Gabriel awarded prized maths honour
At Bridgewater School, we pride ourselves on nurturing intellectual curiosity and academic excellence in every student. This February, our Year 7 and 8 pupils embraced a unique opportunity to challenge their mathematical thinking by taking part in the 2025 MEM Challenge Competition, hosted by the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Liverpool.
Designed to stretch the minds of young mathematicians, the competition presented students with complex problem-solving tasks over the half-term break. These problems were crafted to go beyond the standard classroom curriculum, requiring deep thinking and creative approached to unfamiliar scenarios.
Among the many talented students who participated, Year 7’s Gabriel achieved an outstanding milestone. He became the first student in Bridgewater School’s history of entering the MEM Challenge to be awarded a Certificate of Merit – a remarkable accomplishment that reflects both his intellectual skill and dedication to academic excellence.
Gabriel was invited to a special awards ceremony at the University of Liverpool on 13th May, where he was recognised for his achievement. As part of the celebrations, he took part in an engaging evening of mathematical exploration at the university’s Central Teaching Labs. The event featured a FunMaths Roadshow, a number trail and an interactive computer quiz – all designed to celebrate the joy and depth of mathematical learning.
The Maths Department at Bridgewater is incredibly proud of Gabriel and this exceptional result. His success serves as an inspiring example of how hard work, curiosity and a love for learning can lead to extraordinary achievements.
