KOALA EXCELLENCE OLYMPIAD
(KEO) – Australian Olympiad
About Koala Excellence Olympiad (KEO)
The Koala Excellence Olympiad (KEO) is an international academic competition platform developed based on the Australian Curriculum standards. The Olympiad encourages students to develop critical thinking, creativity, analytical reasoning, communication skills, and realworld problem-solving abilities.
The competition is open to students from Grades 1 to 12 across India and provides an opportunity to compete at an international level
Subjects Offered
- Koala English Olympiad (KEO – English)
- Koala Mathematics Olympiad (KMO – Mathematics)
- Koala Science Olympiad (KSO – Science)
- Koala Art Olympiad (KAO – Arts)
REGISTRATION DETAILS
₹1200 INR per subject
- International Olympiad Participation
- Digital Participation Certificate
- Performance Report
- International Ranking
- Eligibility for Awards & Recognition
- National & International Round Consideration
EXAM FORMAT
Grades 1 – 6
- Duration: 45 Minutes
- Total Questions: 25 MCQs
- Correct Answer: +4 Marks
- Incorrect Answer: 0 Mark
- Unanswered Questions: 0 Marks
- Total Marks: 100
EXAM FORMAT
Grades 7 – 12
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- Total Questions: 25 MCQs
- Correct Answer: +4 Marks
- Incorrect Answer: 0 Mark
- Unanswered Questions: 0 Marks
- Total Marks: 100
1. KOALA ENGLISH OLYMPIAD (KEO)
Overview
The Koala English Olympiad evaluates students’ English language proficiency through reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, logical language application, communication, and analytical thinking.
The competition is designed based on international English assessment standards and encourages students to apply English in practical and academic contexts.
Key Skills Assessed
- Grammar & Language Usage
- Vocabulary Development
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Logical Reasoning
- Communication Skills
- Analytical Interpretation
Eligibility
Open to students from Grades 1 – 12.
Exam Mode
Online / School-based supervised examination.
Duration & Scoring
Grades 1 – 6
- 45 Minutes
- 25 MCQs
- +4 for correct answers
- No negative marking
- Total: 100 Marks
Grades 7 – 12
- 60 Minutes
- 25 MCQs
- +4 for correct answers
- No negative marking
- Total: 100 Marks
Registration Fee
₹1200 INR
2. KOALA MATHEMATICS OLYMPIAD (KMO)
Overview
The Koala Mathematics Olympiad develops mathematical reasoning, logical analysis,problem-solving, and higher-order thinking skills.
The Olympiad encourages students to think beyond standard classroom learning and apply mathematical concepts creatively.
Key Skills Assessed
- Mathematical Concepts
- Logical Reasoning
- Problem Solving
- Quantitative Analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Application-Based Mathematics
Eligibility
Open to students from Grades 1 – 12.
Exam Mode
Online / School-based supervised examination.
Duration & Scoring
Grades 1 – 6
- 45 Minutes
- 25 MCQs
- +4 for correct answers
- No negative marking
- Total: 100 Marks
Grades 7 – 12
- 60 Minutes
- 25 MCQs
- +4 for correct answers
- No negative marking
- Total: 100 Marks
Registration Fee
₹1200 INR
3. KOALA SCIENCE OLYMPIAD (KSO)
Overview
The Koala Science Olympiad encourages scientific thinking, inquiry-based learning,observation, experimentation, and analytical reasoning. The examination focuses on conceptual understanding and practical application of scientific principles.
Key Skills Assessed
- Scientific Concepts
- Analytical Thinking
- Logical Interpretation
- Observation Skills
- Problem Solving
- Application-Based Questions
Eligibility
Open to students from Grades 1 – 12.
Exam Mode
Online / School-based supervised examination.
Duration & Scoring
Grades 1 – 6
- 45 Minutes
- 25 MCQs
- +4 for correct answers
- No negative marking
- Total: 100 Marks
Grades 7 – 12
- 60 Minutes
- 25 MCQs
- +4 for correct answers
- No negative marking
- Total: 100 Marks
Registration Fee
₹1200 INR
4. KOALA ART OLYMPIAD (KAO)
Overview
The Koala Art Olympiad (KAO) invites students to express creativity, imagination, originality, and artistic thinking through visual arts and artist statements. The Olympiad is inspired by the Australian Curriculum: Visual Arts framework. (koalaolympiad.com)Categories
- Drawing
- Painting
- Sketching
- Acrylic
- Watercolor
- Mixed Media
- Digital Art
Medium
Open to all 2D art mediums.Important Guidelines
Artwork must be 100% original AI-generated artwork is strictly prohibited Digital submissions must be in JPG/PNG format Maximum file size: 10MBArtist Statement
Students must submit a short artist statement in English explaining:- The idea behind the artwork
- Theme interpretation
- Techniques used
- Intended emotional impact
Minimum: 100 words
Assessment Criteria
| Criteria | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Technique & Materiality | 30% |
| Creativity & Originality | 30% |
| Thematic Communication | 20% |
| Artist Statement | 20% |
Eligibility
Open to students from Grades 1 – 12.
Registration Fee
₹1200 INR
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Participants will receive international recognition based on their performance.
Awards Include
- Gold Award
- Silver Award
- Bronze Award
- Merit Award
- Most Promising Student / Artist Award
Certificates
- Digital Participation Certificate for all participants
- Digital Award Certificate for winners
- International Ranking & Recognition
INDIA REGISTRATION SUPPORT
Indian Registration Partner
India registrations and coordination are managed by the Indian International Global Partner
(IGL) team for Koala Excellence Olympiad.
For school registrations, group registrations, and institutional partnerships, schools and
organizations may contact the India coordination team.
IMPORTANT WEBSITE NOTE
“Students may participate in one or multiple subjects. Separate registration is required for
each subject.”
