Outstanding Results at da Vinci Decathlon

2026 da Vinci Decathlon

This week, MLC School students students demonstrated outstanding achievement across both days of the 2026 da Vinci Decathlon. The da Vinci Decathlon is an academically rigorous, interdisciplinary competition, which challenges high‑potential learners through complex problem-solving across a wide range of subject areas.

On Tuesday 12 May, our Year 7 – Year 8 team proudly represented the School and competed against more than 150 teams:

The Year 7 team achieved an exceptional 1st place in the state in Creative Producers – a remarkable accomplishment.

In recognition of their success, the team was invited to perform their winning dramatic piece in front of the full audience, showcasing impressive creativity, confidence and teamwork.

On Wednesday 13 May, MLC School’s Year 9 – Year 11 students also achieved excellent results.

Year 10 team placed 2nd in the state in Art and Poetry
Year 9 team secured 2nd place in the state in Cartography (Geography)

On Thursday 14 May, Year 6 students achieved a phenomenal

1st in State in Code Breaking!

These results highlight the depth of talent, collaboration and intellectual curiosity across our student teams.

Congratulations to all students involved on their dedication, teamwork and outstanding performance across both days. Thank you James Adams and Amy Kirk, High Potential Learning Leaders, for your support of these students.

Please see the full list of da Vinci Decathlon teams below:

Year 5