John Hooper Statistical Poster Competition
Rated Advanced, John Hooper invites students to investigate a real-world question using data and explain the findings in a self-contained digital statistical poster. Post-primary students aged 19 or younger across the island of Ireland enter individually or in teams of up to three through a teacher. The main challenge is choosing sound methods, recognising limitations and communicating an honest visual argument.
Verified information
Competition details can change. Always confirm dates, eligibility and entry requirements on the official organiser's website.
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Advanced Level
Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
Up to 19
School level
Post-primary schools on the island of Ireland; birth-year categories 2011 or later and 2008 or later
Registration method
School Only
Competition stages
Teacher registration; digital statistical poster submission; assessment and national results
Fee
Not yet announced by the organiser
Online / in-person
Online
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
25 Feb 2027
Competition starts
Not yet announced by the organiser
Competition ends
8 Apr 2027
Editorial perspective
Our Take
Registration currently described as opening soon. Poster submission closes 25 February 2027 at 17:00 Ireland time; results announced 8 April at 11:00 Ireland time. Retain the official overlapping birth-year cutoffs; confirm placement with teacher/CSO. No automatic European advancement promised.
Source information
- https://www.cso.ie/en/interactivezone/competitionsandawards/johnhooper/
- https://www.cso.ie/en/interactivezone/competitionsandawards/johnhooper/competitionrules/
- https://www.cso.ie/en/interactivezone/competitionsandawards/johnhooper/guidelines/
- https://www.cso.ie/en/interactivezone/competitionsandawards/johnhooper/registerorsubmitentry/
- https://www.cso.ie/en/interactivezone/competitionsandawards/johnhooper/2026results/
- https://www.cso.ie/en/media/csoie/competitionsandawards/johnhooper/2026/55_Policy_vs_Practice_Projected_Impact_of_Irelands_Vape_Tax_and_Flavor_Ban.pdf