Kumasi Academy, St. Hubert Seminary SHS and SDA SHS Agona qualify from Day 2 of NSMQ 2026 Ashanti Regional Qualifiers. See full scores and highlights.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Reading Time | 5 minutes |
| Published | July 27, 2026 |
| Last Updated | July 27, 2026 |
| Hub | Opportunities |
| Cluster | Competitions & Awards |
| Author | Ferdinand Ellis |
| Fact-Checked | Yes |
| Sources | Primetime Limited, Ghana Education Service, NSMQ Updates |
In Brief
Three schools have secured qualification from Day 2 of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Ashanti Regional Qualifiers.
Kumasi Academy, St. Hubert Seminary Senior High School, and SDA Senior High School, Agona advanced after competitive contests held in the Ashanti Region.
Kumasi Academy produced the highest score of the day with 63 points, while SDA SHS Agona progressed after winning a tie-breaker against Adventist SHS, Bantama.
Introduction
The Ashanti Regional Qualifiers of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz continued with another exciting day of academic competition as schools battled for places at the National Championship.
Day 2 featured three contests with strong performances, narrow margins and a dramatic tie-breaker that determined one of the qualifiers.
The competition, organised by Primetime Limited with support from the Ghana Education Service (GES), Joy News and GOIL, continues to showcase the depth of academic talent among senior high schools in the region.
Following the opening day’s qualification of Ejisuman SHS, St. Louis SHS, Osei Kyeretwie SHS and Konongo Odumase SHS, three additional schools have now joined the list of qualifiers.
➡️ Related: NSMQ 2026 Ashanti Regional Qualifiers Day 1 Results
→ NSMQ 2026 Qualified Schools Tracker
SDA SHS Agona Wins Dramatic Tie-Breaker in Contest 5
Contest 5 provided one of the closest battles of the Ashanti Regional Qualifiers so far.
SDA Senior High School, Agona and Adventist Senior High School, Bantama ended the contest with the same score of 32 points, forcing a tie-breaker to determine the winner.
SDA SHS Agona eventually emerged victorious and secured qualification.
Contest 5 Final Scores
| School | Score | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SDA SHS, Agona | 32 | Qualified ✅ |
| Adventist SHS, Bantama | 32 | |
| Toase SHS | 31 | |
| Ejisu SHTS | 29 |
The result highlights the competitiveness of this year’s Ashanti Regional contest, where small margins are proving decisive.
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St. Hubert Seminary SHS Dominates Contest 6
St. Hubert Seminary Senior High School delivered a strong performance in Contest 6 to secure qualification with 56 points.
The school led the contest against strong opposition, including Afua Kobi Ampem Girls’ SHS, which finished second with 50 points.
Contest 6 Final Scores
| School | Score | Status |
|---|---|---|
| St. Hubert Seminary SHS | 56 | Qualified ✅ |
| Afua Kobi Ampem Girls’ SHS | 50 | |
| Toase SHS | 33 |
The victory places St. Hubert Seminary SHS among the schools representing Ashanti Region at the next stage of the competition.
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Kumasi Academy Records Highest Day 2 Score
Kumasi Academy produced the outstanding performance of Day 2 after recording the highest score among all competing schools.
The school scored 63 points to win Contest 7 convincingly.
Ejisu Senior High Technical School finished second with 33 points, while Fomena T.I. Amass recorded 20 points.
Contest 7 Final Scores
| School | Score | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Kumasi Academy | 63 | Qualified ✅ |
| Ejisu SHTS | 33 | |
| Fomena T.I. Amass | 20 |
The impressive performance strengthens Kumasi Academy’s position as one of the schools to watch as the Ashanti qualifiers continue.
➡️ Related: NSMQ 2026 Regional Qualifiers Schedule
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Schools Qualified from Ashanti Region Day 2
The three schools that qualified on Day 2 are:
- SDA SHS, Agona
- St. Hubert Seminary SHS
- Kumasi Academy
These schools join the earlier qualifiers as the Ashanti Region continues its search for representatives for the NSMQ 2026 National Championship.
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EducateGhana Analysis
The Day 2 results demonstrate the increasing competitiveness of the NSMQ regional qualifiers.
The tie-breaker victory by SDA SHS Agona shows that every point matters in the qualification process, while performances from St. Hubert Seminary SHS and Kumasi Academy highlight the importance of preparation and academic consistency.
Education researcher and policy analyst Ferdinand Ellis notes that the NSMQ continues to serve as a platform for developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills and interest in science and mathematics among Ghanaian students.
According to Ellis, the long-term value of the competition lies in its ability to inspire students to pursue STEM-related careers and contribute to national development.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which schools qualified from Ashanti Region on Day 2?
SDA SHS Agona, St. Hubert Seminary SHS and Kumasi Academy qualified from Day 2.
Which school recorded the highest score on Day 2?
Kumasi Academy recorded the highest score with 63 points.
How did SDA SHS Agona qualify?
SDA SHS Agona defeated Adventist SHS Bantama in a tie-breaker after both schools finished with 32 points.
Which schools qualified from Ashanti Region Day 1?
Ejisuman SHS, St. Louis SHS, Osei Kyeretwie SHS and Konongo Odumase SHS qualified on Day 1.
Why You Can Trust This Information
This report is based on NSMQ 2026 Regional Qualifiers updates from Primetime Limited and information provided through official competition channels.
EducateGhana.com applies editorial standards that prioritise accuracy, verification and responsible education reporting.
Conclusion
The Ashanti Regional Qualifiers continue to produce exciting contests as more schools secure their places at the NSMQ 2026 National Championship.
With Kumasi Academy, St. Hubert Seminary SHS and SDA SHS Agona joining the list of qualifiers, the competition for Ashanti Region representation remains highly competitive.
EducateGhana.com will continue tracking fixtures, results and qualification updates throughout the NSMQ 2026 season.
Sources
- Primetime Limited, National Science and Maths Quiz Updates
- Ghana Education Service
- NSMQ 2026 Regional Qualifiers Reports
About the Author
Ferdinand Ellis is an education researcher, curriculum specialist, policy analyst and founder of EducateGhana.com, Ghana’s Education Intelligence Platform. He covers education policy, examinations, STEM education, teacher development and major education developments across Ghana.
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