Girls rise to Lego contest challenge

Year 6 pupils from Redmaids’ High Junior School showcased their talent and teamwork at a Lego League regional competition held at GKN in Filton.

The event brought together young innovators from across the region. The Redmaids’ High team began by presenting their innovation project: a thoughtfully designed prototype robot to assist archaeologists in delicately brushing away dirt and soil to uncover fragile discoveries. 

The competition then moved into the action round, where teams navigated a Lego robot through a complex obstacle course. 

Redmaids’ High Juniors were the only all-girls team competing and were significantly outnumbered by boys. However, the team approached the competition with enthusiasm and self-assurance, demonstrating that STEM is a field where they feel entirely at home. 

Their dedication and innovation were ultimately rewarded with the Innovation Project Award — a recognition of their hard work and ingenuity.

A school spokesperson said: ” Their achievement marks an exciting milestone, and the school looks forward to seeing where their curiosity and talent will take them next.”