Mental Maths is all about doing simple math like adding, subtracting, and counting numbers in your mind - without using fingers, paper, or a calculator! For tiny learners in Kindergarten (KG), learning Mental Maths can be both fun and exciting. It helps young children think faster, solve problems easily, and get better at numbers from the very beginning.
To help KG kids enjoy and improve their maths skills, CREST Olympiads (Asia's Most Innovative Olympiad Exams) introduced a special competition just for them - the CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO). This Olympiad is conducted online and invites young students from more than 25 countries and 4000+ schools to participate!
This exam is a fun way to test children's ability to think logically, solve basic math problems, and improve their early math skills. It also builds confidence and encourages a love for learning right from the start.
Why Mental Maths is great for KG kids:
Key Information for KG CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO):
Mode of Examination | Online |
Mode of Registration | Individual and through schools |
Exam Duration | 1 hour (60 minutes) |
Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
Levels of Examination | 2 Levels |
Marking Scheme | Check here |
With the right support and regular practice, Mental Maths for KG can lay the foundation for a child's future success in maths. Let your child take their first step into the world of numbers with the CREST Mental Maths Olympiad!
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Children in Kindergarten (KG) can participate in the CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO). It's important to note that the child's school should be affiliated with a recognized education board such as CBSE, ICSE, IB, State Board, or any other approved board.
It gives students an exciting opportunity to explore Mathematics in a fun and interactive way, helping them sharpen their thinking and problem-solving skills.
It also serves as a great foundation for those aiming to appear in future competitive exams by strengthening their core concepts early on.
Following are the steps to register for class KG CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO) -
Step 1: Visit the Olympiad registration link.
Step 2: The registration form opens up.
Step 3: Fill in all the registration form details.
Step 4: Select the subject(s).
Step 5: Read the instructions carefully.
Step 6: Proceed to make the payment.
Step 7: Registration is complete.
Note: Schools looking to conduct the CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO) for class KG can email us at info@crestolympiads.com or call/WhatsApp on +91-98182-94134.
The syllabus for class KG of CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO) includes the following topics:
Number and Number Names, Addition and Subtraction, Multiplication and Division, Measurement, Geometry.
For more details on the topics, proceed to class KG Mental Maths Olympiad syllabus page.
Exam Dates |
Practice Test 2 Dates: 20th and 21st June 2025 Level 1 Dates: 15th & 26th July 2025 Level 2 Dates: 29th & 30th August 2025 |
Fee | INR 225 (India-based candidates) (Free for students applying through school)/ USD 15 (International candidates) |
Consistent daily practice is the key to excelling in Mental Maths competition for class KG. Set aside time every day to practice, start with simple arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and you will see the results in meantime.
There are various methods that can help to solve problems quickly. One can learn these shortcuts by reading books, watching videos on mental maths for class KG, etc.
By considering this fact, CREST Olympiads has designed preparation material for students who are looking to prepare for class KG mental maths competitions like CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO), etc.
To stay updated, students are advised to visit the official website regularly for announcements regarding the release of the answer key.
Typically, the answer key is published about a week after the final exam date. Please note that only the students who appeared for the exam will be able to access it.
Candidates can easily check the cut-off marks for class KG in the CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO) directly on the CREST Olympiads website.
The results for the class KG CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO) are typically announced within a month after the release of the final answer key. For the 2025 exam cycle, the Level 1 results are expected to be declared in August, while the Level 2 results will be announced in September 2025.
Participants who meet the cut-off criteria in the CREST Mental Maths Olympiad (CMMO) are rewarded with exciting awards such as trophies, medals, merit certificates, and more. These recognitions not only celebrate the student's hard work and commitment but also motivate them to keep enhancing their mathematical abilities. To know more about the awards, you can check the full details here.
1. What is Mental Maths for KG kids?
Mental Maths for KG is all about helping young children solve simple number problems in their mind-like adding or taking away small numbers-without using fingers or writing. It's a fun way to help them start thinking about numbers and learn how to solve problems quickly