Students sitting the NSW Selective High School Placement Test

Selective Test Preparation

Preparation for all four parts of the NSW Selective High School Placement Test: Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, Thinking Skills and Writing, with free full-length timed mock exams to practise at home.

What we cover

What classes focus on.

  • Reading

    Understanding a range of texts quickly and answering questions accurately under time pressure.

  • Mathematical Reasoning

    Problem solving that goes beyond school maths, with methods for working fast and checking answers.

  • Thinking Skills

    Critical thinking and problem solving: logic, patterns, arguments and conclusions.

  • Writing

    Planning and writing a clear, engaging piece in the time allowed.

How classes work

  1. Learn in class2 days a week, 2-hour session each day, 4 hours of tuition a week, taught in person at the centre.
  2. Practise the test formatTimed practice in all four areas, plus free full-length mock exams online with marks and worked solutions.
  3. Revise at home, freeFree online notes and timed quizzes for every topic, so revision before a test is quick and focused.

Free resources

Open to everyone, no sign-up.

Pricing

One monthly fee, no sign-up fee. Your first week is free.

Selective Test Preparation

$400/ month

  • 2 days a week
  • 2-hour session each day
  • 4 hours of tuition a week
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Questions parents ask

Which parts of the test do you cover?

All four: Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, Thinking Skills and Writing, in one program.

Are there practice tests?

Yes. There are free, full-length timed mock exams online in the same format as the real test, with marks and a worked solution for every question.

How does the free trial work?

The free trial lets your child attend every class for any subject for one whole week. Once the week is over, parents and students can decide whether they would like to enrol.

How much does it cost?

$400 a month, which covers 2 days a week, 2-hour session each day, 4 hours of tuition a week. There is no sign-up fee and the first week is free.

Where are classes held?

At our centre at 6 Grose St, Parramatta NSW 2150.

Visit the centre

6 Grose St, Parramatta NSW 2150

Classes are held in person at our centre in Parramatta.

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