Bingo Education

FWe’re excited to share a new chapter for the Bingo Education community 🎉 ♟️

We have officially partnered with MindMetta, a Melbourne-based psychological wellbeing service, to better support families beyond the chess classroom.

This long-term collaboration brings together two key pillars of child development:
✨ Cognitive growth and strategic thinking through chess
✨ Emotional wellbeing, confidence and resilience through professional psychological support

Together with MindMetta, we will be launching future family wellness programs, offer a referral support system, and create opportunities that support both mental wellbeing and long-term learning outcomes for students and parents alike.

Because helping children grow means nurturing both the mind and the heart.

Discover more about this partnership on our website:
🌐 bingoeducation.com.au/psychotherapy-partnership/

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♟️ Chess Puzzle #12

Black to move. Can you find the best continuation?

White’s king looks well protected, but there’s tension in the position. The key lies in coordination and forcing moves.

Ask yourself:
• Are there any checks?
• Can you create a decisive threat?
• What happens if White captures?

Take your time and calculate carefully. One precise move can change everything.

💬 Comment your move below
📌 Save this puzzle to try again later
👥 Tag a friend who loves a tactical challenge

♟️ Accelerated Competition Training Program – 2026 Term 1

Ready to help your child compete with greater confidence and consistency?

Our Accelerated Competition Training Program is designed for students who are actively playing or preparing for tournaments and want structured, high-level guidance.

📅 Program Dates:
9 February – 30 March 2026
7 rounds in total

This program focuses on practical tournament performance, not just theory. Students will train in real competition conditions while receiving detailed feedback and analysis.

What students will gain:
✔ Improve practical strength under time pressure
✔ Enhance competition performance and decision-making
✔ Structured post-game analysis and personalised feedback
✔ Incentives and rewards to encourage progress

We work on opening preparation, middlegame planning, endgame technique, time management, and most importantly, the mindset required to perform in real tournaments.

Spots are limited to maintain training quality.

📩 Message us to enrol
🌐 bingoeducation.com.au

Give your child the competitive edge this Term 1.

♟️ Chess Puzzle #11

White to move. Can you find the winning idea?

This position is full of tension. Black’s king looks safe at first glance, but is it really? 👀

Take a close look at:
• Piece coordination
• Tactical threats
• Forcing moves

Sometimes the best move is not the most obvious one. Think checks, captures, and threats.

💬 Comment your answer below
📩 Save this post and try it again later
👥 Tag a chess friend who loves a challenge

We’ll reveal the solution soon.

♟️ Melbourne Chess Class at Bingo Education

Looking for a structured and inspiring chess program for your child?

At Bingo Education, we focus on more than just moving pieces. Our classes are designed to build logical thinking, concentration, confidence, and competitive skills in a supportive environment.

✔ Small group coaching
✔ Experienced, high-level chess coaches
✔ Structured curriculum for steady improvement
✔ Tournament preparation and game analysis
✔ Suitable for beginners to advanced players

Our Melbourne classes combine professional training with encouragement and personal guidance. Every student receives individual attention to help them grow at their own pace.

Whether your child is just starting out or preparing for competition, Bingo Education provides the pathway to long-term improvement.

📍 Melbourne
📩 Message us to book a trial class

♟️ Calling all young chess enthusiasts in Melbourne!

The 2025 Youth Charity Chess Tournament, jointly hosted by Melbourne Great Ocean Lions Club and Bingo Education, is now open for registration! This ACF-rated event aims to raise funds for the Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation (ALCCRF).

🏆 Grand Prize: $600 total (U21 / U14 / U10 divisions)
⏱️ Format: 7-round Swiss, 13+2 rapid time control
🎖️ Prizes: Medals and digital certificates for all winners

📅 Date: Sunday, 19 October 2025
📍 Venue: The Herzl Club, 222 Balaclava Road, Caulfield North VIC 3183

Join us to test your skills, have fun, and support a meaningful cause. Limited spots available, so register early!

🔗 Register now: https://www.trybooking.com/1424085

🏆✨ Congratulations to all the winners of the 2025 Victorian Women’s Championship!

🥇 Vidushi Dissanayake – Champion
🥈 Deethya Sai Katakam – 2nd Place
🥉 Chloe Wang – 3rd Place

We are so proud of every player who joined this year’s tournament and made it such a memorable event. A special thank you to all the families, coaches, and supporters who continue to inspire the next generation of chess players.

📸 Parents and participants can now download the full collection of tournament photos from our official website: https://bingoeducation.com.au/2025-victorian-womens-chess-championship-a-celebration-of-talent-and-determination/

🎓🧠 Chess Meets Curiosity!

Bingo Education had the joy of visiting Inspire Early Learning Camberwell to host a special chess introduction class for their Kinder students!

Led by our passionate educators Catherine and Lilian, little minds were buzzing with questions like:
“Why can pawns only move one step?” 🐾
“Can my knight jump over the queen?” 👑🐴

It was their first time exploring the world of chess — and their eyes sparkled with excitement! ✨ From learning the names of each piece to acting out their quirky movements across the board, the children laughed, learned, and let their imaginations run wild.

🌟 At Bingo, we believe that strategy, creativity, and collaboration start young. Thanks to Inspire Early Learning for welcoming us into such a warm and inspiring classroom!

📍Location: Inspire Camberwell
👩‍🏫 Educators: Catherine & Lilian from Bingo Education
♟️ Topic: Chess + Creative Thinking

♟️✨ Calling All Queens of the Board! ✨♟️

Bingo Education is proud to host the 2025 Victorian Women’s Chess Championship — a weekend of strategy, challenge, and celebration of female chess talent! Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or an ambitious rising star, this is your chance to shine.

🗓 Dates: Saturday 27 September – Sunday 28 September 2025
🕘 Time: 9:30 AM start (both days)
📍 Location: Suite 1/207 Blackburn Road, Mount Waverley
🧭 Format: 6 Rounds, Open Swiss
⏱ Rate of Play: 60 mins + 30 sec increment per move
🏆 Rated: ACF & FIDE

💸 Entry Fee:
• Adult: $90
• Junior: $80
• WFM: $60, FREE for WGM & WIM
🎉 Early Bird Special: $10 off if paid by Sunday 7 September 2025

🔗 Register Here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1454453

Enquiries & Registration:
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.bingoeducation.com.au

Let’s make moves that matter. See you on the board! ♟💚