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 35th ASAT Information
Who can register
The registration is open to Year 6 students who will sit the NSW selective high school placement test on 2nd - 4th May 2025.
Test Date
Sunday, 13th April 2025
Test Session
8:40am – 12:30pm OR 1:30pm – 5:20pm
Test centre locations
Homebush Area
North Strathfield Area
Pennant Hills Area
Rydalmere Area
Moorebank Area
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 Sierra 10.12.1 or later, or the latest Chrome OS.
Wi-Fi Connectivity: Your laptop must be capable of connecting to an offline wireless network.
Battery Life: Your laptop should be fully charged before the test and able to operate for at least 4 hours without needing a power source. Please note: Power outlets will not be available during the test.
Device Security: Ensure your child can access the laptop without any login issues. If a security lock is in place, ensure your child knows how to unlock the device.
Antivirus Software: Disable any antivirus software on your laptop to avoid potential conflicts with the ASAT testing platform.
Proxy & VPN Settings: Ensure no proxy or VPN settings are enabled on your device.
Web Browser: Your laptop should have the latest version of a web browser. Google Chrome is recommended to minimise potential technical difficulties. If you’re using MacOS Safari, turn off iCloud Private Relay from System Settings menu.
Device Care: Please handle your laptop with care during the test. We are not responsible for any damage or loss that may occur.
Device Compatibility: Tablet PCs (e.g., iPads, Galaxy Tabs) are not compatible with the ASAT testing platform.
2. Device Rental
Laptop rentals are available for $50 per student. However, supplies are very limited, and rentals will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please indicate your rental preference during the registration process. Once all rentals are booked, this option will no longer be available.
Please note that parents will be responsible for any damage caused to the rental laptop due to their child's negligence or carelessness.
Test Result
Parents can expect to receive their test outcome advice email on 27th April 2025. 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
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Test Registration
How to Register
Exclusively accepting online registrations. Please click the button below to register.
$90 discount price offered to the students who enrolled in the 2024 Term 1, Term 2, Term 3, Term 4 or 2025 Term 1 full-term WEMT, STTC, Thinking Skills or Writing course at Pre-Uni New College.
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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