NSMQ 2026: Holy Child School returns to nationals after defeating Mankessim SHTS in tie-breaker
Holy Child School secured a return to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Championship after prevailing in a tense contest that was decided by a tie-breaker at the Central Regional Qualifiers. The Elmina-based school edged Mankessim Senior High Technical School in Contest Six. The contest featured Mankessim SHTS, Assin North SHTS, Academy of Christ the King, and Holy Child School.
Holy Child ended the opening round with 22 points, ahead of Mankessim SHTS on 21 points, Assin North SHTS with 15 points, and Academy of Christ the King with 9 points. In the Speed Race round, Mankessim finished with 28 points, one point clear of Holy Child's 27. In the True or False round, Mankessim extended its lead to 40 points, while Holy Child had 38 points. The final riddle, answered by Academy of Christ the King, left the two leading schools tied, forcing the contest into a decisive tie-breaker. This victory marks the school's return to the national stage after a two-year absence.
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Holy Child School and Mankessim SHTS recently competed in a tense NSMQ Central Regional Qualifier, with both schools vying for a spot in the 2026
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