FLL Future Edition Is Changing Everything — What Coaches and Schools Need to Know

FIRST Australia has now shared more details about FIRST LEGO League Future Edition, and we’re starting to get a clearer picture of what the post-SPIKE era of FLL will actually look like. In this video, I break down what we currently know about the new competition format, including the LEGO Education CS & AI system, the new collaborative robot game, the smaller field size, required student roles, age groups, costs, and how Future Edition will run alongside the existing FLL Founders Edition until 2027–2028. I also share my early thoughts on the shift away from autonomous robot problem-solving, the reduced emphasis on robot design, and what this might mean for student skill development — especially for teams aiming to progress to FTC and beyond. Finally, I discuss the unanswered questions around the “AI” component and whether it will truly deliver on its promise in future seasons. If you’re a coach, educator, parent, or student involved in FIRST LEGO League, this update is essential viewing as we prepare for the next phase of the program. Let me know in the comments what you think about these changes and whether you’re excited about the new FLL Future Edition format. @FIRSTLEGOLeagueofficial @FirstAustralia @LEGOEducation For more in-depth science, building and coding on this subject, visit www.creatoracademy.com.au