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 34th ASAT Information
Who can register
The registration is open to Year 5 students who will sit the NSW selective high school placement test on 2nd - 4th May 2025.
Test Date
Sunday, 27th October 2024
Test Session
8:40am – 12:30pm OR 1:30pm – 5:20pm
Test centre locations
Strathfield Area
Pennant Hills Area
Moorebank Area
Test Format
Computer-based tests
Testing Device Options
1. Bring your own device (BYOD)
* Testing Device Requirements
Operating system: Windows 10 or higher, macOS Sierra 10.12.1 or higher, or the latest Chrome OS version.
Wi-Fi enabled: Your laptop must be able to connect to a wireless network.
Charge your laptop fully: Your laptop must have a full charge before the test and be capable of running for at least 4 hours without access to a power outlet.
Backup power bank: There will be NO power outlets available for your laptop. If you're concerned about your laptop's battery life, please bring a fully charged power bank and a compatible charging cable.
Web browser: Ensure your laptop has the latest version of a web browser installed. Google Chrome is highly recommended to avoid any technical issues.
2. Device Rental
An additional $50 fee applies for device rental.
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental laptop caused by your child's negligence or misuse.
Stocks are very limited.
Test Result
Parents can expect to receive their test outcome advice email on 10th November 2024. The email will include a download link for accessing their child's outcome report.
Test Structure
The ASAT consists of four sections of tests and is structured as follows:
Section
Minutes
Questions
Reading
40
30
Mathematical reasoning
40
35
Thinking skills
40
40
Writing
30
1
Test Registration
How to Register
Exclusively accepting online registrations. Please click the button below to register.
All registered 34th ASAT students will receive a free online trial test (worth $100) after their results are released.
Terms and Conditions apply.
Registration Fee
$100 per appilicant (non-refundable)
$90 discount price offered to the students who enrolled in the 2024 Term 1, Term 2 or Term 3 full-term WEMT, STTC, Thinking Skills or Writing course at Pre-Uni New College.
An additional $50 fee applies for device rental. (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 have made every effort to ensure an accurate testing experience, we do not provide any express or implied warranties, endorsements, or representations regarding the accuracy or suitability of this mock test for any specific purpose.
This test is independently produced by Pre-Uni New College and is not officially endorsed by the NSW Department of Education.
The actual selective high school exam may differ in format, content, and difficulty.
The test venue and schedule are subject to change depending on the number of participants.
All test questions remain confidential and are not available for review after the exam.
There will be no makeup tests offered for missed exams, regardless of the reason for absence.
Cancellation of registration will not be eligible for refunds or credits.
If a student's laptop fails during the test and they need to use a rental laptop without having booked it in advance, their parents will be charged a $50 rental fee.
We are not responsible for any damage to students' laptops. However, parents will be held liable for any damage to rental laptops.
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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