HIPPO
ENGLISHWITHOUTBORDERS
the only truly international English language contest
since 2013
You want to know how it works? Download and read the Contest Regulations and related documents.
We aim at giving the same opportunities to everybody. Because equality isn't equity.
ROUNDS
REGULATIONS
You want to know how it works? Download and read the Contest Regulations and related documents.
HIPPO 4 EQUITY
YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE
Explore your options and decide where to start.
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- OUR PROJECTS
- TRAVEL WITH US
YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE
Explore your options and decide where to start.
World Finals
TRAVEL WITH US
Play-off
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Regional Qualifiers
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Hippo Summer Camp
TRAVEL WITH US
The Italian Way
OUR PROJECTS
Misseri x Hippo
OUR PROJECTS
462166
students so far
88238
students in 2024
3242
schools in 2024
67
countries
OUR COORDINATORS ABOUT US
Thanks to their dedication, our presence spans across the globe.
Zoran Lončarić
- Coordinator for CroatiaZoran Lončarić Coordinator for Croatia "Hippo was our chance to assess their knowledge and our teaching by an external evaluation. We all were so excited about the competition and hoped that our experience would be positive, and fortunately, it really and truly was. The only thing better than the collection of Hippo staff were students and their teachers."
Aranka Bárócz
- Coordinator for Romania"I can tell you, that nothing compares with the fulfillment when I see the sparkle in the finalists' eyes when they arrive to the Finals in Italy. What a wonderful concept this is, to gather children from all over the workd, in one place, to serve the same purpose of sharing the interest in the English language knowledge, meanwhile travelling, and seeing beautiful places."
Awais Naeem Mughal
- Coordinator for Pakistan"Since joining in 2018, I have seen the profound impact of the Hippo on English language learning and cultural exchange. By uniting students, teachers, and educators worldwide, the Hippo has cultivated a passion for language skills and cross-cultural understanding. The Competition's comprehensive assessments and engaging activities have substantially enhanced Pakistani students' English proficiency, fostering confidence, essential skills, and enduring global connections. The Hippo Association's unwavering support, guidance, and expertise have ensured a rewarding experience. Their dedication to education is truly inspiring."
Federica Pusineri - Dirdipiù
- Coordinator for North Italy"We liked the idea of an international competition like the Hippo English Language Olympiad right away because it responds exactly to these characteristics: it brings students closer to the study of English by making them participate in an international competition open to all. Internationality is precisely the most important and innovative stimulus because today it is essential to think more openly and allow children, even the youngest, to deal with cultures other than their own."
OUR STUDENTS SAY
When our students are happy, so are we.
Marta
"In 20 years this is gonna be a core memory for me! It was absolutely amazing"
Aden Avanesian
"We absolutly loved it, as a first time, it was amazing and looking forward to the next ones."
Ana Kavgic
"An experience i'll cherish forever, the atmosphere was so positive. "
Chaos
"It was really fun and the ceremony on wednesday was a memory that'll linger forever. Till next year!"