Are You All Set for the 2026 Talent Search Online?
π Thank You for Joining Us!
We're thrilled to have your school participating in the 2026 Talent Search. Your commitment to nurturing young talent is what makes this competition special.
If you haven't created user accounts for your learners yet, you may click the button below to do so.
You've taken an important step in helping your learners discover their computational thinking potential. Now let's make sure you're fully prepared for the big day!
Important Competition Dates
π Your Preparation Materials
To help your learners feel confident and ready, we've compiled practice materials from previous years. These past contests are excellent for:
- Familiarizing learners with the question format
- Understanding the difficulty level for each grade
- Practicing computational thinking skills
- Building confidence before the actual competition
π― Practice Question Papers (Past Years)
Click on any contest to start. We recommend trying at least one practice session!
2025 Talent Search
2024 Talent Search
π‘ Top Tips for Success
π₯οΈ Technical Requirements
- Internet-connected computer or tablet
- Modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge)
- 45 minutes per learner
- No special software installation required
π Remember:
The Talent Search is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for ALL learners. Some of your quietest students might surprise you with their problem-solving abilities. This is about discovery, not just competition!
π Need Help or Have Questions?
Our support team is here for you! Whether you have technical questions, need clarification on rules, or want advice on preparing your learners, just reply to this email. We typically respond within a few hours.
Thank you again for being part of the 2026 Talent Search.
We can't wait to see what your learners will achieve!
Good luck, and let's discover some hidden talents! π
Computer Olympiad South Africa
2026 Talent Search | 9 - 13 March 2026
Questions? Simply reply to this email - we're here to help!