Young Einsteins came up with the perfect formula when they entered a science competition.

Bolton School girls took part in the 56th Chemistry Olympiad in which they had to apply their chemical knowledge and mathematical skills in new, real-world, demanding situations.

All the students demonstrated their problem-solving skills, determination and persistence on topics.

Uma Patel of Year 13 achieved a Gold Certificate, Aaminah Patel, also of Year 13 achieved a Silver Certificate, along with Jacequine Mok from Year 12.

There were Bronze Certificates for Year 12 students Alexia Howarth, Rhea Sudhakar and Bing Yu Wang.

Chemistry Teacher s Alison Marrs said: ‘I congratulate all the girls. This is the first time that I am aware of a Year 13 Girls’ Division student getting a Gold certificate and the first time our Year 12 students have entered.’