ASAT is a comprehensive assessment program specifically for Year 5/6 students who will sit the Selective High School Placement Test. It prides distinction among other practice exams in producing up-to-date questions and implementing exam information upgrades parallel to that of the actual tests. ASAT is developed and conducted by Pre-Uni New College. For the information about the Selective High School Placement Test, please visit the NSW Department of Education website.
What are the benefits?
Participation in ASAT provides an opportunity for students to gain a measure of their current achievement level under the same exam conditions as actual Selective High School Placement Test. It is greatly help parents select or review suitable school choices for their selective high schools applications.
How are the ASAT results reported?
All candidates receive their ASAT outcome report by email usually 2 weeks after the test. The report contains students’ test performance bands, overall rank as well as other information about averages and levels in the skills compared with the rest of the candidates.
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The 36th ASAT Information
Who can register
The registration is open to Year 5 students intending to sit for the 2026 Selective High School Placement Test.
Test Date
Sunday, 19th October 2025
Test Session
Morning (Approx. 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM) or Afternoon (Approx. 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM) session.
Please note: Session times are approximate and may vary based on the venue and total number of participants. Exact timings will be confirmed closer to the date.
Students will receive an email with their Test Centre Advice Letter starting from 14th October 2025, which will include the full details of their assigned test centre and their confirmed session time.
Test Format
Computer-based tests
Testing Device Options
1. Bring your own device (BYOD)
Testing Device Minimum Requirements
Operating System: Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.12.1 or later, or the latest Chrome OS.
Wi-Fi Connectivity: The laptop must be able to connect to a wireless network.
Battery Life: Minimum of 4 hours - power outlets will not be available.
Login Access: Ensure you can log in to your laptop without any issues.
Security Settings: Disable antivirus software, proxy configurations, and VPNs.
Chromebooks: Enable Guest Browsing via the Privacy & Security settings.
Web Browser: The latest version of a modern browser - Google Chrome is recommended.
Safari for macOS: Disable iCloud Private Relay via the System Settings menu.
Device Compatibility: Tablet PCs (iPads, Galaxy Tabs) are not supported for ASAT testing.
If your child’s personal BYOD laptop encounters technical issues during the test and requires a rental device to continue, a fixed rental fee of $50 will apply - regardless of the duration of use. Please review Clause 7 in the Conditions of Registration for complete details.
2. Device Rental
If your child doesn't have a suitable laptop, we offer laptop rentals for $50 per student.
Please note that stocks are very limited and are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you need a rental, be sure to request it during registration.
Test Result
Students can expect to receive their outcome advice email on 2nd November 2025. This email will include a direct link to download their detailed ASAT outcome report.
Test Structure
The ASAT consists of four sections of tests and is structured as follows:
Section
Minutes
Questions
Reading
40
30 answers across 16 questions
Mathematical reasoning
40
35
Thinking skills
40
40
Writing
30
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Test Registration
How to Register
The ASAT registration is now closed.
Registration Fee
$100 per appilicant (non-refundable)
Extra surcharge will be applied to online payments.
Registration deadline
Registration will close at any time when all seats are fully booked.
Conditions of Registration
While we aim to provide an accurate mock test experience, it is important to note that this mock test may differ from the real exam in aspects such as testing environment, structure, question content, and overall difficulty.
This mock test is independently produced by Pre-Uni New College and is not endorsed by the NSW Department of Education.
All test questions are confidential and cannot be reviewed after the exam.
Any form of cheating, including copying or taking screenshots, will result in immediate test cancellation and forfeiture of results.
If a student is absent or arrives late, no makeup session will be provided for the missed test - regardless of the reason for the absence or lateness.
Registration cancellations are non-refundable and cannot be credited.
If a student's personal BYOD laptop experiences technical issues during the test, a rental laptop may be issued immediately - without prior notice or parental consent - to ensure the student can continue without disruption. A fixed charge of $50 will apply, regardless of how long the device is used. The fee must be paid within 7 days of the test date. The student's test report will be withheld until payment is received.
Parents will be held responsible for any costs incurred due to damage to rental laptops resulting from student negligence.
In unforeseen circumstances - such as a non-operational test venue or technical difficulties - the test centre may be reassigned, or a makeup test may be scheduled at a different date, time, and location.
What students say.
The ASAT test really helped me in familiarising with the new selective test structure and time frames. The questions were really similar to the real test and they both had the same time limits and questions.
I think that the ASAT test was harder than the selective test, giving us experience and reassurance that we were truly prepared. It was good practice and I think that it was beneficial that many people took part in the ASAT tests so that we could roughly see our ranking.
Reflecting on my ASAT experience, I have no regrets taking the tests as it was good practice and reassuring to know what I got in ASAT when I sat the Selective Test.
Grace's Testimonial
James Ruse Agricultural High School
I found the ASAT test quite similar to the real test. The close passage was easier than the real test, and so was the thinking skills.
Henry's Testimonial
James Ruse Agricultural High School
This was very helpful in preparation for the selective school test. The sessions were managed by staff members just like the real test and it felt like the actual test which helped me familiarise myself with the tension!
Dana's Testimonial
North Sydney Girls High School
The ASAT test was very helpful in preparation for the actual English, Maths and General Ability tests. The test times were very the same.
Even the ASAT questions were a bit harder than the actual tests, it was very helpful and beneficial.
Justine's Testimonial
James Ruse Agricultural High School
The ASAT was a bit harder than the actual tests but that’s always good because it’s preparing me and challenging me further than what we’d actually get. So I was prepared more than I need to be.
Aaron's Testimonial
James Ruse Agricultural High School
The actual test was very similar to the ASAT and I wasn’t feeling nervous because I’ve done the similar tests before. I was feeling really happy as I could let go of my knowledge at the test.
Susan's Testimonial
James Ruse Agricultural High School
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