AMC Early Primary (Hurstville)

Early Primary AMC Australian Mathematics Competition Year 1 to 2 AU - Hosted by Rainbow Academy Ryde

The Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) is Australia’s longest running, largest and best known mathematics competition. Each year, hundreds of thousands of students across Australia and around the world participate in this exciting challenge designed to develop mathematical reasoning, problem-solving skills and logical thinking.
The AMC encourages students to challenge themselves through engaging and thought-provoking questions while building confidence and a deeper understanding of mathematics.

From 12 – 23 October, AMC are offering a pilot of the AMC Early Primary paper for Years 1 and 2.

This is only available to schools in Australia and New Zealand.

About the Competition:
25 questions (20 multiple choice and 5 integer-answer)
50 minutes
One sitting per student (multiple sittings are not allowed)
From 2027, the AMC Early Primary division will be part of standard AMC offerings.

What to Bring

• Pencils and eraser
• Their own device (laptop / iPad / tablet) with an internet browser
• Optional: approved calculator

Key Information

• Competition Entry Fee: $10
• Test Dates: 14 & 21 Oct 2026
• Start Time: 4:30pm 14 Oct 2026 and 4:30pm 21 Oct 2026

(Please arrive 15–20 minutes early for device setup and system adjustment.)

• Enrolment Due Date: 11 October 2026

Why Participate?
AMC helps students strengthen critical thinking, mathematical reasoning and problem-solving abilities in a fun and challenging environment. Participants also have the opportunity to receive certificates and awards for outstanding achievement.