2025 Scratch Coding Competition — Rules & Regulations

Competition Overview

The 2025 RoboCode Scratch Coding Competition is an individual-based challenge. This competition is built on the Scratch programming platform and evaluates participants' understanding of various game programming concepts through randomized multiple-choice questions. Participants will complete the challenge using an online platform developed by RoboCode Academy (hereafter referred to as "the Academy"). Upon completion, each participant will receive a detailed performance analysis report highlighting their strengths and areas for improvement in computational thinking.

General Provisions
  • Submission of the registration form signifies that the participant fully understands and agrees to all contents of this competition regulation and will comply strictly.
  • All rules, competition updates, requirements, and announcements will be published solely on the Academy's official Facebook page without further notice.
  • Any such announcements published on the Academy’s Facebook page form part of the competition rules.
  • To avoid administrative errors, participants are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all submitted information in accordance with competition requirements.
  • The Academy does not verify the eligibility of each applicant and bears no responsibility for such.
  • Any participant found to be ineligible, failing to meet requirements, or violating the rules may be disqualified without prior notice and without refund.
Eligibility
  • Eligibility Criteria:
    ○ Open to students aged 8 to 13, currently studying Primary 2 to Secondary 1 (or equivalent level)
    ○ Must have previously enrolled in a Scratch, mBot Robotics, or Minecraft Modding course at the Academy
  • Competition Categories:
    ○ Junior Division: Primary 2 to Primary 4 (or equivalent)
    ○ Senior Division: Primary 5 to Secondary 1 (or equivalent)
  • Each student is allowed to participate once only.
Registration Details
  • Registration Period: May 23, 2025 (Friday) to June 20, 2025 (Friday)
  • Registration must be completed by 11:59 PM on the closing date.
  • Registration Fee: HK$100 (Limited-Time Offer)
  • The English name submitted will be used for certificates and trophies. Any post-issuance changes will incur administrative charges.
  • All participants must register via the online form.
  • Late applications will not be accepted.
  • Each time slot is limited to 4 participants, and spots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis based on the submission timestamp of the registration form.
Competition Schedule & Format
  • Competition Dates: June 23, 2025 (Monday) to July 11, 2025 (Friday)
  • Session Duration: 90 minutes total
    ○ Check-in: 15 minutes
    ○ Briefing: 15 minutes
    ○ Answering Time: 60 minutes
    ○ Number of Questions: 45 in total
    ○ Randomized question formats: including but not limited to multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, true/false, and drag-and-drop ordering questions
  • Late arrival beyond the check-in period will result in automatic disqualification. No rescheduling or refunds will be arranged.
  • Participants must indicate 3 available time slots via the online form for scheduling purposes. Allocation will be on a first-come, first-served basis. If the first choice is full, the next available option will be assigned.
  • Available Time Slots:
    ○ Monday or Friday:
    - 10:30 – 12:00
    - 12:00 – 13:30
    - 14:30 – 16:00
    - 16:00 – 17:30
    - 17:30 – 19:00
    ○ Saturday:
    - 09:45 – 11:15
    - 11:30 – 13:00
    - 13:30 – 15:00
    - 15:15 – 16:45
    - 17:00 – 18:30
    ○ Sunday:
    - 09:30 – 11:00
    - 11:15 – 12:45
    - 13:15 – 14:45
    - 15:00 – 16:30
    - 16:45 – 18:15
  • Location: RoboCode Academy – Kowloon Bay Main Campus
  • Equipment: iPad will be provided by the Academy; no personal devices required
Competition Rules
  • Participants must comply with all competition rules, including but not limited to:
    ○ No cheating, plagiarism, or use of unauthorized materials
    ○ No disruption of other participants or the competition process
    ○ No communication with other participants during the session
  • Any participant found violating the rules may be disqualified without refund.
  • The Academy will assist with platform login and provide basic technical support.
Awards
  • Each category will include Champion, First Runner-up, Second Runner-up, and Merit Awards.
  • Awards are determined based on total scores in descending order.
  • In the event of a tie, all tied participants will receive the same award level.
  • The Academy reserves the right to adjust the number or type of awards.
  • All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation and a Performance Report. Winners will receive additional certificates or prizes.
Terms and Conditions
  • In the event of cancellation or changes to the competition, the Academy will notify participants accordingly.
  • The Academy reserves full discretion to arrange all dates, times, and venues of the competition; objections will not be accepted.
  • The Academy reserves the right to cancel any session and notify affected participants.
  • The Academy reserves the right to adjust or modify any part of the competition arrangements as necessary.
  • All participants must comply with the rules set by the Academy. Any violation may result in disqualification.
  • The Academy reserves the right to revise any published rules, details, or arrangements. All official updates will be posted on the Academy's Facebook page.
  • All decisions made by the Academy are final and binding.
  • The Academy reserves the right to alter any terms, awards, or judging arrangements without prior notice.
  • Participants’ personal data will be used solely for competition-related purposes and will not be shared without consent.
  • The Academy will handle all personal data in compliance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance.
  • The Academy may use participants' scores and related data for educational, promotional, or research purposes.
  • In the event of discrepancies between the English and Chinese versions of the Terms and Conditions, the Chinese version shall prevail. The Academy reserves the right of final interpretation.