Go for Gold in Maths Challenges (ages 11-13)
Learn all the topics you’ll need to get Bronze, Silver or Gold in the UKMT Junior Maths Challenge and similar contests around the world.
What’s included:
- Video lessons and quizzes on every essential Junior Maths Challenge topic
- 75 original challenge-style practice questions, arranged into 3 practice papers
- A video hint and a full video solution for every question
- Questions written by Kevin exclusively for this course
What students say:
Why JMC Preparation Is Different
The Junior Maths Challenge isn’t just school maths. It tests the “hidden curriculum” of topics that sit at the edge of what you learn in class. Divisibility tests, angle reasoning in polygons, algebra in unfamiliar contexts, magic squares – these are the topics that separate Bronze from Silver, and Silver from Gold.
Most students preparing for the JMC either:
- ❌ Just practise past papers without understanding the underlying concepts
- ❌ Try to learn from scattered resources across the internet
- ❌ Pay £50-100/hour for private tuition
Go for Gold gives you systematic, expert teaching on every topic that matters, then 75 original questions to apply them to – at a fraction of the cost of private tuition.
Master the JMC “Hidden Curriculum”
This course covers every topic that appears regularly in the Junior Maths Challenge. Each topic includes:
- Worked examples and problem-solving strategies
- Expert teaching videos breaking down the concepts
- Interactive quizzes to check your understanding
🔢 Number Theory
Divisibility tests for 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 9 and for composite numbers, prime numbers, square, cube and triangular numbers, and last digits of products.
You’ll learn techniques like: testing a large number for divisibility in your head, and finding a last digit without doing the whole calculation.
📐 Geometry
Polygon names and properties, interior and exterior angles, isosceles triangles, parallel line theorems, and the types of quadrilateral.
You’ll tackle questions like: “What is the interior angle of a regular polygon with this many sides?” and “Find the missing angle in this diagram” for some very tricky questions.
📊 Algebra
How to solve algebra problems (and how to solve some of them without algebra at all), algebra in word problems, and algebra in geometry problems.
You’ll learn techniques like: forming an equation from a worded puzzle, and spotting when a shortcut beats setting up algebra.
🧩 Magic Squares and Counting Problems
The unusual problem types that come up regularly in the Junior Maths Challenge and catch students out: counting and colouring problems, and magic squares.
You’ll learn techniques like: systematic listing so you count every case exactly once, and using the total to pin down a magic square.
Then Apply What You’ve Learned
Try 75 practice questions arranged into 3 practice papers, all written by Kevin exclusively for this course. Each question has a video solution but also a video hint to give you the best chance of solving the question yourself, almost like you were in a 1-1 lesson with Kevin.
Because the questions are original, you can still use the real past papers separately for timed practice.
About Your Teacher
Expert Teaching from Dr. Kevin Olding
After obtaining First Class undergraduate and Masters degrees in Mathematics from Magdalen College, Oxford, Kevin taught at Westminster School and Dulwich College. He later completed his PhD in Mathematics at the University of Bath while founding Mathsaurus.
Kevin’s students have achieved places at leading UK schools and universities, with many earning Olympiad medals. Over 50,000 students have taken Kevin’s courses, with a combined social media following of over 65,000 across YouTube and TikTok.
Is this course right for you?
✅ A good fit if you:
- Are preparing for the Junior Maths Challenge (age 11-13)
- Want to be taught the topics properly, not just handed past papers
- Learn well at your own pace with video lessons
- Are aiming for Bronze, Silver or Gold, or to qualify for the follow-on rounds
✅ Also suitable for:
- Advanced younger students who want to work ahead
- Students preparing for similar challenges around the world
- Anyone who enjoys a hard maths problem
What You’ll Achieve
🎯 Master the topics that matter
Stop guessing which topics to focus on. This course covers exactly what appears regularly in the JMC, so you’ll be prepared for whatever the paper throws at you.
🧠 Become a confident problem-solver
Learn to think mathematically, not just memorise techniques. You’ll develop the problem-solving skills that help you tackle unfamiliar questions.
🏆 Improve your JMC performance
Students using these courses have gone from Bronze to Silver, Silver to Gold, and qualified for the Junior Kangaroo and Olympiad.
😊 Enjoy mathematics
These problems are meant to be appreciated and enjoyed, not just drilled. You’ll finish the course with more confidence and enthusiasm for mathematics.
How the Course Works
Step 1: Learn the Topics
Work through number theory, geometry, algebra and the unusual problem types at your own pace. Each topic has a teaching video and a quiz to test yourself.
Step 2: Practise with Original Papers
Sit three complete practice papers, 75 questions in total, written in the style of the real challenge.
Step 3: Review with Video Solutions
Stuck? Watch the hint first. Want the full method? Every single question has a worked video solution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
I already have access to this course. How do I open it?
Whether you have Gold Membership or bought this course on its own, there is nothing further to pay. Open the course here and sign in with the email address you used when you bought it. If it still asks you to pay after you have signed in, email hello@mathsaurus.com and we will sort it out.
How long does it take to complete the course?
Most students work through the teaching content in 4-6 weeks, then use the practice papers over the following weeks. You have 12 months access (or unlimited with Gold Membership), so you can work at your own pace.
Is this suitable for beginners or only advanced students?
The course is designed for students at all levels preparing for the Junior Maths Challenge. Whether you’re aiming for your first Bronze or targeting Olympiad qualification, the content will help you improve.
Can I access the course on mobile/tablet?
Yes, the course works on any device with internet access.
What if I get stuck on a problem?
Each introductory section has a teaching video and a solution to every question in the quiz. Every practice question includes video hints to point you in the right direction, plus full video solutions showing Kevin’s complete approach.
Do I need any textbooks or additional materials?
No, everything you need is included in the course.
Can I ask questions?
The self-paced course doesn’t include direct Q&A, but if you want real-time interaction, consider joining our live Junior Maths Challenge classes which run throughout the year.
What’s the difference between the standalone course and Gold Membership?
The standalone course gives you 12 months access to just this Junior Maths Challenge course. Gold Membership gives you unlimited access to this course PLUS the IMC and SMC courses, GCSE/A-Level content, and future additions to the membership.
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Not sure yet? Try the free Junior Maths Challenge course first to see how Kevin teaches, or read more about the competition on the main Junior Maths Challenge page.