Young Builders Turn Wild Ideas Into Winning Theme Park Rides At LEGOLAND School Challenge 2026

Students from Malaysia and the Philippines impressed judges with their creativity, teamwork, and LEGO-building skills at Asia's largest interschool LEGO competition.

For most children, building with LEGO bricks is a fun way to spend an afternoon. But for a group of talented young builders from across Asia, it became an opportunity to showcase their imagination, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork on an international stage.

The LEGOLAND School Challenge 2026 recently concluded at LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort, crowning young champions from Malaysia and the Philippines after months of competition and creativity.

Asia's largest interschool LEGO competition returns

Now in its fifth year, the LEGOLAND School Challenge has grown into Asia's largest interschool LEGO building competition, organised in partnership with Malaysia's Ministry of Education.

This year's challenge invited students to create "The Ultimate Theme Park Ride", encouraging participants to dream up exciting attractions while applying concepts related to science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM).

The response was impressive, with 451 submissions received from six countries: Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, India, Hong Kong, and China.

After several rounds of judging, only 15 teams advanced to the Grand Finale, where they showcased elaborate LEGO creations that reflected their creativity, technical skills, and storytelling abilities.

Malaysian and Filipino teams emerge victorious

Among the standout performers were teams from Malaysia and the Philippines, who ultimately claimed the top prizes in their respective categories.

In the Junior Category (ages 7 to 9), Puteri Mini Makers from SK Cyberjaya, Selangor took home the championship title.

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The Primary Category (ages 10 to 12) was won by The Mavericks from SK Kubang Kerian 3, Kelantan, while the Secondary Category (ages 13 to 17) saw AJHS BluBLOC from Ateneo de Manila Junior High School, Philippines emerge as champions.

The winning teams impressed judges with creative interpretations of the competition's theme, demonstrating not only building skills but also teamwork, innovation, and critical thinking.

Learning through play

According to LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort, the competition continues to encourage children to think creatively while exploring STEAM concepts through hands-on experiences.

By combining learning with play, participants are challenged to test new ideas, solve problems, and collaborate with teammates, all while bringing their imaginative creations to life brick by brick.

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The annual competition has become one of the resort's key educational initiatives, offering students an engaging platform to develop confidence and practical skills beyond the classroom.

More than just trophies

This year, LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort partnered with travel platform Trip.com to reward the top-performing teams with unforgettable travel experiences.

The champions of the Primary and Secondary categories will receive a trip to LEGOLAND Shanghai, while the Junior Category champions will enjoy a getaway to LEGOLAND Malaysia.

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In addition, all winning teams received:

• A LEGOLAND Malaysia Annual Pass
• An exclusive LEGO trophy
• LEGO sets for each team member
• Certificates of Achievement

See the winning builds for yourself

If you're curious about what Asia's brightest young LEGO builders came up with, you won't have to imagine for long.

The finalists' creations are currently on display at MINILAND, LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort, where visitors can get an up-close look at the imaginative theme park rides designed by this year's competitors.

The showcase will remain open until December 2026, giving guests plenty of time to check out the impressive builds and perhaps get inspired for next year's competition.

For more information, visit the LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort website or follow them on social media for upcoming events and activities.

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