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Short guides for parents, teachers and students: choosing a competition, key dates and how to prepare.
Posted 2026-11-10How to choose the right competition for your child in 2027
A simple guide for Malaysian parents: pick a 2027 English, Maths or Science competition by age, subject and goal, and register before the deadline.
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Posted 2026-11-10HIPPO 2027 Malaysia: dates, categories and how to register
HIPPO English Without Borders 2027 in Malaysia: Preliminary Round 2–4 April, register by 19 March, categories from Baby Hippo to Hippo 5, and the World Final in Italy.
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Posted 2026-11-10ESBee 2027: from the Qualifier to the Spelling World Cup in Beijing
ESBee 2027 explained: Qualifier 30 April – 2 May, Final 5 June, Online Spelling Round 12 June, register by 15 April, and the route to the ASBC & WSC in Beijing.
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