Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee 2026
Almost 200 Year 7 and 8 students took part in the 2026 Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee, with an outstanding 23 MWSC spellers progressing to the State/Territory Finals: https://www.spelling-bee.com.au/
Competing at Red Level, our students tackled 30 words each, with only 25 seconds to spell each word. The challenge called for accuracy, concentration, a broad vocabulary and the ability to think quickly under pressure.
Our finalists reflected on the importance of reading widely, listening carefully and drawing on their knowledge of words when faced with unfamiliar vocabulary.
“Reading a lot of books helped me and extended my vocabulary. I recognised a few words because I had used them in essays before.”
“I wouldn’t know half these words otherwise. It encouraged me to read more books that include these types of vocabulary.”
One finalist also highlighted the importance of listening carefully:
“Rather than purely studying words, learning the specifics of pronunciation can help you significantly in the Bee.”
For another student, simply deciding to enter led to an unexpected achievement:
“I joined the Spelling Bee for fun, not expecting anything much. However, it turned into a highly enjoyable experience, and I ended up making it to the State Final.”
Our special congratulations to Shreya K, our Year 7 Champion, and Ayeeza A, our Year 8 Champion.
Congratulations to Ansh P, Arjun A, Ayeeza A, Chloe Y, Christopher G, Dhrumil M, Dhyey D, Dineth F, James K, Jonathan K, Kavish P, Krishav D, Max Z, Minh T, Naira S, Neil W, Rishita S, Saara M, Sanemi J, Serena Y, Shreya K, Tania L and Vanya Y on progressing to the State/Territory Finals.
Well done to all our MWSC spellers who took part and challenged themselves. For our Year 7 students, there is another opportunity ahead – they can return as Year 8 students in 2027 and take on the Red Level challenge again!
Mrs Tanya Alderton
Teacher Librarian, Senior Campus