Registration for the 2026 Math Kangaroo Competition is underway, with the deadline on March 17 and the exam scheduled for March 28. Originating in Australia in 1980, this math competition now covers 106 countries and regions worldwide, attracting over 6 million students annually and standing as the world's largest youth math competition.
Unlike traditional Olympiad competitions that select math prodigies through extremely difficult questions, the Math Kangaroo Competition stimulates the learning interest of students with different math foundations through interesting and life-oriented questions.
I. Unique Charm of the Math Kangaroo Competition
Founded by Australian mathematician Peter O'Halloran in 1980, the Math Kangaroo Competition has developed over 40 years into one of the world's most influential youth math events. Held in 87 countries and regions, it draws more than 6.3 million primary and secondary school students globally each year.
The greatest feature of the competition lies in its fun. The questions are designed to be close to life scenarios, incorporating elements such as animals, toys, and shopping—for example, "calculating the number of toy cars in a tunnel" and "the number of parking stops in route planning." Lower-grade questions are accompanied by pictures, and grades 1-2 even offer Chinese audio question-reading, greatly lowering the threshold for solving problems.
The question design of the Math Kangaroo Competition is closely integrated with life scenarios, with approximately 67% of the questions involving daily situations such as shopping and sports, making math no longer abstract symbolic operations.
In terms of scoring rules, the Math Kangaroo Competition adopts a graded scoring system: Levels A-B (grades 1-4) consist of 24 multiple-choice questions with a total score of 120 points; Levels C-F (grades 5-12) have 30 multiple-choice questions with a total score of 150 points. 1 point is deducted for incorrect answers, and no points are awarded for unanswered questions, requiring students to guess cautiously when uncertain.
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II. Which Children Are Suitable for the Math Kangaroo Competition?
The Math Kangaroo Competition is divided into 6 levels by grade, covering grade 1 of primary school to grade 12 of high school. Students of different ages and needs can benefit from it.
Young math beginners (grades 1-4) are the optimal participants. Children at this stage are in the formative period of mathematical thinking, and the fun and moderate difficulty of the Math Kangaroo Competition can help them build math confidence.
For students with international education plans, the international recognition of the Math Kangaroo Competition makes it a bonus item to showcase their math abilities. Some international schools even use Math Kangaroo Competition awards as a reference for math proficiency.
Students planning to participate in advanced competitions (such as AMC8) can also use the Math Kangaroo Competition as a foundation. Data shows that students who participate in the Math Kangaroo Competition from lower grades have a 50% higher pass rate when transitioning to advanced competitions like AMC8 later.
The following table shows the statistics of student participation by grade group:
| Grade Group | Cumulative Number of Participants | Key Assessed Abilities |
|---|---|---|
| Grades 1-2 | 980,000+ | Basic number sense, graphic cognition, simple logical reasoning |
| Grades 3-4 | 1.84 million+ | Four arithmetic operations, perimeter and area, basic logical reasoning |
| Grades 5-6 | 1.77 million+ | Fractions and decimals, geometric figures, application problem solving |
| Grades 7-8 | 1.09 million+ | Algebraic thinking, geometric proofs, data analysis |
| Grades 9-12 | 660,000+ | Complex math problem solving, abstract thinking |
III. Interpretation of the Math Kangaroo Competition's Value
The Math Kangaroo Competition enjoys high recognition worldwide. Top universities such as MIT and Oxford clearly indicate attention to Math Kangaroo Competition results in their application systems, and candidates with Gold Awards or above have a significantly higher chance of receiving summer school invitations.
The questions of the Math Kangaroo Competition are life-oriented and interesting: 35% of the questions assess graphic thinking (rotation, three-view recognition, etc.), 25% are logical reasoning questions, and the rest are calculation questions, application questions, and fun questions. This design aims to comprehensively evaluate students' mathematical literacy and logical thinking abilities, rather than merely testing computational skills.
A high winning rate is another feature of the Math Kangaroo Competition. Statistics show that the winning rate in the Chinese region exceeds 30%, including Super Gold Awards (top 3%), Gold Awards (top 10%), Silver Awards (top 20%), Bronze Awards (top 35%), and Math Skill Awards.
This stands in sharp contrast to the extremely low winning rates of traditional math competitions, allowing more students to gain a sense of achievement.
The following table shows the award settings of the Math Kangaroo Competition and the 2025 reference score lines:
| Award Level | Winning Percentage | 2025 Reference Score Lines (Vary by Level) |
|---|---|---|
| Super Gold Award | Top 3%-5% | Level A: 100+ points; Level B: 105+ points; Level C: 130+ points |
| Gold Award | Top 10%-15% | Level A: 85-99 points; Level B: 90-104 points; Level C: 115-129 points |
| Silver Award | Top 20%-25% | Level A: 70-84 points; Level B: 75-89 points; Level C: 100-114 points |
| Bronze Award | Top 35%-45% | - |
| Math Skill Award | Top 25% in each region | - |
For domestic students, Math Kangaroo Competition awards also have certain reference value in links such as primary to junior high school transitions. Famous schools in Beijing, Shanghai, and other cities have incorporated scores above Bronze Award into the selection system for "science and technology special students."
IV. Competition Schedule
Registration Deadline: Deadlines vary by channel; please note the distinction. The regular deadline for group registration through schools is December 31, 2025; the deadline for registration via WeChat Mini Program and authorized institutions is March 17, 2026.
Exam Date: March 28, 2026 (Saturday)
Registration Methods: Individual direct registration is not supported for the Math Kangaroo Competition. Participation is only possible through the following channels:
| Registration Channel | Target Audience | Operation Process |
|---|---|---|
| Group Registration via School | Students whose schools are official cooperative test centers | Register through the school's unified organization, submit personal information and registration fees |
| Registration via WeChat Mini Program | Students from cooperative test center schools | Search for the WeChat Mini Program "ASDAN International Science Assessment" → Register/Log in → Complete information → Search for "Math Kangaroo Competition" → Fill in information → Pay fees |
| Registration via Authorized Institutions | Students whose schools are not cooperative test centers | Register through officially authorized educational institutions |
V. Preparation Strategies & Time Planning
With only over 2 months left until the 2026 Math Kangaroo Competition, efficient preparation is crucial. Based on the characteristics of the Math Kangaroo Competition, preparation should focus on the following aspects:
Sorting out the knowledge system is the foundation. The Math Kangaroo Competition covers five categories of content: graphic questions, calculation questions, logical reasoning questions, application questions, and fun questions. Students need to systematically organize their knowledge framework and identify their strengths and weaknesses.
Specialized intensive training is the key. It is recommended that students practice past papers from the recent five years, summarize by knowledge points, and focus on overcoming weak question types. Establish an error log and review it weekly. Adopting the "3+1 training method" (3 days of practice + 1 day of testing) for cyclic review can effectively improve problem-solving abilities.
Mock exam training is indispensable. One month before the exam, conduct full-process simulations, complete 2-3 sets of past papers weekly, and strictly follow the exam time requirements. For time allocation, refer to: 40 minutes to complete the relatively simple front questions, 30 minutes to solve medium-difficulty questions, and the last 5 minutes for checking.
The following is an overview of the 2026 Math Kangaroo Competition schedule:
| Competition Level | Corresponding Grades | Exam Time | Number of Questions/Total Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level A | Grades 1-2 | March 28, 2026 09:00-10:15 | 24 questions/120 points |
| Level B | Grades 3-4 | March 28, 2026 09:00-10:15 | 24 questions/120 points |
| Level C | Grades 5-6 | March 28, 2026 10:30-11:45 | 30 questions/150 points |
| Level D | Grades 7-8 | March 28, 2026 14:00-15:15 | 30 questions/150 points |
| Level E | Grades 9-10 | March 28, 2026 14:00-15:15 | 30 questions/150 points |
| Level F | Grades 11-12 | March 28, 2026 14:00-15:15 | 30 questions/150 points |
85% of participating students have shown a significant increase in math interest, and their in-school math scores have increased by an average of 15%. Unlike traditional Olympiads that emphasize high difficulty, the Math Kangaroo Competition adheres to the core concept of "math is for everyone."
For students seeking greater challenges, the Math Kangaroo Competition can also serve as a stepping stone for advancement. Data shows that students who start participating in the Math Kangaroo Competition from grade 2 have a 50% higher pass rate when transitioning to the AMC8 Competition in grade 3.
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2013-2025 Math Kangaroo full-level past papers (PDF) + answers + new season preparation materials ⇓
Math Kangaroo Comprehensive Preparation Package: 2013-2025 A-F Bilingual (Chinese-English) Past Papers + Answers + Word Manual
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Grades 3-4
Grades 5-6
Grades 7-8
Grades 9-10
Grades 11-12
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2006-2024 English Original Practice Questions
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