There are many Math Olympiads in Singapore, where students from as young as Primary 1 are invited to embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of competitive mathematics. The earlier students begin their training, the easier it is to help them prepare for contests like RMO, SMOPS, NMOS, and SASMO.

Learn how to bolster your child’s chances of securing Direct School Admission (Math Domain) confirmed offers at Top Integrated Programme secondary schools by scoring in the Math Olympiad.

 

Key Details of Top 2024 Math Olympiads Available for Primary Schools

 

Raffles Mathematical Olympiad (RMO) by Raffles Institution 

RMO Round 1 : 26 March 2024
RMO Round 2 : 19 April 2024

The RMO is a distinguished Math Olympiad known for the unique combination of math together with real-world application to problem-solving. It is considered by many to be the toughest math contest at the primary school level.

Students taking the RMO will be challenged with mathematical questions, known for their depth and creativity, that require the innovative usage of mathematical knowledge as applied to various practical scenarios.

Singapore Mathematical Olympiad for Primary School (SMOPS) by Hwa Chong 

SMOPS Round 1: 18 April 2024 (online and hosted in schools)
SMOPS Invitational: 25 May 2024

SMOPS is renowned as one of the oldest and most prestigious Math Olympiad in Singapore. It is ranked as the second most difficult math contest for primary school students.

Participants will be faced with intricate mathematical challenges that require both a creative problem-solving mindset and perseverance to be a medal winner.

National Mathematical Olympiad of Singapore (NMOS) by NUS High

NMOS : June / July 2024

NMOS is a nationwide Math Olympiad designed to identify top young mathematicians who can represent Singapore on the international stage. It also serves as a valuable addition to the student’s DSA portfolio for application to NUS High.

While the level of difficulty is pitched at primary 5 and above, the NMOS presents challenging mathematical problems that assess participants’ problem-solving skills and mathematical reasoning ability.

Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO)

SASMO : 31 March 2024

SASMO is one of the largest Math Olympiad in Asia, with over 20,000 participants from over 20 countries annually.

It is recommended for beginners who are looking for an entry-level Math Olympiad to gain experience with competition math. The questions are designed to allow students to apply previously learned concepts to challenging non-routine questions, rather than testing for knowledge beyond the syllabus. 

 

Significance and Benefits of Joining the Math Olympiad

1. The Math Olympiads provide a specific platform for students to tackle creative and non-routine math questions under time pressure, hence promoting the development of critical thinking and problem-solving abilities from an early age.
2. Doing well in the Math Olympiads bolsters students’ self-confidence and self-esteem and provides a sense of achievement that extends beyond school academic grades.
3. The Math Olympiads provide students the opportunity to connect with fellow young mathematicians with the same drive, leading to a supportive community that inspires further learning and collaboration.
4. Demonstrating a track record of winning medals in Math Olympiads will further strengthen your child’s DSA portfolio for application to top Integrated Programme secondary schools.

 

What Are The Recommended Training Programmes for Math Olympiad

Finding the right Math Olympiad training centre makes a big difference in whether your child becomes a Math Olympiad Medallist Winner!

To help your child navigate these challenges and thrive in their Math Olympiad journey, you may consider enrolling your child in the Math Olympiad Small Group Classes offered by NickleBee Tutors.

The NickleBee Tutors Math Olympiad programme is designed to help students develop critical thinking skills and apply advanced math strategies in creative contexts. It is taught exclusively by Mr Zhou, an Alumnus of Raffles Institution (Gifted Education Programme) and National University of Singapore. He is also a multi-award winning Math Olympiad Gold Medallist (Ranked 23rd in Singapore), High Distinction holder in the Australian Math Competition, and Distinction holder in the American High School Math Competition.

Based on Mr Zhou’s experience conducting Math Olympiad courses at local top schools, he has designed a set of resources for Primary pupils training for local and international math competitions, to prepare them for the rigours of competitive math and maximize their results.

The NickleBee Tutors Math Olympiad curriculum and worksheets are constantly revised to keep up with the latest competition trends, which include new concepts, question styles and problem-solving strategies.

At NickleBee Tutors, 75% of our 2023 Math Olympiad students have won GOLD & SILVER awards or better in the NMOS, SMOPS and SASMO and all who have gone through our Math Olympiad training course easily scored an AL1 in the PSLE Mathematics Exam.

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