The city of Al Ain witnessed an extraordinary display of young talent and innovation as Excel International School and Edustream successfully hosted the region's first Inter-school AI & Robotics Competition on Saturday, April 12. The landmark event, held at the prestigious Al Ain Equestrian Shooting & Golf Club, brought together students from ten educational institutions across the city.The competition featured participants from Al Ain Juniors Nursery, House of Colours Nursery, English Garden Nursery, Liwa International School Falaj Hazza, Excel International School Al Ain, Al Ain Junior School, Al Ain Juniors School - Indian System, Al Ain Juniors School - British System, Emirates National Schools Al Ain, and Darul Huda Islamic School..Throughout the day, students engaged in various robotics challenges and AI-focused projects that tested their technical knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. The competition was designed to nurture innovation and technological skills among students of different age groups, reflecting the growing emphasis on STEM education in the UAE."We are incredibly proud to pioneer such an important initiative in Al Ain," said Leonard Murphy, Principal of Excel International School. "This competition demonstrates our commitment to preparing students for future careers in technology and innovation. The level of creativity and technical expertise displayed by all participants was truly impressive."“I'm truly impressed watching these kids dive into hands-on projects with Ai and robotics. It's wonderful to see them tackle real challenges, think creatively, and use tools like AI to solve problems. They're developing such important skills in a practical, real-world setting.” - Head Judge“This has been an incredible opportunity for our kids to explore robotics and AI firsthand. It's wonderful seeing them engaged in such diverse activities—some are programming their own robots, while others are flying drones. Even our kindergarteners are having a blast! The excitement on their faces says it all.- Liwa International School Coordinator“We're absolutely thrilled to be participating in this event put on by Excel International School and Edustream. It's been wonderful watching my child explore robotics and AI at such a young age. I'm amazed to see these little ones taking on challenges and pushing their boundaries—they're learning and growing in ways I never imagined possible for children this young.” - ParentThe competition was judged by a panel of experts from the fields of artificial intelligence, robotics, and education. Participants were evaluated based on their technical execution, innovative thinking, teamwork, and presentation skills.Winners from this regional round have earned their place in the finals, which will be held next month in Dubai, where they will compete against winners from other emirates.Parents and teachers expressed their appreciation for the platform that allowed students to showcase their talents and gain valuable experience in a competitive setting.As a leading British international school in Al Ain, Excel International School offers a nurturing environment where students thrive with a world-class British curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The success of events like the AI & Robotics Competition demonstrates the school's commitment to innovation and preparing students for future challenges. Enrollment for the upcoming academic year is now open!To book a personal tour or request more information visit https://eisalain.com/admissions/enquire-now-main