EIGHT Year 10 students from Queen Elizabeth's Academy, Crediton, put their Maths to the test at the Year 10 Maths Challenge on January 15.

The challenge, held at Exeter University, involved teams from several state and private schools in the area.

The students consisted of two teams of four. Team One: Sam Hatchell, Dan Ley, Meera Dackombe and Chloe Chan; Team Two: Greta Robischon, Hanna Burggraf, Richard Chapple and Harriet Wood.

They had to complete five gruelling rounds requiring different skills and strategies for success. Challenges included learning how to do complicated calculations in base six arithmetic without the use of calculators and other equipment such as rulers and protractors.

After an exhausting day, Team Two landed themselves a worthy fifth place, but Team One were the overall winners and will now take part in the regional final to be held at the Met Office.

Julie Clawson, Head of Maths at QE, said: "Another Maths success for QE. What a brilliant result for our students. Congratulations must go to all the participants and good luck to the winning team for the next round."