About MCE Singapore
Maths Competition (SMC)
Looking to challenge yourself and elevate your mathematical thinking skills? The MCE Singapore Mathematics Competition (SMC) invites students from Grades 3 to 8 globally to experience the power of the world-renowned Singapore Maths approach.
The Singapore Maths approach is known to help students build deep conceptual understanding and metacognitive skills needed to become acute problem solvers. This proven approach has propelled Singapore to the top of global education rankings such as PISA and TIMSS.
The MCE SMC 2026 is mapped to the latest Singapore Primary and Lower Secondary Maths syllabus. This competition is designed to challenge and improve students’ reasoning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
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Master Mathematics Skills: Sharpen your mathematical problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
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Ignite the Joy of Learning: Create excitement and enthusiasm in Maths among the international community of primary school students.
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Prestige and Recognition: Add this prestigious achievement record to your portfolio which opens new scholarship and internship opportunities.
Building on our legacy of organizing flagship competitions like the Visual-Spatial Mathlympics, Annual Mathlympics and the ISMC, the MCE SMC is expertly curated to serve as the definitive global benchmark for young mathematicians.
Join MCE SMC 2026 today!
Competition Categories
Grade 3 to Grade 8 or Primary 3 to Secondary 2
Regional Round: Format and Duration
Competition Date : 6 June 2026, 8:30 - 10:00 Bangkok Time
Registration Closing Date : 22 May 2026
Duration: 1.5 hours
Syllabus: Singapore Primary and Secondary Math Syllabus
Format: 40 MCQs
Mode: Online, Calculators are allowed for SMC from Grades 5 - 8
Total number of questions per grade level: 40
Marks will be awarded for correct answers only. There will be no deduction of marks for wrong answers or unattempted questions. All decisions made by the organizers and judges will be final.
Result Announcement
Results are confidential and will be released online via our partner’s platform on 13 June 2026.
All e-certificates will be accessible via the competition platform latest by 19 June 2026.
Award
Top students will be awarded a Gold / Silver / Bronze e-certificate.
An e-certificate of participation will be awarded to all other students
GLOBAL Round: Format and Duration
Competition Date : 3 - 5 July 2026, Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
Registration Closing Date : 22 June 2026
Duration: 2 hours
Syllabus: Singapore Primary and Secondary Math Syllabus
Format: 40 MCQs and 10 Structured Questions
Mode: Written Paper, Calculators are allowed for SMC from Grades 5 - 8
Venue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (exact venue TBC)
Total number of questions per grade level: 50
Marks will be awarded for correct answers only. There will be no deduction of marks for wrong answers or unattempted questions. All decisions made by the organizers and judges will be final.
About MCE Singapore
Science Competition (SSC)
(Previously known as International Singapore Science Competition – ISSC)
Step into the world of science with the Marshall Cavendish Education Singapore Science Competition (SSC) – an exciting new challenge for Grades 3 – 6 students globally! Rooted in Singapore’s primary science syllabus, SSC enables young learners to demonstrate their understanding and application of science concepts.
Singapore’s brand of science education is celebrated globally, with Singapore students consistently ranking at the top in prestigious international assessments like TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study) and PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment). This competition brings the rigor and excellence of Singapore’s approach to science education to learners worldwide, offering them an opportunity to experience the same standards that have propelled Singapore to the forefront of global education.
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Master Scientific Inquiry Skills: Encourage students to inquire like scientists and build their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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Ignite the Joy of Learning: Create excitement and enthusiasm in Maths among the international community of primary school students.
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Prestige and Recognition: Add this prestigious achievement record to students’ portfolio which opens school admission, scholarship and internship opportunities.
Join SSC today and showcase your potential as a future science leader!
Competition Categories
Grade 3 to Grade 6 or Primary 3 to Primary 6
Regional Round: Format and Duration
Competition Date : 6 June 2026, 13:00 - 14:30 Bangkok Time
Registration Closing Date : 22 May 2026
Duration: 90 min
Syllabus: Singapore Primary Science Syllabus
Format: 40 Questions
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (25 questions)
Section B: Structured Questions (15 questions)
Mode: Online
Total number of questions per grade level: 40
Marks will be awarded for correct answers only. There will be no deduction of marks for wrong answers or unattempted questions. All decisions made by the organizers and judges will be final.
Result Announcement
Results are confidential and will be released online via our partner’s platform on 13 June 2026.
All e-certificates will be accessible via the competition platform latest by 19 June 2026.
Awards
Top students will be awarded a Gold / Silver / Bronze e-certificate.
An e-certificate of participation will be awarded to all other students
GLOBAL Round: Format and Duration
Competition Date : 3 - 5 July 2026, Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
Registration Closing Date : 22 June 2026
Duration: 1.5 hours
Syllabus: Singapore Primary Science Syllabus
Format: 40 Questions
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (25 questions)
Section B: Structured Questions (15 questions)
Mode: Written Paper
Venue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (exact venue TBC)
Total number of questions per grade level: 40
Marks will be awarded for correct answers only. There will be no deduction of marks for wrong answers or unattempted questions. All decisions made by the organizers and judges will be final.
