Roundup· 14 Aug 2026
Junior Kangaroo vs Junior Mathematical Olympiad
How the two UKMT Junior follow-on rounds differ in format, difficulty, skills and preparation
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Roundup· 13 Aug 2026
How to Use Past Papers for Maths Competitions
A practical method for turning old competition questions into better problem-solving, not just higher practice scores
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Roundup· 12 Aug 2026
Ireland Science Competition Pathway Explained
How Irish students can move from curiosity to research, engineering and national-level science opportunities
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Roundup· 11 Aug 2026
Team Competitions vs Individual Competitions
How to choose between team and individual competitions, based on learning goals, student ownership, preparation burden and competition format.
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Roundup· 10 Aug 2026
How to Choose an Essay Competition Question
A practical editorial framework for choosing a question that can become a focused, original and well-supported essay.
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Roundup· 8 Aug 2026
Best Competitions for Junior Cycle Students in Ireland
A parent-friendly guide to maths, coding, science, writing, enterprise and creative opportunities during Junior Cycle.
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Roundup· 7 Aug 2026
Junior Physics Challenge: Complete Guide
How the BPhO junior challenge works, who it suits, and how to prepare without turning physics into a cram exercise.
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Roundup· 5 Aug 2026
Bebras vs Raspberry Pi Foundation Coding Challenge vs British Informatics Olympiad
A practical comparison of computational thinking, coding challenge, and national programming pathways for UK students.
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Roundup· 4 Aug 2026
Best Engineering Competitions for UK and Ireland Students
A practical guide to robotics, racing, satellites, design and science projects for students exploring engineering.
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Roundup· 3 Aug 2026
IMO Problem Trends: A Ten-Year Analysis of Problem Types (2017–2026)
A ten-year review of IMO problem trends and preparation lessons for students in the UK and Ireland.
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Roundup· 1 Aug 2026
How to Find a Science Fair Project Idea
A practical method for turning curiosity into a testable, safe and competition-ready research question
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Roundup· 29 Jul 2026
UK Computing Competition Pathway Explained
From Bebras and coding projects to BIO, Cambridge finals and the international informatics team
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Roundup· 28 Jul 2026
Best Competitions for Transition Year Students in Ireland
A practical guide to choosing science, enterprise, technology, creative and team projects during TY
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Roundup· 26 Jul 2026
How to Ask Your School to Enter a Competition
A practical parent and student guide to school registration, teacher support and respectful follow-up
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Roundup· 25 Jul 2026
How Long Should Students Prepare for a Competition?
A realistic planning guide for exams, essays, Olympiads, projects and science fairs
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Roundup· 24 Jul 2026
UK Physics Competition Pathway Explained
From first physics challenges to BPhO, Oxford training camp and the international Olympiads
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Roundup· 23 Jul 2026
Best Competitions Students Can Enter Without Their School
A practical UK, Ireland and international guide to direct entry, parent-supported entry, referee requirements and school-only competitions
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Roundup· 22 Jul 2026
Student Competitions to Plan for in Autumn 2026: UK & Ireland
A parent-friendly guide to September, October and November competition planning
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Roundup· 21 Jul 2026
Shanghai IMO 2026: Behind the Medals and the UK & Ireland Maths Pathways
What this year's results reveal about Olympiad problem-solving and the routes students follow to the world stage
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Roundup· 11 Jul 2026
UK Competitions Irish Primary and Secondary Students Can Enter
A practical guide for families in Ireland looking at UK-based and international competitions that may be open to Irish students.
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