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Perse Coding Team Challenge

Rated Advanced, this free online coding challenge is entered through schools for teams of students up to Year 11 or S4. Teams begin with a first round, while the strongest certificate performers are encouraged towards the second. The main challenge is coordinating algorithmic problem solving, writing correct code quickly and checking solutions together under timed conditions.

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OVERALL COMPETITION LEVEL

Advanced Level

3 evaluation dimensions have source-backed automatic scores; 0 dimensions need conflict review.

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Competition overview

Key information

Eligible ages

Up to 16

School level

Year 11 (S4 in Scotland)

Registration method

School Only

Fee

free

Online / in-person

Online

02

Dates

Competition timeline

Registration opens

Not yet announced by the organiser

Registration closes

19 Jan 2026

Competition starts

26 Jan 2026

Competition ends

6 Feb 2026

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Editorial perspective

Our Take

Please note: Round 2 is recommended only for those achieving the highest certificate level in Round 1.

Source information

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