We are delighted to announce Bromley High School pupils have achieved remarkable success in the nationwide BBC Gladiators micro:bit competition, securing a place in the top 50 entries!

The pupils’ innovative ‘Gladiator’ gadget is a testament to their creativity and hard work. The competition, which was open to pupils aged 7 to 11 across the country, saw an overwhelming number of entries, making it a significant accomplishment to be in the top 50. The BBC judges were highly impressed with the standard of submissions, particularly praising the exceptional creativity demonstrated by all the finalists.

“We are incredibly proud of our pupils’ achievement they poured their hearts into designing their ‘Gladiator’ gadget, and to reach the final 50 out of so many entries is a fantastic result.”Mrs Shallcross, EdTech and Innovation Consultant Teacher & Head of Computing (Junior School)

As a reward for their impressive achievement, the pupils received a class set of micro:bits and a certificate of achievement, providing them with valuable tools for further exploration in coding and technology.

The BBC Gladiators micro:bit competition aimed to inspire young people to explore the exciting possibilities of coding and technology. Bromley High School is committed to fostering a love of STEM subjects, and this achievement is a shining example of the students’ talent and dedication.

The BBC encourages the continued exploration of micro:bit technology and provides a wealth of resources available here.