Kids
For children aged 4 to 7 who are just stepping into the world of robotics. The category is designed as a first competitive encounter with technology: a simple task, teamwork and a mentor’s support throughout the preparation.
Who is the Kids
category for?
A first encounter with robotics
For curious children who enjoy building, movement, colours and simple tasks. Prior knowledge is not decisive — what matters is the willingness to try.
They learn through play
The format is short, clear and visual. Children work as a team and, through a hands-on task, learn basic robot logic, the order of commands and cooperation.
They come with a mentor
Every team has an adult mentor: a parent, teacher or instructor. The mentor helps with preparation and organisation, and at the event supports the team within the rules.
The 2026 challenge
Each team prepares a small robot or a simple robotic solution that carries out a task on a clearly laid-out course. The focus is on grasping the basic idea: the robot follows a path, reacts to a colour or reaches its goal.
The 2026 theme is the first robotic journey: the team guides its robot along a simple course and explains what the robot was meant to do. The task is suited to the age group and calls for no advanced electronics.
The jury looks at the process, the cooperation and the understanding of the task. The aim is not a perfect robot, but the experience of showing your work in public for the first time, in front of an audience and a jury.
Detailed rules and course specifications will be published in the PDF rulebook. This information is general guidance for your preparation.
Examples of task types
- Moving the robot along a marked course
- Recognising colours or simple zones
- Reaching the goal without being moved by hand
- Two team members working together during the task
- A short explanation of the solution to the jury
What to prepare
Team and mentor
Have the team members’ details ready, along with contact details for the adult mentor who supports the children during preparation and on the day.
A basic robot
A robot or kit that can move and carry out simple commands. It is enough for it to work reliably for the basic task.
Understanding the task
The children should know what the robot does, in what order and why. The explanation can be short and pitched at their age.
Sharing out the roles
Who starts the robot, who explains, who checks the task. A simple division of roles helps the team stay calm on stage.
Entry details
Full names, ages, school or organisation, mentor contact details and basic information about the team.
Arrival and equipment
On competition day, bring the robot, chargers, spare batteries and every part the rulebook allows.
Key dates
Frequently asked questions
Does my child need previous experience?
No. The Kids category is meant to be a first encounter with robotics. A workshop or a short preparation session helps, but advanced knowledge is not required.
Is a mentor compulsory?
Yes. The youngest age group needs an adult mentor who handles the entry, the preparation and the trip to the event.
How many members can a team have?
The exact number will be confirmed in the rulebook. All members must fall within the category’s age range and be entered before the deadline.
Does the organiser provide robots?
The rulebook will set out what the team brings and what the organiser provides. If preparatory workshops are available, they will be announced on the website.
What does the assessment look like?
The assessment is short and suited to children. The team shows the robot, carries out the task and answers simple questions from the jury.
Who do we contact with questions?
Send your questions through the contact form on the website. The organisers will reply and point you to the rulebook once it is published.