Tema Secondary School, Accra Girls’ SHS and St. John’s Grammar School qualify after Day 1 of NSMQ 2026 Greater Accra Regional Qualifiers. See scores and highlights.
ARTICLE INFORMATION BOX
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Article Type | Education Competition News |
| Competition | National Science & Maths Quiz (NSMQ) 2026 |
| Region | Greater Accra |
| Stage | Regional Qualifiers |
| Day | Day 1 |
| Date | July 30, 2026 |
| Contests Held | 3 |
| Qualified Schools | 3 |
| Organiser | Primetime Limited |
| Support | GES, Joy News and GOIL |
| Published By | EducateGhana.com |
Accra, Ghana — The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Greater Accra Regional Qualifiers have begun with three schools securing qualification slots to represent the region at the National Championship.
The opening day of competition, held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, produced impressive performances as Tema Secondary School, Accra Girls’ Senior High School and St. John’s Grammar School emerged winners in their respective contests.
The three schools advanced after demonstrating strong knowledge, teamwork and accuracy across the various rounds of the competition.
The Greater Accra Regional Qualifiers are organised by Primetime Limited with support from the Ghana Education Service (GES), Joy News and GOIL.
With six qualification slots available for the region, three more schools will join the Day 1 winners after the Day 2 contests scheduled for July 31, 2026.
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Contest 1: Tema Secondary School Leads Opening Contest
Tema Secondary School produced a commanding performance to win Contest 1 with 55 points, securing the first qualification slot of the Greater Accra Regional Qualifiers.
The school finished ahead of three competitors after maintaining consistency throughout the contest.
Final Scores
- Tema Secondary School – 55 points ✅
- Wesley Grammar School – 44 points
- Lashibi Community SHS – 25 points
- Nungua SHS – 22 points
Tema Secondary School created an 11-point gap between itself and second-place Wesley Grammar School, highlighting its strong start to the competition.
The result confirmed Tema Secondary School’s readiness to compete at the national level.
Contest 2: Accra Girls’ SHS Wins Competitive Battle Against St. Mary’s
Contest 2 produced one of the most closely watched battles of the day as two respected Greater Accra schools competed for qualification.
Accra Girls’ Senior High School emerged victorious with 56 points, defeating St. Mary’s Senior High School and two other competitors.
Final Scores
- Accra Girls’ SHS – 56 points ✅
- St. Mary’s SHS – 46 points
- Christian Methodist SHS – 26 points
- Holy Trinity Cathedral SHS – 25 points
The contest lived up to expectations as Accra Girls’ SHS and St. Mary’s SHS battled strongly throughout the rounds.
Accra Girls’ final score of 56 points placed the school among the highest scorers in Greater Accra on Day 1.
Contest 3: St. John’s Grammar School Matches Highest Score
The final contest of Day 1 saw St. John’s Grammar School secure qualification after recording 56 points.
The school matched Accra Girls’ SHS as the joint highest-scoring schools of the day.
Final Scores
- St. John’s Grammar School – 56 points ✅
- Our Lady of Mercy SHS – 37 points
- Kwabenya Community SHS – 34 points
- Accra STEM Academy – 16 points
St. John’s Grammar School maintained control of the contest and secured its place among Greater Accra’s representatives at the National Championship.
NSMQ 2026 Greater Accra Day 1 Qualified Schools
The three schools that qualified from Day 1 are:
| School | Score |
|---|---|
| Tema Secondary School | 55 points |
| Accra Girls’ SHS | 56 points |
| St. John’s Grammar School | 56 points |
These schools will represent Greater Accra alongside three additional qualifiers who will emerge from Day 2.
Key Highlights from Day 1
Accra Girls’ SHS and St. John’s Grammar Record Highest Scores
Both Accra Girls’ SHS and St. John’s Grammar School recorded 56 points, making them the joint highest-scoring schools after Day 1.
Their performances set an early benchmark for other schools competing in the region.
Contest 2 Produces a Major Rivalry
The contest involving Accra Girls’ SHS and St. Mary’s SHS attracted attention because of the academic reputation of both schools.
Accra Girls’ SHS eventually secured victory with a 10-point advantage.
Tema Secondary School Makes Strong Opening Statement
Tema Secondary School delivered one of the most comfortable wins of the day, finishing 11 points ahead of Wesley Grammar School.
The performance gave the school an early qualification ticket to the national stage.
What Happens Next?
The Greater Accra Regional Qualifiers continue on Friday, July 31, 2026, with another three contests scheduled.
The remaining schools competing include:
- PRESEC, Osu
- O’Reilly SHS
- Tema Methodist Day SHS
- Accra High School
- Kinbu SHTS
- Prampram SHS
- Fafraha Community SHS
- Ada SHS
- Ebenezer SHS
Three winners from Day 2 will complete the list of six Greater Accra representatives for the NSMQ 2026 National Championship.
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Frequently Asked Questions About NSMQ 2026 Greater Accra Day 1 Results
1. Which schools qualified from Greater Accra Day 1?
Tema Secondary School, Accra Girls’ SHS and St. John’s Grammar School qualified from Day 1.
2. Which school recorded the highest score on Day 1?
Accra Girls’ SHS and St. John’s Grammar School jointly recorded the highest score with 56 points each.
3. How many schools will Greater Accra send to NSMQ 2026 Nationals?
Greater Accra will send six schools to the National Championship.
4. Which school won Contest 1?
Tema Secondary School won Contest 1 with 55 points.
5. Who won the contest between Accra Girls’ SHS and St. Mary’s SHS?
Accra Girls’ SHS won with 56 points, ahead of St. Mary’s SHS which scored 46 points.
6. When will the remaining Greater Accra qualifiers be decided?
The final three qualifiers will emerge from Day 2 contests on July 31, 2026.
7. Which famous school is competing on Day 2?
PRESEC, Osu, a seven-time NSMQ national champion, is competing on Day 2.
8. Who organises the NSMQ?
The National Science and Maths Quiz is organised by Primetime Limited with support from GES, Joy News and GOIL.
Why You Can Trust This Information
This article is based on the official results from the NSMQ 2026 Greater Accra Regional Qualifiers and follows EducateGhana.com’s editorial standards for verified education reporting.
The report presents contest scores, qualification outcomes and competition highlights based on the official results released during the regional qualifiers.
Conclusion
The opening day of the NSMQ 2026 Greater Accra Regional Qualifiers has produced three strong representatives for the National Championship.
Tema Secondary School, Accra Girls’ SHS and St. John’s Grammar School demonstrated academic strength and secured their places after impressive performances.
However, the battle for Greater Accra is not complete. Three more schools will qualify after Day 2, where established names such as PRESEC, Osu and other competitive schools will fight for the remaining slots.
EducateGhana.com will continue to provide complete coverage of NSMQ 2026 fixtures, results, qualified schools and analysis.
About the Author
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