Use Your NSW Active and Creative Kids Voucher for Our Writing Course!
Jun 24 2025
We are proud to be a registered provider for the NSW Government’s Active and Creative Kids Voucher program, which allows eligible families to apply their vouchers toward our Writing Course.
Who Is Eligible?
If you live in NSW and have a school-aged child eligible for the program, you can apply your voucher to help cover the cost of our course.
About the Writing Course
Our Writing Course is designed to develop creative writing skills, improve sentence structure, and encourage storytelling. With personalized feedback tailored to each student’s level, the program helps build confidence and strong communication abilities through writing.
How to Use Your Voucher
1. The voucher amount will be deducted from your course fee. 2. Apply for your Active and Creative Kids Voucher via the NSW Service website. 3. During registration for the Writing Course, enter your voucher code.
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
📢 Year 4 and 6 Students! As you embark on your final term, let’s prepare you for the challenging OC and selective school placement tests in May. Our comprehensive WEMT and OCTTC/STTC provide in-depth review and expert strategies to boost your chances of success. 📢 All Students! Our Term 1 courses are […]
Exciting news! Term 3 courses at Pre-Uni New College are just around the corner. These expertly designed programs provide students with a solid academic foundation, helping them prepare for key exams such as OC, selective school placement tests, and independent school scholarship exams.
Building More Than Just Knowledge
Our courses go beyond traditional learning, focusing on essential skills in reading comprehension, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking. We aim to develop your child’s abilities, ensuring they excel in upcoming exams and beyond.
Find Out More
For full details on term 3 course schedules, fees and discount offer, please check the latest newsletter at the link below. We look forward to a fantastic term ahead! ⭐
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
📢 Year 4 and 6 Students! As you embark on your final term, let’s prepare you for the challenging OC and selective school placement tests in May. Our comprehensive WEMT and OCTTC/STTC provide in-depth review and expert strategies to boost your chances of success. 📢 All Students! Our Term 1 courses are […]
Give your child a valuable advantage this winter break with our Winter Holiday Course!
May 20 2025
Boost your skills and confidence this winter break! 🔥
Pre-Uni New College is running a special winter holiday course from 7th July to 18th July.
This is a great opportunity for K-6 students:
Boost their academic skills in core subjects like maths, reading, writing, and critical thinking.
Gear up for upcoming tests with confidence. Whether it’s NAPLAN, selective school, and OC placement tests. It will equip them with the knowledge and strategies.
Solidify a strong foundation for the new term. By tackling core concepts early on, they’ll enter the next term feeling prepared and ready to excel.
Courses Tailored for Each Year Level
Year 6
Get ready for a smooth transition to Year 7 with essential topics in English and maths.
Years 4 & 5
Build a strong foundation and gain a head start on selective school exams.
Year 3
Prepare for the 2026 OC exam with our intensive courses designed to maximise success.
Year K-2
Solidify the building blocks of learning and gain confidence to excel in the new term.
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
📢 Year 4 and 6 Students! As you embark on your final term, let’s prepare you for the challenging OC and selective school placement tests in May. Our comprehensive WEMT and OCTTC/STTC provide in-depth review and expert strategies to boost your chances of success. 📢 All Students! Our Term 1 courses are […]
Years K–6 students will complete their term tests in Week 8
May 07 2025
As part of the Term 2 coursework (6+/WEMT/EMG/EM), Years K–6 students will complete their term tests in Week 8. These assessments will measure their understanding of key learning objectives, and results will be used for reporting purposes.
📌 Test Details:
Test Period:14 – 20 June 2025 (Saturday – Friday)
Format: Online tests via Cyberschool. All questions are multiple-choice, except for writing tasks.
Writing Submission: Marks will not be awarded for irrelevant writing or copied work.
No Catch-Up Tests: Ensure all tests are completed within the test period.
Test structures vary by grade – see the breakdown below.
✏️ Test Structure:
Test Grade
English
Maths
Writing
Thinking Skills
Year 6 (6+)
30 questions in 30 minutes
30 questions in 30 minutes
One writing task in 30 minutes
N/A
Year 5 WEMT
30 questions in 30 minutes
30 questions in 30 minutes
One writing task in 30 minutes
25 questions in 30 minutes
Year 4 WEMT
30 questions in 30 minutes
30 questions in 30 minutes
One writing task in 30 minutes
25 questions in 30 minutes
Year 3 WEMT
30 questions in 30 minutes
30 questions in 30 minutes
One writing task in 30 minutes
20 questions in 30 minutes
Year 2 WEMT
30 questions in 30 minutes
30 questions in 30 minutes
One writing task in 60 minutes
20 questions in 30 minutes
Year 1 EMG
20 questions in 30 minutes
20 questions in 30 minutes
N/A
General ability: 20 questions in 30 minutes
Year K EM
15 questions in 30 minutes
15 questions in 30 minutes
N/A
N/A
📌Test Results & Reports
Test reports will be emailed to parents at the end of Term 2 and will include: • Total marks and achievement level • Comprehensive comments on test components • Special Online Quiz (S.O.Q) scores
To ensure S.O.Q scores appear on the report, students must complete all S.O.Q quizzes by 20 June 2025.
💻 How to Complete Online Term Tests
Follow these steps to complete your online term tests on Cyberschool:
Log in to Cyberschool during the test period.
Navigate to ‘Term Test’ in the sidebar.
Read and accept the Conditions of Use.
Select your subject and click ‘Start’.
Follow instructions, answer questions carefully, and monitor the timer.
Click ‘Finish’ and confirm submission.
Repeat for all remaining subjects before the deadline.
✔️ Test Review & Report Download
Students can review incorrect answers in Mathematics, Thinking Skills (WEMT), and General Ability (EMG) between7 – 13 July (Monday – Sunday) 2025. The system will display up to 10 incorrectly answered questions, along with detailed explanations
How to Review Online Term Tests
Log in to Cyberschool during the review period.
Go to MY COURSES > [Course Name] > Term Test Review in the sidebar menu.
Agree to the terms and select the test subject (Maths, T.S., or G.A.).
Click on a question number to see the question and explanation.
Download Your Term Test Report:
A PDF report will be available during the review period. Navigate to MY COURSES > [Course Name] > My Result, then click to download.
❓ Common Questions
Q.My test review isn’t showing up! What’s wrong? A. If you haven’t taken the test yet or your results haven’t been graded, you won’t see any questions. If you answered all the questions correctly, you also won’t see a review. Finally, the review is available only during a specific timeframe (7 days) after the term finishes.
Q. I can’t find the specific question I want to review. A. The review only shows the 10 most challenging maths and thinking skills (general ability for Year 1) questions you missed. If the question you’re looking for wasn’t one of the hardest 10, it won’t be there.
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
📢 Year 4 and 6 Students! As you embark on your final term, let’s prepare you for the challenging OC and selective school placement tests in May. Our comprehensive WEMT and OCTTC/STTC provide in-depth review and expert strategies to boost your chances of success. 📢 All Students! Our Term 1 courses are […]
Boost Exam Confidence: Try the Special Practice Test for Free on Cyberschool
Great news for Year 4&6 students preparing for the OC/Selective School exam!
May 05 2025
In order to ensure our Year 4&6 students remain actively involved in their preparation for the OC/ Selective school exam, we offer eligible* students with a Special Practice Test at no cost.
This test is a valuable opportunity to boost exam readiness through realistic practice and self-assessment. Access is available until Sunday, 25th May 2025.
Who Can Apply:
Year 4&6 students who have enrolled in any of the 2024 or 2025 WEMT, OCTTC, STTC or ASAT are eligible to apply for the test at no cost.
Test Availability:
Upon registration, you can access the tests which are available from 18th April until Sunday, 25th May 2025.
How to Take the Test:
1.Go to the test dashboard by clicking the Selective Special Practice menu on Cyberschool. 2.Choose the desired test and subject and click on “Start” to begin the test. 3.Once completed, click the “Finish” button to submit the test.
Test Results & Review
Upon completing the test, you can view your test score on the test dashboard. If you wish to review the test questions, simply click on the blue ‘Test Review’ button located below your test score. This will allow you to go through the questions and assess your performance.
PLEASE NOTE
The Selective Special Practice Test is designed to be self-paced, and no additional resource and no teacher support will be provided. Therefore, we highly encourage parental support and guidance during this test period to ensure the best possible outcome for your child.
The test schedule may subject to change any time without prior notice.
Conditions of the test
To eligible to apply for this test, students must be in Year 4&6 in 2025 and enrolled in any of the 2024 or 2025 WEMT, OCTTC, STTC or ASAT.
The test is available from 18th April until 25th May 2025.
Please note that the questions included in the test are intended solely as a reference and for the purpose of revision.
We do not guarantee that the questions presented in the test correspond with the question types that may arise in the selective school exam.
Terms and conditions of this test may be subject to change without notice.
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
📢 Year 4 and 6 Students! As you embark on your final term, let’s prepare you for the challenging OC and selective school placement tests in May. Our comprehensive WEMT and OCTTC/STTC provide in-depth review and expert strategies to boost your chances of success. 📢 All Students! Our Term 1 courses are […]
While students must be feeling nervous, it is often the parents who carry an even heavier burden in their hearts. The desire to provide even slightly better opportunities for your child, and the deep love that drives you to do your best for them, makes this time feel especially heavy and sensitive.
Yet, our children do not always move exactly according to our hopes. Perhaps that is simply part of the natural process of growing up.
This message is shared with the hope that you can read it with a light heart. For now, the most important thing is for your child to perform well in the exam. School choices can be adjusted after the exam is over.
There is no need to burden your heart with excessive worries right now. It will never be too late to calmly reconsider school selections after the exam is completed.
These ideas are, in fact, simply common sense. When it is someone else’s situation, it seems clear and rational. However, when it becomes our own situation, it is natural for emotions to cloud our judgement.
Especially nowadays, with the rapid development of social media, it is easy to encounter countless personal experiences being generalised hastily. Reading such case-by-case stories can easily shake our confidence.
But remember — Feeling anxious or uncertain is a natural human response. It does not mean you are wrong or weak. It simply means you care deeply.
Now, more than anything else, the greatest gift you can give your child is your calm support and warm encouragement, so they can approach the exam with peace of mind and do their best.
1. Background: Why Prediction is Difficult
Analysis of TTC data shows that
while some students consistently maintain their ranking regardless of difficulty,
others experience significant fluctuations depending on the exam.
Therefore, the reliability of predictions is:
Higher for students whose performance remains consistent,
Lower for students whose performance is unstable.
Exam results can vary due to many external factors.
This is similar to sports or musical competitions.
For example, the FIFA-ranked No. 1 team does not always win the World Cup.
2. Structure of the Selective High School Test
System Structure • The Selective High School Test offers places strictly based on ranking within a set number of available spots. • It is not about absolute scores but relative performance. • Even if a student scores 99, if more than ten students score 100 for ten available places, the student may not receive an offer.
Why was this system created? • The Selective High School system was developed by the NSW Department of Education. • As public schools, Selective High Schools cannot leave places unfilled, unlike private or catchment-based local schools. • Therefore, to ensure that all places are filled, the system operates through: – Three stages of selection (Initial Offer → Reserve → Late Offer), – Reserve lists, and – Selective Transfers for Years 7–10 to fill mid-year vacancies.
• The selection and placement process is detailed and systematic because all available spots must be filled each year.
3. How School Preference order is commonly determined in the market
Two main criteria are widely used:
1. Cut-off Score System • Schools are selected based on past published cut-off scores. • However, these cut-off scores represent the last reserve offer and may not perfectly reflect the actual minimum admission level.
2. Sydney Morning Herald (SMH) HSC Rankings • Schools are ranked based on HSC performance results published by SMH. • While useful as a general reference, these rankings are not a perfect indicator of a school’s overall quality and are influenced by our natural trust in numbers.
Why is school preference determined this way?
• Most parents and students tend to apply to higher-ranking schools as their first preference. • Reflecting market trends, using cut-off scores and HSC rankings provides a more realistic approach to setting school choices.
4. Prediction Models and Their Limitations
Model A: TTC Score Compared with Cut-off • Individual TTC scores are compared to past cut-off scores to predict likely outcomes. • When the sample size is small, it is difficult to use group averages or rankings, so simple direct comparisons are typically used. • It is quick and intuitive but does not fully account for variations in exam difficulty or year-to-year changes.
Model B: TTC Score Plus Ranking Percentage • This method considers both the individual score and the student’s percentile rank within the group. • It is more reliable when the sample size is large, but less effective with smaller groups.
Model C: Hybrid Model • A balanced approach that considers both scores and ranking. • To reduce prediction errors, rather than suggesting only one school, a range of possible schools is recommended. • This allows students and parents to build more flexible and realistic strategies.
5. Additional Factors Complicating Prediction
Equity Model Implementation The Department of Education has not disclosed the detailed standards for applying the Equity Model, making predictions difficult.
Reserve System Final offers can change based on parental decisions and movement between schools.
Changes from 2025 The exam has shifted to a new structure spread over three days, making outcomes even harder to predict.
6. Conclusion
Students with consistent performance can be predicted with a relatively high degree of reliability based on past data.
For students with variable performance, discrepancies between predicted and actual outcomes are more common.
School selection is not a matter of perfect prediction but of making the best decision based on available information and trends.
Right now, the most important thing is not perfect planning, but supporting your child so they can do their best on exam day with confidence and calmness.
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Get ready to ace the Selective High School Writing Test with this comprehensive guide covering test format, marking criteria, writing forms and structures, typing tips, and practical advice to tackle any prompt confidently.
Get ready to ace the Selective High School Writing Test with this comprehensive guide covering test format, marking criteria, writing forms and structures, typing tips, and practical advice to tackle any prompt confidently.
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
Here’s what you need to know for the upcoming exam!
Apr 26 2025
Test Admission Ticket
Important: Download and print your Test Admission Ticket from theapplication dashboard.
Your child must bring the printed test admission ticket to the test centre and show it to the invigilator.Digital copies on phones or devices will not be accepted.
Students must wear their school uniform (sports uniform with the school emblem is fine. Let your child choose their preferred uniform (formal or sports). Pack a hat for breaks outdoors and a jacket if the weather is cool.
What to Bring
● Two 2B pencils ● Eraser ● Pencil sharpener ● Printed Test Admission Ticket ● Clear water bottle
If Applicable, Also Bring:
● Approved adjustments for disability (e.g., FM transmitters) ● EpiPen, asthma inhalers, diabetes medication, or other necessary medications ● Glasses ● Tissues ● A clear plastic bag for stationery (no pencil cases allowed) ● A quiet wristwatch (no noise, calculators, computing, internet connection, messaging, or malpractice features)
What NOT to Bring:
● Pens ● Rulers ● Calculators ● Note paper ● Dictionaries or other books ● Smartwatches, phones, or other devices that compute, photograph, communicate, or make noise ● Pencil cases
Frequently Asked Questions:
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Need to Know
Do we need exactly two pencils?
Two is just the minimum recommendation, so you won’t run out. Feel free to pack three or more pencils, just in case.
Do all stationery items have to be in a clear plastic bag?
Yes, all stationery items must be in a clear plastic (ziplock) bag. Following this rule avoids potential issues on test day. Pencil cases are not allowed to be brought.
Can they bring an insulated water bottle?
No. Use a small, clear water bottle (like those from major supermarkets), remove the label, and write your child’s name on it.
What if my child is sick and unable to attend the test day?
Obtain a doctor’s certificate and submit it through the application dashboard by the specified cut-off date (for a make-up test on 19th May). For more information, see Illness or misadventure
What is the duration of the test?
OC Exam timetable 8:00 am Students arrive 8:30 am Reading Test (30 minutes) 9:00 am Short break (students remain seated or use the bathroom) 9:10 am Mathematical Reasoning Test (40 minutes) 9:55 am Short break (students remain seated or use the bathroom) 10:05 am Thinking Skills Test (30 minutes) 10:40 am End of Thinking Skills Test 10:55 am Parent pick-up time
Selective Exam Timetable 12:00 pm Students arrive 12:30 pm Reading Test (40 minutes) 1:10 pm Short break (students remain seated or use bathroom) 1:20 pm Mathematical Reasoning Test (40 minutes) 2:10 pm Longer Break (students can leave the room or use bathroom) 2:40 pm Thinking Skills Test (40 minutes) 3:25 pm Short break (students remain seated or use bathroom) 3:35 pm Writing Test (30 minutes) 4:10 pm End of the Writing Test 4:20 pm Parent pick-up time
Are snacks allowed?
Yes, for the selective school test, students may bring a substantial snack to eat during the longer break between tests. However, for the OC test, snacks are not permitted as the breaks are shorter.
Is a wristwatch necessary?
A wristwatch is not essential, as the test screen will display the time. However, you may provide a quiet one, ensuring it does not produce noise or include features such as calculators, computing capabilities, internet access, messaging, or any other functions that could lead to malpractice.
Is there an online practice test available?
Yes, new online practice tests are now accessible. Encourage your child to familiarize themselves with the test sections by visiting the relevant test page provided below.
No, a Windows laptop with a trackpad and a separate mouse will be provided by the department for each student. Students are not permitted to bring their own computer equipment.
Do students need to submit their answers for each test?
No, students’ answers are automatically saved and submitted when the time for each test component ends. There is no ‘submit’ or ‘finish’ button.
Can students track their word count for the Selective Writing test?
No, the test software does not include a word count functionality for the Writing test.
Are working-out papers provided?
Yes, each student will receive two A3 sheets of paper for working out at the beginning of the test.
How many students applied for the 2025 test?*
Selective School Exam: 17,559 students applied for one of 4,248 places (excluding Aurora College). OC Exam: 13,110 students applied for one of 1,840 places (excluding Aurora College).
What if something goes wrong during the test?
Ensure your child knows they should not hesitate to raise their hand if they face any issues, such as a problem with computer hardware or software. There’s no need to panic—help will be provided once they signal for assistance.
Dear Parents and Carers,
Greetings to you all. We would like to express our sincere gratitude for the constant support you give your children in their studies. The ASAT results have now been released. ASAT is a practice exam designed to replicate the conditions of the OC and Selective High School Placement Tests, giving students invaluable, hands-on experience before the real event. Thanks to your strong support, our cohort is large and the data are meaningful; however, we wish to emphasise that ASAT scores are reference data only and should never be regarded as definitive. We are aware of recent discussions such as “Which organisation’s predictions are more accurate?” or “Does ASAT truly align with the real test results?”
This year’s exams involve numerous variables: three separate test days, first-ever computer-based testing (CBT), and complex interactions between student scores, school choices, and allocation procedures. Given these factors, any forecast may fit some students yet cannot be a perfect match for everyone. At Pre-Uni New College, we openly acknowledge these limitations. ASAT is provided as a learning experience to guide students and families; it is not a fortune-telling tool for school placement. We ask for your understanding that its purpose is to build exam readiness and offer broad guidance, not to predict placements with absolute certainty.
Regardless of your child’s ASAT outcome, what matters most is that they enter the real tests in the best possible condition, minimise errors, and perform to their full ability. While practice questions play an important role, the greatest support comes from your warm encouragement and the confidence you instil in them. Considering the pressure young students already face, parental reassurance is more vital than ever.
The 2025 cohort will be the first to sit the exams in CBT format. For many children, an unfamiliar computer interface and travelling long distances to test centres can heighten anxiety. Both the Selective High School and Opportunity Class tests are, by nature, competitive selection processes, so not every student will achieve his or her preferred outcome. Nevertheless, we believe that the preparation journey itself will provide valuable skills that benefit students well beyond these exams.
Having overseen ASAT in CBT form ourselves, we understand just how challenging it is to manage every possible variable. To those who have never run such a test, it may appear straightforward, but in reality it is far from simple. For that reason, we earnestly hope that no unexpected technical issues arise in the NSW OC or Selective exams, so that all students can be assessed fairly and without external disruption. We trust the DoE NSW will do everything possible to ensure a smooth testing experience.
With only one week remaining, please remind your children: “Don’t worry, you can do it—remember that we love you, believe in you, and are always here with a big hug.”
Encourage plenty of rest and healthy routines so they arrive at the exam room calm and confident. Our shared goal is to help every student demonstrate their abilities in a safe, equitable environment. Thank you once again for your steadfast support and encouragement. We wish your children every success and a bright future ahead.
This guide provides the latest 2025–2026 admissions information for undergraduate-entry medical programs in the Sydney region. It covers entry requirements, selection criteria, and unique features for each program, and concludes with a brief look at other notable medical entry pathways in Australia. All information is current for students applying in 2025 for 2026 commencement. 📌 […]
Get ready to ace the Selective High School Writing Test with this comprehensive guide covering test format, marking criteria, writing forms and structures, typing tips, and practical advice to tackle any prompt confidently.
Get ready to ace the Selective High School Writing Test with this comprehensive guide covering test format, marking criteria, writing forms and structures, typing tips, and practical advice to tackle any prompt confidently.
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
Starting on Saturday, 26th April, we’re excited to launch our Term 2 courses!
Our Term 2 courses are designed to give students a strong academic foundation and prepare them to excel in their upcoming exams such as OC & selective school placements, and independent school scholarships exams.
By enrolling in Term 2 courses, students will:
Strengthen their core knowledge in key subjects.
Gain a competitive edge by getting ahead of their peers.
For more information, including the Term 2 schedule and important notices, please see the course newsletter below.
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
📢 Year 4 and 6 Students! As you embark on your final term, let’s prepare you for the challenging OC and selective school placement tests in May. Our comprehensive WEMT and OCTTC/STTC provide in-depth review and expert strategies to boost your chances of success. 📢 All Students! Our Term 1 courses are […]
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
📢 Year 4 and 6 Students! As you embark on your final term, let’s prepare you for the challenging OC and selective school placement tests in May. Our comprehensive WEMT and OCTTC/STTC provide in-depth review and expert strategies to boost your chances of success. 📢 All Students! Our Term 1 courses are […]
As the exam approaches, expectations can feel overwhelming for students and parents. While it’s natural to worry about school choices, the focus should be on your child’s performance. Instead of succumbing to anxiety, provide calm support.
📢 Year 4 and 6 Students! As you embark on your final term, let’s prepare you for the challenging OC and selective school placement tests in May. Our comprehensive WEMT and OCTTC/STTC provide in-depth review and expert strategies to boost your chances of success. 📢 All Students! Our Term 1 courses are […]
