Mathematicians at Springwood High School were equal to the challenge, when they recorded impressive scores in a national maths competition.

The 106 Year 7 and 8 students were put through their paces in this year’s UKMT Junior Mathematics Challenge, which tasked them with solving a series of reason and logic-based problems.

“Students completed a one-hour assessment, which consisted of multiple-choice, problem-solving questions,” said Maths Teacher Lucy Edwards, who helped prepare the students for the event.

Each year more than 650,000 students take part in competitions run by the UK Maths Trust, and they have become regular events at Springwood, which is part of the West Norfolk Academies Trust.

“The event takes place every year, and there is also an Intermediate and Senior Maths Challenge yearly,” continued Miss Edwards.

“All students who took part received a certificate, many of whom achieved a Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award.”

Among the high achievers were three students who attained Gold. George, Charlotte, and Jan will now progress to the next round of the competition, which will take place in June.

“These events are important to build resilience for students tackling challenging problems, as well as promote a love for Maths,” added Miss Edwards.

“This also encourages the development of students’ reasoning, creative thinking, and deduction skills required for GCSE and A-Levels.”