HIPPO

ENGLISHWITHOUTBORDERS

the only truly international English language contest

since 2013

Discover all the rounds, dates and locations of the Contest.

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

Discover all the rounds, dates and locations of the Contest.

REGULATIONS

You want to know how it works? Download and read the Contest Regulations and related documents.

HIPPO 4 EQUITY

We aim at giving the same opportunities to everybody. Because equality isn't equity.

YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE

Explore your options and decide where to start.

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  • OUR PROJECTS
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World Finals

TRAVEL WITH US

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Play-off

TRAVEL WITH US

Regional Qualifiers

TRAVEL WITH US

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Hippo Summer Camp

TRAVEL WITH US

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The Italian Way

OUR PROJECTS

Misseri x Hippo

OUR PROJECTS

YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE

Explore your options and decide where to start.

World Finals

TRAVEL WITH US

photo of play-off

Play-off

TRAVEL WITH US

Regional Qualifiers

TRAVEL WITH US

bucksmore view

Hippo Summer Camp

TRAVEL WITH US

Photo during The Italian Way

The Italian Way

OUR PROJECTS

Misseri x Hippo

OUR PROJECTS

462166

students so far

88238

students in 2024

3242

schools in 2024

67

countries

PARTNERSHIPS

To find out more about our amazing partners, click on the logo below to visit their website.

OUR COORDINATORS ABOUT US

Thanks to their dedication, our presence spans across the globe.

Zoran Lončarić
- Coordinator for Croatia

Zoran 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!"