Contests for children aged 10–12
The age when a child can submit an entry alone and the choice is wider than a drawing: science projects, coding, essays, video.
17 opportunities · 7 free · 4 close this week

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Good to know
Contests that take children aged 10–12, with entry dates.
A contest is listed here when its age range covers at least two years of 10–12 (by the age the organiser gives). Age groups often split between grades 5 and 6 — check the contest page.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to enter contests for children aged 10–12?
There are 17 contests for children aged 10–12 in this collection right now: 7 free and 7 paid. Where there is a fee, the card says so; the organiser’s own terms are one click away.
Can a child take part online?
Yes: 8 of 17 contests here accept entries online, so a child can take part from any city or from abroad. The format is on every card.
How do we submit an entry?
At 10–12 a child can usually submit the entry alone, but most organisers ask for an adult contact. Check the age group: many contests split between grades 5 and 6.
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