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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
Published on 13 Aug 2026DetailsRoundup
Ireland Science Competition Pathway Explained
How Irish students can move from curiosity to research, engineering and national-level science opportunities
Published on 12 Aug 2026DetailsRoundup
Team Competitions vs Individual Competitions
How to choose between team and individual competitions, based on learning goals, student ownership, preparation burden and competition format.
Published on 11 Aug 2026DetailsRoundup
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.
Published on 10 Aug 2026DetailsRoundup
Best Competitions for Junior Cycle Students in Ireland
A parent-friendly guide to maths, coding, science, writing, enterprise and creative opportunities during Junior Cycle.
Published on 8 Aug 2026DetailsRoundup
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.
Published on 7 Aug 2026DetailsRoundup
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.
Published on 5 Aug 2026DetailsRoundup
Best Engineering Competitions for UK and Ireland Students
A practical guide to robotics, racing, satellites, design and science projects for students exploring engineering.
Published on 4 Aug 2026DetailsRoundup
How to Find a Science Fair Project Idea
A practical method for turning curiosity into a testable, safe and competition-ready research question
Published on 1 Aug 2026DetailsRoundup
UK Computing Competition Pathway Explained
From Bebras and coding projects to BIO, Cambridge finals and the international informatics team
Published on 29 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
Best Competitions for Transition Year Students in Ireland
A practical guide to choosing science, enterprise, technology, creative and team projects during TY
Published on 28 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
How to Ask Your School to Enter a Competition
A practical parent and student guide to school registration, teacher support and respectful follow-up
Published on 26 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
How Long Should Students Prepare for a Competition?
A realistic planning guide for exams, essays, Olympiads, projects and science fairs
Published on 25 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
UK Physics Competition Pathway Explained
From first physics challenges to BPhO, Oxford training camp and the international Olympiads
Published on 24 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
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
Published on 23 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
Student Competitions to Plan for in Autumn 2026: UK & Ireland
A parent-friendly guide to September, October and November competition planning
Published on 22 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
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
Published on 21 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
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.
Published on 11 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
UKMT Competition Pathway Explained: JMC, IMC, SMC, Kangaroos and Olympiads
A parent guide to the UKMT maths competition system, age routes and follow-on rounds
Published on 9 Jul 2026DetailsRoundup
English-Speaking Union Competitions: Shakespeare, Debating and Public Speaking Guide
A parent-friendly guide to ESU Performing Shakespeare, Schools' Mace, Public Speaking Competition and the International Public Speaking Competition.
Published on 8 Jul 2026Details