Last June, a dedicated cohort of Year 12 biology students alongside ambitious Year 11s sat theIntermediate Biology Olympiad, continuing Bangkok Prep's proud tradition in this global competition. This year’s sitting held extra significance as it marked our5th anniversaryof running the event, and our students delivered a performance every bit as impressive as previous years. Designed to push participants well past the standard curriculum, the Intermediate Biology Olympiad tests advanced critical thinking, data analysis, and the application of complex biological theories under strict examination conditions. This Year's Results Breakdown Across the 12 participating students, Bangkok Prep secured awards at every tier of recognition, including: · 1 Silver Award · 3 Bronze Awards · 4 Highly Commended Certificates Taking on a competition aimed at the top young biologists internationally requires huge dedication, especially for our Year 11 students stepping up to compete against older cohorts. Congratulations to all 12 participants for their effort, focus, and fantastic achievements. You have capped off our 5th anniversary of the Intermediate Biology Olympiad in true Bangkok Prep style! Get Involved This Year! Building on this outstanding legacy, we are excited to announce thatwe will be running all of the UKBC Biology Olympiad competitions again this academic year. Whether you are in Year 8 or Year 13, these competitions offer an incredible opportunity to test your problem-solving skills, enhance your university applications, and showcase your passion for science. · How to join:Keep an eye out for sign-ups, which will be opening onSchoolsBuddy. · Who can enter:We encourage all aspiring biologists to sign up and take on the challenge! We hope to see even more students get involved and make this upcoming year our biggest and best Olympiad season yet! Mrs Richards-Gourves Head of Biology