Royal Princeton In-heritage Philharmonic International Competitions

Mathematics & Science

The Royal Princeton In-heritage Philharmonic International Mathematics & Science Competitions offers students a unique opportunity to broaden their horizons and enhance their problem-solving and analytical skills. These prestigious contests foster academic brilliance and open doors to exclusive scholarships, elite summer learning tour packages at the University of Cambridge and University of Oxford in the UK, award ceremonies, and specialised gifted programmes. Participation in these competitions enhances students' profiles, significantly boosting their chances of admission to top universities worldwide.

We are honoured to have our mathematics team led by Mr. Frederick Ho from Singapore, a distinguished educator with over 35 years of international teaching experience. As a former Senior Curriculum Officer and teacher of Mathematics at prestigious institutions, including international IB high schools and universities, Mr. Ho brings unparalleled expertise to the table. He is also a co-author of various Cambridge IGCSE, O-Level, and A-Level Mathematics textbooks published and to be published by Marshall Cavendish Education. With Mr. Ho at the helm, our team will craft questions that ensure the assessments are insightful and uphold the highest standards of excellence.

Top winners, having achieved the highest scores in their respective school year levels, are set to receive prestigious Royal Princeton Scholarships. Top winners who achieve our Royal Princeton Super Cup Top Award may earn the full packages with scholarships, air tickets, meals, and accommodation for prestigious summer learning tours at the University of Cambridge and University of Oxford in the UK! Additionally, these distinguished students will be invited to attend the esteemed Royal Princeton In-heritage Philharmonic International Winner Awards Ceremony, which will be held in the afternoon on Saturday, 7^th June 2025, at HKPC Conference Hall, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong. Such recognition may boost their confidence and inspires continued excellence and dedication in their future endeavours. Join us in this remarkable journey of intellectual challenge and achievement!

Awards

Awards and Winner Awards Ceremony

Royal Princeton In-heritage Philharmonic International Mathematics & Science Competitions

Top Winner and First Runner-Up Winner

Having achieved the highest score and the second highest score in each school year level

Gold Award

10% of the participants

Silver Award

15% of the participants

Bronze Award

25% of the participants

Merit Award

Participation Certificate

50% of the participants

Result Reports for Schools and Students

Our result reports are enriched with comparative statistical data and charts for participating schools and provide individualised insights for students. They empower both schools and participants to develop effective strategies for addressing unfamiliar questions, and identifying their strengths and weaknesses. These reports play a vital role in guiding students towards enhancing their mathematics and science skills by providing essential insights that drive academic growth and proficiency.

ALL participants will receive paper certificates by the end of May.

Registration

2026 Mathematics & Science Competitions: For Schools

School Year Level

Students from Primary 4 to Secondary 4, or Year 5 to Year 11

Testing Period

Monday, 2^nd March 2026 to Thursday, 2^nd April 2026 (5 weeks)

Languages

English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese

Duration and Structure

Mathematics and Science
‍60 minutes: Primary 4 to Secondary 4 (Year 5 to Year 11)

Mathematics
Total 30 Questions (25 MCQ + 5 open ended questions)
Primary 4 to Secondary 4 (Year 5 to Year 11)

Science
Total 35 Questions (30 MCQ + 5 open ended questions)
Primary 4 to Secondary 4 (Year 5 to Year 11)

Download Sample Questions and Assessments Frameworks

Most questions align with common topics in standard Hong Kong and International Curricula.

Primary students cannot use electronic calculators.

Secondary students can use “HKEAA or HKEA APPROVED” electronic calculators.

Medium and Venue

Students will take the tests online at school, with teachers supervising to ensure fairness and integrity. This ensures all students have an equal opportunity to perform their best.
Online tests
Supported hardware devices: Windows PC / Mac / iPad / Android Tablets

Early Bird Registration

Regular Registration

Online Registration Form

Click this hyperlink to register for the competition for your school students. After registration, we will mail a paper invoice to the school coordinator within 3 working days.

Microsoft Excel Form

Download a Microsoft Excel Form and fill in the participants’ information.
Submit the completed Excel form to office@princetonassessments.com before 16^th February 2026.

2026 Mathematics & Science Competitions: For Individual Students

School Year Level

Students from Primary 4 to Secondary 4 (Year 5 to Year 11)

Testing Date and Venue

Saturday, 21^st March 2026

Computer Room, 1/F, HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong

Limited computer seats available—first register, first served!