Taking part in the contest
Sign up for The Big Challenge with the help of your teacher and take part in the contest to win prizes and certificates of participation.
How do I sign up for the contest?
To take part in The Big Challenge, you need to ask your teacher to register your class.
👉 Only your teacher can sign you up. If you want to take part, talk to your teacher and ask whether your class can sign up for the contest.
💡 Important : Individual registrations (by students themselves) are not possible.
Do I need an account to take part?
No, you don't need to create an account to take part in the contest. 👉 Here is how it works depending on the contest format:
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Online format:
- You access the contest through a specific link provided by your teacher.
- You don't need to create an account; you simply follow the instructions.
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Mixed format:
- You answer the contest on a paper answer sheet that is handed out to you before the test.
- The sheet must be given back to your teacher once the test is finished.
💡 Tip : Focus on the contest answers, not on creating accounts!
Will I win a prize?
Yes, you will receive a prize, whatever your score!
Which prizes can you win?
1️⃣ Certificate of Participation: Every student receives an official certificate of participation. 2️⃣ Poster of an English-speaking city: A great poster is given to all participants. 3️⃣ Additional prizes:
- More than 50% of participants receive extra gifts: their nature is decided each year by the organisation.
- The better your score, the more attractive your prizes will be!
💡 Good to know : Everyone wins at The Big Challenge, whatever the score!
When are the results available?
The contest results are available from 28 May 2027.
👉 Where and how can you check your results?
- Online format: Use the personal code you received at the end of the test.
- Mixed format: The personal code is written on your answer sheet.
If you no longer have your code, ask your teacher, as they can find it again in their teacher account.
💡 Tip : Make a note of your personal code or take a photo of your answer sheet, so you can check your ranking easily.
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