Rotary Technology Tournament 2026: Strong Results for Giggleswick Pupils

Our pupils recently took part in the Rotary Technology Tournament 2026, a well-regarded STEM competition where pupils design, build, and test engineering solutions under timed conditions. Our teams performed strongly across all age groups, demonstrating creativity, resilience, and effective teamwork, alongside a clear understanding of the design process.

KS3 (Year 9) - First Place

In the KS3 category, Mia, Betsy, and Arthur achieved first place, impressing judges with a well-executed and practical solution.

KS4 - Second Place and Portfolio Award

In KS4, Lydia and Eleanor secured an excellent second place.

Isaac and Ben also stood out, earning the Best Portfolio Award for the quality of their design documentation and a solution that performed particularly well during testing.

KS5 - First Place

In the KS5 category, Piet, Chloe, Aiden, and Koki achieved first place, reflecting a high level of technical skill and strong collaboration.

Developing Skills Through STEM

Taking part in the Rotary Technology Tournament provides students with valuable opportunities to apply their learning in a real-world context. Experiences like this help develop key skills in engineering, design thinking, and teamwork, supporting students as they progress through school and beyond.

These results reflect the commitment and enthusiasm of Giggleswick pupils across all year groups, as well as the school’s continued focus on high-quality STEM education.