C204 - EdTech Quest 2026

Igniting young minds in the world of coding and technology, challenging students to apply their creativity, critical thinking, and technical skills.

EdTech Quest is a premium, invite-only coding competition hosted by Lyza Education for children aged 7 to 12. It’s designed to ignite young minds in the world of coding and technology by challenging them with a timed fundamentals quiz followed by a creative hackathon-style project, where finalists develop real-world solutions with coding languages such as Scratch, App Inventor, Python or CodeLab.

Training Focus

Flexible Schedules

This June, give your child the chance to shine at EdTech Quest 2026. With multiple time-slots across the month, parents can easily find a date that fits your family calendar. Whether you’re booking around holiday plans or during a quieter week, we have created flexible registration windows so your child can confidently take part - without the stress of conflicting schedules.

Real-World Skill Building Through Competition

More than just a contest, EdTech Quest offers hands-on challenges and project-based learning that mirrors real game-development workflows, fostering creativity, and problem-solving.

Holistic STEM & DSA Portfolio Development

At Lyza, competition training is integrated into a broader STEM and DSA (Direct School Admission) strategy. We don’t just prepare kids for one contest, we build a lasting portfolio of coding, AI, and STEM achievements tracked on Lyza’s digital platform. This empowers students to stand out in school admission processes and long-term academic journeys.

Competition Format

This competition is an invite-only and open to our past and current students who have demonstrated a strong interest in coding. We are thrilled to create a focused environment for students to shine and showcase their talents!

In this year's edition, we are splitting it into two categories:

Premier: Our seasoned students! Students that have been shortlisted by us on competitions from 1 June 2025 to 31 May 2026
Challengers: Students that have displayed strong ability in coding and are new to EdTech Quest. Great to dip your toes to know more about how your child has been faring while learning about coding!

* Do note that the competition is on an invite-only basis. Students that have been shortlisted for the competition will be contacted separately.

Theory (40% Weightage)
- Students will undergo an hour-long assessments, uniquely powered by our in-house Lyza platform, Code Arena, containing both questions on CodeLab and Scratch. The assessment would be in an open-book format held in our flagship centre @ Orchard

Themed Projects/Coding Hackathon (60% Weightage)
- Students will create projects centred around the theme "Game Development Innovators", using CodeLab and Scratch that they have learnt before. This hands-on allows participants to showcase their skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities in a competitive environment.

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The top 3 finalists will each receive a trophy in recognition of their remarkable accomplishment.
All other participants will be awarded a Certificate of Participation to acknowledge their effort and dedication throughout the competition.

Special Prizes

It may be one of your child’s very first times participating in a competition, and while it is undeniably a contest, we firmly believe that challenging yourself and giving your best effort are achievements worth celebrating, which is why we proudly award certificates not just to our top-3 winners but also to students who has performed admirably, shown resilience, and pushed their limits, fostering confidence, growth and positive motivation that goes beyond just winning.

Gold: 85 and above

Silver: 75 to 84

Bronze: 50 to 74

Highlights

Age‑Appropriate, Project‑Based Coding & STEM Classes

We offer structured, age-tiered programmes with tailored content suitable for various age groups.

Tech-driven Teaching Team

Founded by Lizhang, an Imperial College London alumnus and seasoned Senior Software Engineer with more than 5 years at top tech firms like Meta and Amazon, Lyza Education brings industry-grade expertise directly into the classroom, with our teachers hailing from prestigious institutions across Singapore, UK and Australia.

Comprehensive Learning Tracking via Lyza Platform

Lyza's cloud‑based platform documents all student progress, from lesson feedback and certificates to project portfolios, ideal for tracking tech skills and supporting DSA applications.

Past Winners 🏆

Gold 🥇

Kyler, 10

Silver 🥈

Skyler, 9

Bronze 🥉

Ashlyn, 10

FAQ

At Lyza, we use our proven ACES Framework to evaluate each student’s:

Understanding – mastering key concepts and knowledge

Critical Thinking - analysing, evaluating and creating new ideas

Engagement – actively participating and staying motivated

Skill Application – turning learning into real-world results

Top-performing students will be invited to join the Lyza Summer EdTech Quest, a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge educational technology, collaborate with peers and accelerate their growth.
We understand that every child’s schedule is different, and it can get busy during the school holiday period! That’s why we’ve built flexibility into the competition format.

🗓️ Registration opens on 3 January 2026

🎯 Participants can choose any of these dates to come down and complete their project in person

Even if your child joins last-minute, they'll still be able to participate - no rush, no pressure, just a fun and empowering experience!
The participation fee costs:

$40

The fee supports the competition experience by providing trophies and certificates to recognise effort and achievement, as well as Judging logistics and admin support to ensure a smooth process.
🎉 Yes! Every participant will receive a personalised certificate, and top winners will receive trophies.
No, training is not provided, as students who have completed the Lyza Young Coders program will already have the foundational skills needed for the Lyza Summer EdTech Quest. Our curriculum equips them with the coding knowledge and problem-solving skills essential for this competition.

During the event, our teachers will be present as invigilators to support students if they encounter technical difficulties with the coding challenges. However, they will not provide answers, as the goal is to encourage independent problem-solving and critical thinking among participants. This approach ensures students have a fair chance to demonstrate their coding abilities.
No worries! At Lyza Education, we do have records of our students kept internally.

Rest assured however, that the registration time-slots is not split by the category, so you can register accordingly and we would sort your child to the correct category afterwards, all powered by our CodeArena platform.

However, we do understand that parents may be curious to know how their child is faring! If you would still like to know more, feel free to contact us at 9358 6695 for any questions you may have.
Participating in the Edtech Quest can greatly enhance your child’s DSA profile.

Here’s how:

Skill Development: The competition emphasises real-world coding skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving - qualities highly valued in DSA. Through hands-on challenges in CodeLab, Scratch, Python, and App Inventor, students demonstrate independence and creativity.

ACES Framework Evaluation: We assess participants through our ACES framework (Application, Critical Thinking, Engagement, Skills Transfer), highlighting strengths and growth areas that align with DSA requirements, showcasing adaptability, enthusiasm, and technical proficiency.

Certificates & Awards: Certificates and awards provide official recognition, ideal for inclusion in DSA portfolios, underscoring your child’s commitment to coding and STEM excellence.

Confidence & Experience: Competing builds confidence, and problem-solving skills under timed challenges - valuable qualities for a strong DSA application and future academic success.

Through this competition, students gain skills and achievements that distinguish them as passionate, capable, and well-rounded DSA candidates.
Yes, absolutely! While we provide all the necessary equipment, you are welcome to bring your own device if you prefer using it.
The EdTech Quest stands out because it combines real-world coding challenges, creativity-focused projects, and skills validation with structured progression from Lyza’s curriculum. It’s an invite-only, hands-on experience that builds confidence, especially for young learners and prepares students for future tech opportunities, be it at national or international level.
We will be glad to help! You can WhatsApp us at 9358 6695 for any questions you may have.

Start your child's coding journey!

Step 1: Enquiry

Submit the form to register your interest for a trial class.

Step 2: Consultation

Step 3: Trial

Step 4: Start Learning

We contact you to understand your child's coding experience and learning goals, so we can recommend the right trial.

Your child attends a 1-hour hands-on session using our coding platform. After class, teachers share personalised feedback and next-step recommendations.