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The Ultimate Guide to the NMOS, RMO, APMOPS (Part 3):Don't Miss These Last-Month APMOPS Exam Tips and Free Activities
The first round of the 2025 Asia Pacific Mathematical Olympiad for Primary Schools (APMOPS) for Singapore and Malaysia schools is just one month away, scheduled for Thursday, April 17. Many parents and students are now intensively preparing for APMOPS. As the final installment of the “The Ultimate Guide to the NMOS, RMO, APMOPS” series, in this article we will provide you with a detailed introduction to APMOPS, including a professional analysis of the competition content, preparation strategies, and everything you need to know about APMOPS and how to prepare for it!
This article covers:
- Competition Overview
- Key Dates for APMOPS 2025
- Participating Grades and Groups
- Rounds and Registration Methods
- Competition Details
- Award Settings
- Significance of the Competition
- Kangaroo.Study's Recent Achievements
- Overlap Between APMOPS and Kangaroo Study Materials
- Exam Analysis
- APMOPS Preparation Tips and Activities
At the end of this article, we will offer some fantastic freebies:
- Free RMO & APMOPS Mock Exam Registration
- Free Access to APMOPS Past Year Papers (with Anwsers)
- Exclusive Preparation Materials
- Join our WhatsApp Competition Group for professional learning planning and preparation guidance!
For detailed information on NMOS and RMO, please refer to our previous articles:
NMOS: https://bbs.kangaroo.study/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=1263&extra=page%3D1
RMO: https://bbs.kangaroo.study/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=1273&page=1&extra=#pid10971
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1. Competition Overview
The Singapore Mathematical Olympiad for Primary Schools (SMOPS) is organized by Hwa Chong Institution and is one of the most prestigious math competitions for primary school students in Singapore, highly valued for DSA. In 2002, the competition was renamed the Asia Pacific Mathematical Olympiad for Primary Schools (APMOPS), inviting participants from other Asia-Pacific countries. Each year, around 3,000 students from Singapore participate.
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2. Key Dates for APMOPS 2025
- Registration Period: February 1 - February 28, 2025 (Closed)
- APMOPS Round 1:
- Singapore and Malaysia Schools: April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
- Other Overseas Centers: April 19, 2025 (Saturday)
- Round 1 Results Release: May 1, 2025, on apmops.hci.edu.sg/results.
- APMOPS Invitational Round and Award Announcement: May 31, 2025 (Saturday)
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3. Participating Grades and Groups
- APMOPS Round 1: P6 Students
- Junior APMOPS Round 1: P5 Students (Maximum 10 students per school)
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4. Rounds and Registration Methods
- Rounds:
- Round 1: Held at participating schools in Singapore and overseas centers.
- Invitational Round (Round 2): Held at Hwa Chong Institution (High School Section). The top 50 participants from Round 1 in Singapore and up to 10 participants from overseas centers will be invited.
- Registration: Only through schools.
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5. Competition Details
- Format: Online
- Duration: 2 hours
- Questions: 30 questions (10 worth 4 points, 10 worth 5 points, and 10 worth 6 points), totaling 150 points.
- Scoring: Only correct answers are awarded points; no penalty for wrong or unanswered questions.
- Prohibited Items: Calculators, math sets, or math tables are not allowed.
- Latecomers will not be permitted to participate.
- Topics Covered:
- Arithmetic and Algebra
- Number Theory
- Geometry
- Combinatorics and Counting Principles
- Number Patterns and Puzzles
- Word Problems
- Logical Problems
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6. Award Settings
- Round 1 Awards:
- Platinum Award (Top 1.5% or top 50, whichever is lower)
- Gold Award (Next 2.5% or 70, whichever is lower)
- Silver Award (Next 6%, approximately 180 students)
- Bronze Award (Next 10%, approximately 300 students)
- Participation Certificates for remaining participants
- The top 50 participants will be invited to the APMOPS Invitational Round.
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7. Significance of the Competition
APMOPS is one of the most prestigious and challenging math competitions for primary school students in Singapore, often considered on par with RMO in terms of difficulty. It provides a high-level platform for math enthusiasts and is highly valued for DSA applications, especially for top schools like Hwa Chong Institution and Nanyang Girls' High School. A Platinum Award in APMOPS significantly increases the chances of receiving a Conditional Offer from Hwa Chong Institution.
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8. Kangaroo.Study's Recent Achievements
2023: APMOPS: 21 students participated, with 4 receiving Platinum awards (out of 50 in Singapore), making up 19.04%. Additionally, 4 students won Gold medals, 8 won Silver medals, and 2 won Bronze medals. 2024: APMOPS: Out of a total of 50 Platinum and 70 Gold medals in Singapore, 11 were awarded to Kangaroo. Study students (4 Platinum and 7 Gold), representing 24% of all participants.---
9. Overlap Between APMOPS and Kangaroo Study Materials
We take the 2023 specific questions as an example:
By comparing the actual exam questions, we can see that the APMOPS exam content closely aligns with our teaching materials, helping students handle this challenging competition with greater ease and confidence.
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10. APMOPS Exam Analysis
Examined Knowledge Points
Kangaroo.Study has compiled the past ten years of SMOPS actual exam questions. From the data, we can see that the Geometry module has the highest proportion in previous SMOPS exams, followed by the Comprehensive module and the Calculation module.
Commonly Tested Knowledge Points in Each Module:
For a detailed breakdown of the 7 major module knowledge points, please refer to the “RMO & APMOPS Knowledge Point Self-Check List”.
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11. APMOPS Preparation Tips and Activities
- How to Practice:
- Step 1: Practice 10 years of past papers.
- Step 2: Re-practice the papers.
- Step 3: Attempt mock exams.
- Key Points:
At the same time, practicing problems should not be done blindly. It’s important to focus on three key aspects: - Detailed Steps: Ensure a deep understanding of each step in the solution process. - Scientific Questioning: Ask targeted questions to clarify doubts and deepen understanding.
- Summarize Lessons Learned: Reflect on the mathematical principles and problem-solving strategies used in each question.
- Free Resources and Activities:
1). APMOPS Past Papers (2007-2024):
SMOPS (APMOPS) Round 1 Past Paper and Answers:
SMOPS 2007 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2007 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2008 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2008 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2009 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2009 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2010 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2010 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2011 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2011 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2012 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2012 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2013 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2013 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2014 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2014 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2015 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2015 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2016 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2016 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2017 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2017 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2020 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2020 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2021 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2021 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2022 Round 1.pdf
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SMOPS 2022 Round 1 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2023 Round 1 (1).pdf
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SMOPS 2023 Round 1 (ANS) (1).pdf
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APMOPS 2024 Round 1.pdf
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APMOPS 2024 Round 1 （ANS）.pdf
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Round 2 Past Paper and Answers:
SMOPS 2012 Round 2.pdf
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SMOPS 2012 Round 2 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2014 Round 2.pdf
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SMOPS 2014 Round 2 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2015 Round 2.pdf
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SMOPS 2015 Round 2 (ANS).pdf
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SMOPS 2018 Round 2.pdf
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SMOPS 2018 Round 2 (ANS).pdf
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2). WhatsApp Group for Q&A and Practice:
Join our ‘Math Olympiad P4-6 Study Group’ to get access to free Q&A sessions, reviews, and targeted exercises that continuously help children fill in knowledge gaps and ensure complete mastery of each module’s key concepts.
3). Course Schedule for P6/P5:
P6 Term1:
https://bbs.kangaroo.study/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=1236&extra=page%3D1%26filter%3Dtypeid%26typeid%3D10
P5 Term1:
https://bbs.kangaroo.study/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=1237&extra=page%3D1%26filter%3Dtypeid%26typeid%3D10
P5 Term2/3:
https://bbs.kangaroo.study/forum ... ypeid%26typeid%3D10
4). APMOPS Video Explanations on YouTube:
Our teachers have recorded many free APMOPS past paper explanation videos on YouTube. Feel free to check them out and reach out to us anytime for further explanations ⬇️ Please follow our YouTube channel⬇️ ‘Maths Olympiad in Singapore’
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMmDjtisJwE&list=PLMVYST8PeDKSQXyZ8u1LiPtW0NSIYn1sT
5). Free Mock Exams and Review Sessions:
1-Mock Exam:
Exam Details: - Exam Date: March 18, 06:30PM-08:30PM - Exam Format: On-site written exam - Exam Location: #02-12, Grantral Mall, 601 MacPherson Road, 368242 - Registration Method: Free registration via Kangaroo.Study App (download from Apple Store/Google Play)
2- Mock Exam Review Session:
Review Details:
- Date: March 20, 06:30-08:00PM
- Exam Format: Online Session
3- APMOPS/RMO Pre-Exam Public Class: Details to be announced.
Please join our WhatsApp group to receive the latest updates and details about these activities!
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APMOPS is not only a highly challenging competition but also a comprehensive test of students' mathematical abilities, logical thinking, problem-solving skills, and mathematical literacy. With systematic preparation, students can excel in the competition and build a strong foundation for future mathematical learning. Kangaroo.Study, with its professional teaching system and precise exam analysis, is here to support parents and students in achieving success!
For past papers or more learning materials, please contact Teacher Gao and join our study group.
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发表于 2025-3-13 10:59:08
