Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School (PRESEC), Legon, clinched their 8th National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) trophy on October 30, 2023, at the National Theatre in Accra, defeating Achimota School and Opoku Ware School in the Grand Finale.
This was PRESEC’s second consecutive NSMQ victory, making them the first school to achieve this feat since 2003. It was also their record-breaking 8th NSMQ title, further solidifying their position as the most successful school in the competition’s history.
PRESEC’s victory was a testament to their strong academic culture and their commitment to excellence in science and mathematics. The school’s students, teachers, and alumni all over Ghana celebrated their historic achievement.
Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School (PRESEC), Legon is one of the most successful schools in the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), having won the competition a record 8 times. Here is a summary of PRESEC’s success story in the 30 years of the NSMQ:
Below is the list of winners of the National Science and Maths Quiz(NSMQ) over the years.
| School | Year |
| Prempeh College, Kumasi | 1994 |
| Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, Legon | 1995 |
| Prempeh College, Kumasi | 1996 |
| Opoku Ware School, Kumasi | 1997 |
| Achimota School, Accra | 1998 |
| Mfantsipim School, Cape Coast | 1999 |
| St. Peter’s Secondary School, Nkwatia | 2000 |
| Pope John Secondary School, Koforidua | 2001 |
| Opoku Ware School, Kumasi | 2002 |
| Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, Legon | 2003 |
| Achimota School, Accra | 2004 |
| St. Peter’s Secondary School, Nkwatia | 2005 |
| Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, Legon | 2006 |
| St. Augustine’s College, Cape Coast | 2007 |
| Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, Legon | 2008 |
| Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, Legon | 2009 |
| Ghana Secondary Technical School, Takoradi | 2012 |
| St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School, Accra | 2013 |
| Mfantsipim School, Cape Coast | 2014 |
| Prempeh College, Kumasi | 2015 |
| Adisadel College | 2016 |
| Prempeh College | 2017 |
| St. Peter’s Senior High School, Nkwatia | 2018 |
| St. Augustine’s College, Cape Coast | 2019 |
| Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, Legon | 2020 |
| Prempeh College | 2021 |
| Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, Legon | 2022 |
PRESEC’s success in the NSMQ is attributed to a number of factors, including:
- A strong academic culture and a commitment to excellence in science and mathematics.
- A team of experienced and dedicated teachers.
- A talented pool of students who are passionate about science and mathematics.
- A strong support system from the school’s administration, alumni, and the wider community.
READ: 2023 NSMQ Grand Finale: Presec Boys Win 8th NSMQ Title
PRESEC’s success in the NSMQ is an inspiration to all schools in Ghana. It shows that with hard work, dedication, and a commitment to excellence, anything is possible.
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