BPhO Junior Physics Challenge (Y10)
British Physics Olympiad (BPhO)
Apply NowFancy testing your physics skills against the nation? Join the BPhO Junior Physics Challenge to tackle cool problems in mechanics, electricity and optics, build problem-solving skills, earn recognition, and boost your uni/career profile.
The BPhO Junior Physics Challenge is a national physics competition run by the British Physics Olympiad aimed primarily at Year 10 students in the UK (Year 9 and Year 11 may also participate). Its purpose is to encourage interest in physics and to recognise excellence among young physicists.
The challenge covers a range of topics including dynamics, electricity, optics, heat, units, basic astronomy and waves, and is designed to be inclusive and engaging rather than a high-stakes exam. The competition is delivered online via the Competitions Platform and is sat in school under teacher supervision.
It consists of two 25-minute tests, each containing 30 questions, which can be taken consecutively or on two separate occasions within the competition window. A desktop or laptop is recommended (iPads can be used but the system is not optimised for small/touch screens).
Schools register via the Competitions Platform (teacher registration required). Cost is £20 per school entry (covers up to 999 students) and certificates are provided; schools are encouraged to award their own prizes.
JPC 2026
JPC 2025
Location
- Aimed at Year 10 (UK); Year 9 and Year 11 participants are also allowed.
- Must be sat in school under teacher supervision; the competition may not be run remotely.
- Teachers must register on the Competitions Platform (teacher registration is for teachers only).
- The competition must be run for a class/group at the same time; individuals may not participate separately.
- Students may not have a second attempt at the competition.
£20
£20 for a school entry of up to 999 students.
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