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ROUNDS

Discover all the rounds, dates and locations of the Contest.

REGULATIONS

You want to know how it works? Download and read the Contest Regulations and related documents.

Amal Kurish

"First time joining and it was fun hope to join again next year!"

Heidi Lao

"Hippo is in our hearts. The Contest is over but we're still full of its drive and motivation."

Ana Kavgic

"I can't wait for next year, it was so fun and i'm so proud on how i did the tests!!!"

Елена Стевановић

"Challenging, but an amazing experience! Can't wait for next year."

Stasa Stefanovic

"I'm EXTREMELY grateful that i got as far as i did and met so many amazing souls."

Boshka

OUR COORDINATORS ABOUT US

Thanks to their dedication, our presence spans across the globe.

Leila Karimi

- Coordinator for Iran

"Being part of Hippo since 2020 has been a truly rewarding experience. This competition has fostered academic growth among our students, teachers, and coordinators, while broadening our horizons, opening doors to the world and a broader global perspective through international connections and cultural exchange. Above all, I deeply appreciate the Hippo team’s unwavering support and solidarity. Even during the most challenging circumstances in the Middle East, they have stood by us with genuine care, never making us feel alone. I am proud to be part of this inspiring international community."

Karen Wei

- Coordinator for China

"As part of the Hippo family, I have always felt well supported throughout the entire journey, from the preliminary rounds to the World Finals. During both the Continental Round and the World Finals, I was truly impressed by how dedicated and responsible the Hippo team was. They paid great attention to every detail, took wonderful care of the children, and created so many fun and engaging activities and games for them to enjoy. What I love most about being part of the Hippo family is the sense of belonging it creates. Even when you arrive in a new country and meet people from different cultures and backgrounds, you can quickly feel at ease and become part of the community. Wherever we go, Hippo makes you feel at home."

Aranka Bárócz

- Coordinator for Romania

"I can tell you, that nothing compares with the fulfillment when I see the sparkle in the finalists' eyes when they arrive to the Finals in Italy. What a wonderful concept this is, to gather children from all over the world, in one place, to serve the same purpose of sharing the interest in the English language knowledge, meanwhile travelling, and seeing beautiful places."

Federica Pusineri - Dirdipiù

- Coordinator for North Italy

"We liked the idea of an international competition like the Hippo English Language Olympiad right away because it responds exactly to these characteristics: it brings students closer to the study of English by making them participate in an international competition open to all. Internationality is precisely the most important and innovative stimulus because today it is essential to think more openly and allow children, even the youngest, to deal with cultures other than their own."

Gaone Mothibi

- Coordinator for Botswana

"Joining Hippo has been one of the most rewarding experiences for our school community in Botswana. The competition has brought the world into our classrooms and gives our students something to write home about. Seeing them connect with peers from around the world reminds us why we do this. It also builds their confidence through peer interactions. Hippo is not just a competition, it is a family."

Aleksandra Popovska

- Coordinator for North Macedonia

"As a Hippo coordinator, I connect schools, students and teachers with the international Hippo community. Together with the Hippo North Macedonia team we handle registrations, prepare exam venues and make sure every round runs smoothly and fairly, from your first entry all the way to the final awards ceremony. We do this because we believe in what Hippo offers: a chance for English language learners to discover their potential and enjoy the challenge of competing alongside peers from around the world. Seeing students grow in confidence, round after round, is what makes this work so rewarding for the team."