SEAMO
A Singapore-based international math competition for grades 1-12, featuring a free training program and pathway to the SEAMO X international final.
Grade Levels
Grades 1-12
Format
Mixed Format
Scoring
Multiple-choice and short-answer questions. Winners qualify for SEAMO X international final. Based on Singapore MOE 21st Century Core Competencies framework.
Established
2016
August
MMOS free training program begins (August-October)
September
National rounds (September-November, varies by country)
July
SEAMO X International Final
Registration
Through schools or national partners
Prizes & Recognition
Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention awards. Top performers qualify for SEAMO X international final.
| Level | Grade Levels | questions | Duration | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper A | 1-2 | 25 | 90 minutes | Mixed Format |
| Paper B | 3-4 | 25 | 90 minutes | Mixed Format |
| Paper C | 5-6 | 25 | 90 minutes | Mixed Format |
| Paper D | 7-8 | 25 | 90 minutes | Mixed Format |
| Paper E | 9-10 | 25 | 90 minutes | Mixed Format |
| Paper F | 11-12 | 25 | 90 minutes | Mixed Format |
About This Competition
SEAMO (Southeast Asian Mathematical Olympiad) is an international mathematics competition organized by SIMCC (Singapore International Math Contests Centre). Founded in 2016, it has quickly grown to operate in 20+ countries across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
The competition offers six papers (A through F) covering grades 1-12, with each paper containing 25 questions mixing multiple-choice and short-answer formats in a 90-minute session. SEAMO is built on the Singapore MOE 21st Century Core Competencies framework, emphasizing creative problem-solving and critical thinking.
A distinctive feature is the free MMOS (Mathematical Mind Over Sports) 12-week live training program running from August to October for students aged 6-12, making quality math competition preparation accessible to all. Top performers in national rounds qualify for SEAMO X, the prestigious international final that brings together the best students from across participating countries.
How to Prepare
Strengthen Problem-Solving Across All Topics
SEAMO covers arithmetic, algebra, geometry, combinatorics, and number theory. Practice problems that combine multiple topics, as SEAMO favors cross-topic thinking.
Use the Two-Part Format to Your Advantage
SEAMO has multiple-choice and short-answer sections. Use answer choices to verify your work in the MC section, and double-check computations in the short-answer section.
Practice with SEAMO Past Papers from SIMCC
SIMCC provides official SEAMO past papers and practice resources. Also use supplementary materials from the Singapore math curriculum for strong foundations.
Compete Across Southeast Asia and Beyond
SEAMO brings together students from across Southeast Asia. Top performers qualify for the SEAMO X Grand Finals, an international live competition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SEAMO?
SEAMO (Southeast Asian Mathematical Olympiad) is an international math competition organized by SIMCC (Singapore International Math Contests Centre). Founded in 2016, it covers grades 1-12 with papers A through F grouped by age. Despite 'Olympiad' in the name, SEAMO is accessible to a broad range of students.
What is the MMOS training program?
MMOS (Mathematical Mind Over Sports) is a free 12-week live training program running from August to October for students aged 6-12. It helps prepare students for SEAMO and other math competitions, making quality math training accessible regardless of a family's financial situation.
How does qualification for SEAMO X work?
Top performers in the national SEAMO rounds qualify for SEAMO X, the international final. This brings together the best students from 20+ participating countries for an in-person championship event.
What makes SEAMO different from SASMO?
Both are organized by SIMCC, but SASMO focuses on non-routine problem-solving in a single round, while SEAMO is based on the Singapore MOE 21st Century Core Competencies framework and features a pathway to an international final (SEAMO X).
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