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What is SMC
Introducing the Singapore Math Challenge (SMC), a platform showcasing top math practices and challenging students globally.
Last year, over 20,000 students participated. Leading countries use international benchmarks to enhance education, as seen in Singapore’s globally-informed syllabus.
As the New Zealand host, we emphasize the benefits for our students, who can gain valuable skills and international exposure by participating in Singapore's math program.
Level:
Singapore Grade 1-11 （NZ Year 2-12）
The top 40% of participants will be invited to compete at the SINGAPORE MATH GLOBAL FINALS (SMGF) to be held worldwide.
SMC (2024) exam date and time:
Date: September 15th, 2024.
Time:
19:00-20:30 (NZ time)
15:00-16:30 (Singapore, China, Perth-Australia time)
17:00-18:30 (Melbourne & Sydney-Australia)
SMC (2024) registration deadline: September 8, 2024
SMGF (2025) date: March 2, 2025
The fees for entering the SMC exam: $35
BANK: ANZ
Name of Account: Pinnacle Education Group
Account: 06-0241-0684634-00
Please make payment with the students 'full name + SMC ' as reference.
⚠️ Please note that any fees and payments made are non-refundable.
⚠️ Before you make any payment, read through the refund policy on our website to avoid misunderstandings.
(Terms and conditions apply).
Please note: If you register after the deadline (September 8th 2024), the fees will be doubled to $70 each student.
PGA reserves the right to interpret all competition and course arrangements.
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Close date of registering: Sep 8, 2024
The successful registration is confirmed upon receipt of the registration fee.
Exam Format
Exam duration
90 mins
Total Score
100 points
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G1-G4 (NZ Year 2-5): NOT allowed
G5-G11 (NZ Year 6-12): allowed
Section A
15
Multiple choice Questions
2 points for each correct answer
0 point for each unanswered question
Total marks =30
Section B
10
Non-routine Questions
4 points for each correct answer
0 point for each unanswered question
Total marks =40
Section C
6
Non-routine Questions
5 points for each correct answer
0 point for each unanswered question
Total marks =30
Syllabus
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Awards
Online E-certificates and performance reports are provided for all participants, with each receiving an award E-certificate.
All Award winners are also invited to compete in the Singapore Math Global Finals (SMGF) 2025.
Please note, from 2024, SMC will NOT qualify for Scholarship Points for induction to the International Junior Honor Society (IJHS).
Preparation Course
