Tepa SHS, Kumasi High School and Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS qualify for NSMQ 2026 Nationals after Day 6 of Ashanti Regional Qualifiers with outstanding scores.
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| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Article Type | Education Competition News |
| Competition | National Science & Maths Quiz (NSMQ) 2026 |
| Region | Ashanti Region |
| Stage | Regional Qualifiers Day 6 |
| Date | July 30, 2026 |
| Organiser | Primetime Limited |
| Support | Ghana Education Service, Joy News and Partners |
| Published By | EducateGhana.com |
| Author | Ferdinand Ellis / Education Ghana News Team |
| Reading Time | 5 Minutes |
Kumasi, Ashanti Region — The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Ashanti Regional Qualifiers have ended with Tepa Senior High School, Kumasi High School and Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ Senior High School securing the final qualification slots from Day 6.
The final day of the Ashanti Region qualifiers, held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, delivered exciting contests as schools battled for the opportunity to represent the region at the NSMQ 2026 National Championship.
A total of 98 senior high schools competed across 21 contests during the Ashanti Regional Qualifiers. The three successful schools from Day 6 now join other qualified schools and seeded institutions preparing for the national competition.
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Tepa SHS Leads Day 6 Qualification with 61 Points
The highlight of the final day was the impressive performance of Tepa SHS, which recorded the highest score of the day.
Competing in Contest 19, Tepa SHS demonstrated strong command of the competition and finished comfortably ahead of its opponents with 61 points.
Contest 19 Final Scores
| School | Score |
|---|---|
| Tepa SHS ✅ | 61 points |
| Agogo State College | 19 points |
| Mansoman SHS | 15 points |
Tepa SHS’s victory confirmed its place among the schools representing the Ashanti Region at the national stage.
The performance also highlighted the school’s preparation, teamwork and academic strength in science and mathematics.
Kumasi High School Returns to NSMQ National Stage
In Contest 20, one of Ashanti Region’s well-known academic institutions, Kumasi High School, secured qualification after an impressive display.
Kumasi High School emerged winner with 58 points, overcoming strong competition from three other schools.
Contest 20 Final Scores
| School | Score |
|---|---|
| Kumasi High School ✅ | 58 points |
| Asanteman SHS | 50 points |
| Mansoman SHS | 30 points |
| Obuasi SHTS | 15 points |
| Parkoso SHS | 9 points |
The contest was closely contested, with Asanteman SHS finishing second with 50 points. However, Kumasi High School maintained the lead to secure qualification.
The school’s return to the National Championship adds another chapter to its long history of participation in Ghana’s premier academic competition.
Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS Secures Qualification in Final Contest
The final contest of the Ashanti Regional Qualifiers saw Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ Senior High School book its place at the NSMQ 2026 National Championship.
The school won Contest 21 with 48 points after competing against four other schools.
Contest 21 Final Scores
| School | Score |
|---|---|
| Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS ✅ | 48 points |
| Ghana Muslim Mission SHS | 29 points |
| New Edubiase SHS | 26 points |
| Dompoase SHS | 10 points |
| Beposo SHS | 5 points |
Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS has once again demonstrated its academic competitiveness and will now carry the Ashanti Region flag to the national stage.
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Schools Qualified from Ashanti Region Day 6
The three schools that qualified on the final day are:
| No. | School | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tepa SHS | 61 points |
| 2 | Kumasi High School | 58 points |
| 3 | Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS | 48 points |
These schools join earlier qualifiers from the Ashanti Region to compete at the NSMQ 2026 National Championship.
Ashanti Region Produces Strong Competition Ahead of Nationals
The Ashanti Regional Qualifiers once again demonstrated why the region remains one of the strongest zones in Ghana’s academic competitions.
With 98 schools competing in 21 contests, the competition featured traditional powerhouses, emerging schools and highly prepared academic teams.
The region has consistently produced strong representatives at the NSMQ National Championship, with schools from Ashanti frequently reaching advanced stages of the competition.
The 2026 qualifiers further showed the depth of academic talent across the region.
From established institutions such as Kumasi High School and Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS to rising schools such as Tepa SHS, the qualifiers highlighted the importance of investment in STEM education and academic preparation.
Road to NSMQ 2026 National Championship
With the completion of the Ashanti Regional Qualifiers, attention now shifts to the National Championship.
The qualified schools will join representatives from other regions and seeded schools for the next stage of the competition.
The National Championship will bring together Ghana’s strongest science and mathematics teams as they compete for the ultimate NSMQ title.
EducateGhana.com will continue providing updates on:
- Qualified schools
- National Championship fixtures
- Contest results
- School performances
- NSMQ analysis
Frequently Asked Questions About NSMQ 2026 Ashanti Regional Qualifiers Day 6
1. Which schools qualified from Ashanti Region on Day 6 of NSMQ 2026?
Tepa SHS, Kumasi High School and Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS qualified from Day 6 of the Ashanti Regional Qualifiers.
2. Which school recorded the highest score on Ashanti Day 6?
Tepa SHS recorded the highest score with 61 points.
3. How many schools competed in the Ashanti Regional Qualifiers?
A total of 98 schools competed across 21 contests.
4. Did Kumasi High School qualify for NSMQ 2026 Nationals?
Yes. Kumasi High School qualified after winning Contest 20 with 58 points.
5. Did Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS qualify for NSMQ 2026?
Yes. Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS qualified after winning Contest 21 with 48 points.
6. Who organises the National Science and Maths Quiz?
The NSMQ is organised by Primetime Limited with support from the Ghana Education Service and partners.
7. Where can I find NSMQ 2026 results?
EducateGhana.com provides updated NSMQ fixtures, results and qualified school lists.
Why You Can Trust This Information
EducateGhana.com reports NSMQ updates using confirmed results from official competition announcements, participating schools and recognised education sources.
This article is part of our continuing coverage of the NSMQ 2026 Regional Qualifiers and will be updated where additional official information becomes available.
Our education reporting focuses on accuracy, verification and providing useful information for students, teachers, parents and education stakeholders.
Conclusion
The completion of the NSMQ 2026 Ashanti Regional Qualifiers has produced three more representatives for the National Championship.
Tepa SHS, Kumasi High School and Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS have earned their places after strong performances on the final day of competition.
Tepa SHS’s 61-point victory, Kumasi High School’s return to the national stage and Yaa Asantewaa Girls’ SHS’s qualification demonstrate the quality of academic talent within the Ashanti Region.
As the countdown to the NSMQ 2026 National Championship continues, all eyes will be on these schools as they prepare to compete against Ghana’s finest science and mathematics teams.
About the Author
Ferdinand Ellis is an education researcher, curriculum specialist, lecturer, policy analyst and founder of EducateGhana.com, Ghana’s Education Intelligence Platform.
He writes on education policy, examinations, STEM education, teacher development and academic competitions, providing reliable education information for students, teachers, parents and education stakeholders.
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