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UKMT Junior Mathematical Challenge (JMC)
Registration deadline: 8 Apr 2026
Competition date: 29 Apr 2026
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Rotary Young Artist (UK & Ireland)
Registration deadline: 30 Apr 2026
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Cambridge Re:Think Essay Competition 2026
Registration deadline: 10 May 2026
Competition date: 15 Jan 2026
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Biology Challenge (UKBC)
Registration deadline: 11 May 2026
Competition date: 27 Apr 2026
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UKMT Junior Mathematical Olympiad
Registration deadline: 12 May 2026
Competition date: 9 Jun 2026
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Cambridge Chemistry Challenge (C3L6)
Registration deadline: 29 May 2026
Competition date: 2 Jun 2026
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