The inaugural season of *As Schools Match Wits* burst onto screens on October 26, 1961, marking a fresh and lively new era in television quizzing. This first run introduced audiences to the unique format – pitting teams of quick-witted students against each other in a battle of academic prowess. Expect sharp repartee, challenging questions spanning a wide range of subjects, and the palpable excitement as schools competed for bragging rights and recognition. It was a chance to celebrate intelligence and showcase the remarkable abilities of young minds, all within an engaging and entertaining television spectacle.