Wellington Junior Science Tournament Monday 30th November 2026

The Wellington Junior Science Tournament is an exciting tournament based on good science and logic. There is a great atmosphere where everyone supports each other. The unique format of science and physics tournaments means that students can get as much help from teachers and parents as they can with their investigations. How they learn isn't judged, what they've learned is scrutinised at the tournament by their peers and the expert jurors. In 2026 it is being held at Wellington High School on Monday November 30th. Problems will be announced by Monday 12th October. Please see our rules page for guidance on the use of AI.

Still preparing? Have a look at the Entrant's Guide

You can download a pdf flier about the event here.  An example (2025) programme is here.

Team results for 2025

Team Points Place

QMC 112 1

My Personal Favourites 109 2

Onslow College 104 3

HVHS Ad Alta 100 4

WHS 2 99 5

Bluebird Originals (WHS) 96 6

WC Kōpere 95 7

The Newlands Hexes 89 8

WC Patu 88 9

WC Pūtātara 83 10

WC Porotiti 82 11

The Newlands Trio 80 12

St Pat's JJC 79 13

When 

The WJST is being held on Monday the 1st of December from 8:30am-5:00pm.  (aprox.) (2025 Draft programme linked here) 

Who can enter?

The tournament is open to teams of 2-6  students in the greater Wellington region who are in years 9 or 10.  Any one school may enter up to four teams. For more details, see Rules. 

How to enter?

Fill in this form. 

Price

Entry fee includes certificates of participation and prizes. The cost is $5 per participant.

Problems

All of the problems for this year can be found here with suggestions for making a good presentation.