGO reseller. Cost details are outlined below.
Team Registration
FIRST LEGO League Challenge Team registration includes guided materials you need to engage participants and access to purchase other supporting materials.
$225 + GST/per team
Registration for one Challenge team (up to 10 students)
Eligibility to compete at a Regional Qualifying Event
Official judging and scoring, including robot performance and research project presentations
Full event experience, including:
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Dedicated team pit area
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Multiple official robot matches
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Interaction with other teams and volunteers
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Eligibility for awards recognising innovation, teamwork, and performance
Access to the FIRST Australia dashboard, resources, and support materials
Challenge Kit
To participate, teams will need to purchase the current season Challenge Kit via the FIRST Dashboard or an Australian LEGO reseller.
$420 + GST /per kit*
This includes shipping cost.
15 LEGO Challenges: Approximately 1916 parts used to build the 15 mission models on the competition mat.
Challenge Mat: A themed mat that serves as the gameplay field for the robot missions.
Rulebook: A physical or digital copy of the Robot Game Rulebook
Additional Materials
SPIKE PRIME Robotics Set
To participate in FIRST LEGO League Challenge, you will need a LEGO Education robotics set in addition to the materials we provide. We recommend the LEGO Education SPIKE Prime Set, as it is perfectly aligned with the program's requirements and educational curriculum. Teams require one set, while 3 to 5 sets are ideal for classes.
Challenge Table
The FIRST LEGO League Challenge Table is the official competition field surface used by teams to practise and compete during the FLL Challenge season. The table provides a standardised playing environment to ensure consistency between team training, local events, and official competitions.
Current & Previous Season Kits
FIRST Australia has limited availability of FIRST LEGO League kits from previous seasons available for teams to purchase as practice kits before the main season or use to up-skill before competing. These kits include all LEGO needed for the field as well as the field mat. Teams will need to secure their own SPIKE™ Prime (Challenge), SPIKE™ Essential (Explore), STEAM Park kit (Discover) or equivalent.