ST MARY’S SCHOOL, CAMBRIDGE

Josephine G, a St Mary’s senior school boarding student, recently conquered the Hamilton stage of the UK Intermediate Mathematical Challenge, achieving a score 45% above the Distinction grade boundary - a result only achieved by approximately 1 in 700 students participating in the challenge

The Intermediate Mathematical Challenge is a 60-minute test comprising 25 multiple-choice questions It aims to foster mathematical reasoning, precision of thought, and fluency, prompting students to engage in critical thinking The Hamilton Olympiad, an invitation-only challenge, is a subsequent stage of the Intermediate Maths Challenge Participation entails a rigorous 2-hour competition comprising six Olympiad-style problems

Josephine, armed with her mathematical prowess and steadfast determination, tackled the two-hour examination with precision and finesse Josephine emerged as the top performer in the School, exceeding students across year groups 9 to 11, and earning herself a well-deserved Distinction Her impressive achievement is a testament to her hard work, intellect, and unwavering commitment to maths excellence

‘The challenge was a really good experience; my teachers were very supportive in my preparation, when I was completing all the past papers since 2015 I would definitely encourage others to enter in the future ’

Josephine G., St Mary’s Senior School.

To achieve a distinction in a Hamilton Olympiad is an exceptional achievement As we celebrate Josephine's remarkable achievement, we look forward to the upcoming maths, and other educational tournaments that our students eagerly partake in throughout the year.