Riyadh: The second phase of the National Science and Mathematics Olympiad (NSMO), organized by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) in partnership with the Ministry of Education, begins today with 19,489 students participating across 47 cities.
According to Saudi Press Agency, this phase, running from April 4 to 9, features intensive training programs led by 778 qualified teachers. These programs provide six hours of daily instruction aimed at preparing students for advanced competition.
The participants are divided into categories including mathematics, informatics, biology, physics, science, and chemistry. The second phase will culminate in an in-person test at the general directorates of education to select outstanding students for the third stage and national team training.
NSMO is the largest annual national competition for middle and early high school students. It aims to broaden the talent pool, localize specialized training, and enhance higher-order thinking skills. This initiative reflects the integrated efforts of Mawhiba and the Ministry of Education to discover and empower gifted students, ensuring the Kingdom’s strong representation in international scientific forums.