Lego Squad 2026

Lions LEGO Competition – Teamwork, Creativity and Commitment!

On Thursday 22 October, our talented LEGO team: Judah (Team Leader), Cody, Sassika, Jack, Thomas, Jimmy, Atticus, Koh and reserve Harry, represented MEPS at the Lions LEGO Competition, held at Wilsons Road Theatre Studio, competing alongside teams from 14 other local schools.

The challenge was to work collaboratively in a team of eight to create two original LEGO structures, A and B, with Structure A designed to move Structure B. With just 60 minutes to complete the build, students needed to demonstrate creativity, problem-solving, communication and, most importantly, teamwork.

In preparation, our students dedicated four lunchtimes each week, over three weeks, to practise and experiment with designs and refining their ideas. Their commitment, responsibility and enthusiasm were wonderful to see.

Our squad consisted of nine students, with Harry narrowly missing out on a place in the competition team. However, he remained an invaluable member of the group, contributing the design of our additional triangular stabilising beams and becoming our number one cheerleader on the day!

A special thank you also goes to Dan and Oliver from Year 6, members of our 2025 LEGO team, who generously gave up a couple of lunchtimes to mentor this year's squad. Their experience, encouragement and ideas helped inspire the team and gave them valuable insight into what to expect.

I couldn't be prouder of the resilience, teamwork, sportsmanship and commitment shown by every member of our squad. From their dedication during lunchtime practices to the way they supported and encouraged one another throughout the competition, they demonstrated what it truly means to be part of a team. Their positive attitude, willingness to persevere and genuine support for one another were just as impressive as their LEGO creations.

Mrs Westlake was told at the end of the competition how fabulous our students were and that they only narrowly missed. The winning team scraped in by just 1 point. So unofficially MEPS came 2nd! (No placegetters were formally awarded).

Congratulations to all nine students of the 2026 MEPS Lego Team! You represented our school wonderfully and I am incredibly proud of what you achieved together.

Mrs Westlake