Help For Edutest (1 Viewer)

[d12-3]

Hi,
I'm currently in yr8 but have just received the application rejection for sg (sydney girls, entry into yr9 2026). I find (after doing the process twice) that i always struggle with the edutest. Sg is my dream skl so im going to try again for entry into yr10 next yr (when im in yr9). I haven't gotten my edutest marks for this yr back but I have my previous yrs ones. These are pretty bad and I know they are, I kinda just winged it and last yr i didnt want sg as much as I do now. Results for last yr are:
Ability test verbal reasoning-high average
Ability test numerical reasoning-low average
Achievement test reading comp-superior
Achievement test mathematics-low average
Achievement test written expression-superior

If u couldn't tell I struggle with math the most in these circumstances. I find my portfolio to be strong (zone cross country twice in a row, dance international summer schools, math Olympiad top 10% and top 25% in all of Australasia-have medal to prove, good reports, no marks under 90%, went to OC-I think 2nd in state or sm like that, and I currently go to a selective skl but it's only part selective-I'm in the selective stream tho, debating, public speaking medals etc), I just rlly need to study hard for the edutest. I find the timing to be rlly tricky and if im right thats the point. Anybody who has made it into Sg or a better skl and has good edutest results what did u do to study, any practise tests etc. I personally think the edutest practise tests are a scam, they are way easier than the acc test.

Thx for reading and I rlly appreciate ur help!!!!

 

[greenstumpymonster1@gmail]

I actually did EduTest to transfer for yr9 jr and I'd say your portfolio will nearly guarantee you to pass the interview section as long as you pass the test - needless to say, if I was in your position, i might even be considering to apply for a school like jr (there's a class of 30 which you might get in). Basically, your verbal reasoning and english related subjects are actually great. On the other hand, I see you struggle a lot in mathematical related subjects. For numerical reasoning, I know the time is really tight and I personally struggled to do it though I still got into interview and passed - you DO NEED TO DO PRACTICE TESTS AND REPEAT but no fret, you'll kind of get used to it anyways. Mathematics is an area you must significantly improve on as it is in fact the easier counterpart of numerical reasoning (i.e. a lot of it is basic algebra and stuff) SO ALSO DO PAST TESTS - also the standard of math in this section should have already been learnt if you're considering to even be at least average at sg.

 

[d12-3]

Thx for the tips! Jr is way too far away for me and but thx for saying I would have a chance lol. I acc just got my results this yr for the edutest and one of my math significantly improved (now a high average instead of low average).
For ability tests (potential) verbal reasoning above average up from high average, numerical reasoning above average up from low average
TESTS OF ACHIEVEMENT (PERFORMANCE)- Reading Comprehension superior, the same, mathematics average, up from low average, Written Expression high average down from superior.

In my opinion if it wasn't for the average in math I might've made the interview. What past tests did u do? And what practise tests did u do?

 

[nj_0]

Hey guys I've tried out for baulko and its my dream skl but I haven't gotten in and idk what I'm doing wrong in the edutest prep. Like this year I did everything right like I knew how to do every question and for some reason I still got no superiors in edutest and I still did so bad I'm in year 8 rn and I wanna try out for year 10 entry baulko and I'm also doing hast for girra next year. Pls help I don't know what's going wrong

 

[AppleCarrott]

I actually did EduTest to transfer for yr9 jr and I'd say your portfolio will nearly guarantee you to pass the interview section as long as you pass the test - needless to say, if I was in your position, i might even be considering to apply for a school like jr (there's a class of 30 which you might get in). Basically, your verbal reasoning and english related subjects are actually great. On the other hand, I see you struggle a lot in mathematical related subjects. For numerical reasoning, I know the time is really tight and I personally struggled to do it though I still got into interview and passed - you DO NEED TO DO PRACTICE TESTS AND REPEAT but no fret, you'll kind of get used to it anyways. Mathematics is an area you must significantly improve on as it is in fact the easier counterpart of numerical reasoning (i.e. a lot of it is basic algebra and stuff) SO ALSO DO PAST TESTS - also the standard of math in this section should have already been learnt if you're considering to even be at least average at sg.

where could i find past papers, what papers can i use to study?

 

[AppleCarrott]

Feel free to PM me, I have some sample questions.

Hi, thanks for reaching out, I've contacted you privately. Thanks.

 

[d12-3]

Hey, feel free to PM us we have a lot of experience with the EduTest exams and have had students who have gotten NSG and SG offers for Y10 entry. We do have free resources available such as sample exams, You can also check out our results via our website here:

I messaged you privately for some resources. Thanks!

 

[chillbrowassurproblem]

@d12-3 Can you message me some resources pls.

 

[d12-3]

@d12-3 Can you message me some resources pls.

I got a test from selective specialist who i can see replied to you and i might take some HAST tests and other tests but using the edutest timing for tests

 

[chillbrowassurproblem]

Feel free to PM me, I have some sample questions.

I messaged you privately for some resources. Thanks!

 

[AppleCarrott]

Hi,
I'm currently in yr8 but have just received the application rejection for sg (sydney girls, entry into yr9 2026). I find (after doing the process twice) that i always struggle with the edutest. Sg is my dream skl so im going to try again for entry into yr10 next yr (when im in yr9). I haven't gotten my edutest marks for this yr back but I have my previous yrs ones. These are pretty bad and I know they are, I kinda just winged it and last yr i didnt want sg as much as I do now. Results for last yr are:
Ability test verbal reasoning-high average
Ability test numerical reasoning-low average
Achievement test reading comp-superior
Achievement test mathematics-low average
Achievement test written expression-superior

If u couldn't tell I struggle with math the most in these circumstances. I find my portfolio to be strong (zone cross country twice in a row, dance international summer schools, math Olympiad top 10% and top 25% in all of Australasia-have medal to prove, good reports, no marks under 90%, went to OC-I think 2nd in state or sm like that, and I currently go to a selective skl but it's only part selective-I'm in the selective stream tho, debating, public speaking medals etc), I just rlly need to study hard for the edutest. I find the timing to be rlly tricky and if im right thats the point. Anybody who has made it into Sg or a better skl and has good edutest results what did u do to study, any practise tests etc. I personally think the edutest practise tests are a scam, they are way easier than the acc test.

Thx for reading and I rlly appreciate ur help!!!!

Hi there.
I'm kinda like you BUT I HAVE NEVER DONE THE TEST BEFORE so if u dont mind i might need a bit of help from u.
I'm a NEARLY yr 7 trying to transfer to Sydney Girls high school for entry into yr 8 (prepping early). I'm gonna go to a partially selective school and my last report (yr 6 semester 2) i did dance ensemble, green team, zone athletics and i came top in Maths Olympiad (have a medal to prove) along with top 10% and 25%. I got an A in maths and Bs for the rest except for Art which I got a C in. I know the basics in maths and im ok in general in the main subjects, but idk how fast paced the questions are what types they are in the Edutest. I need help in all of them basically Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Written Expression. Does anyone know how to prep?? And do i have enough extra curriculars? should i try to join alot in yr 7? BTW do u know any resources or anything? IF U DONT MIND, COULD U HELP ME EXPLAIN THEM (THE TOPICS) ? TYYY )

BTW Good luck for this yrs test! i believe in you Your scores are pretty good ))

 

[d12-3]

Hi there.
I'm kinda like you BUT I HAVE NEVER DONE THE TEST BEFORE so if u dont mind i might need a bit of help from u.
I'm a NEARLY yr 7 trying to transfer to Sydney Girls high school for entry into yr 8 (prepping early). I'm gonna go to a partially selective school and my last report (yr 6 semester 2) i did dance ensemble, green team, zone athletics and i came top in Maths Olympiad (have a medal to prove) along with top 10% and 25%. I got an A in maths and Bs for the rest except for Art which I got a C in. I know the basics in maths and im ok in general in the main subjects, but idk how fast paced the questions are what types they are in the Edutest. I need help in all of them basically Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Written Expression. Does anyone know how to prep?? And do i have enough extra curriculars? should i try to join alot in yr 7? BTW do u know any resources or anything? IF U DONT MIND, COULD U HELP ME EXPLAIN THEM (THE TOPICS) ? TYYY )

BTW Good luck for this yrs test! i believe in you Your scores are pretty good ))

I think for yr7 u should rlly focus on getting mostly As in ur reports and try to not get any Cs. Rlly try to extend urself in maths (even do yr9 level questions) and make sure ur confident in working out problems quickly and under pressure. For english read lots of books and practise narratives in short times (20-30 minutes). I joined a lot of clubs and things in yr7. What I'm going to try as well is doing HAST practise tests but under edutest timing bcuz I heard that the HAST tests are harder but u have longer. I dont remember the exact timing so just google it. I googled edutest topics explained and then clicked on testing information from the edutest website(i would've just posted the link but it doesn't let me so good luck ). Be rlly confident in ur yr7 coursework for all subjects and focus on extending urself in yr8 and 9 especually. Let me know if u need anymore help and i can try my best to help

 

[AppleCarrott]

TYSM!!! oh yea and btw the subjects that u got superior in are probably my weakest ones (reading and writing) Do u have anymore advice on those topics? Thank you againn!!! GOOD LUCK FOR UR NEXT TEST!!!

 

[Selective Success Academy]

Hi everyone,

Happy New Year and hope you are enjoying the holidays.

Feel free to message me if you are looking for any free resources:

• free sample mock exams (EduTest / HAST / NBHS,SBHS style)
• our Selective School Entry Information Package (PDF)

We've had students received offers to top schools like James Ruse, North Sydney Boys, North Sydney Girls, Baulkham Hills, Sydney Girls, Normanhurst, Sydney Boys, etc

We've had multiple students scoring 5/5 and 4/5 superior scores for EduTest

PM us here, or send us an enquiry through our website.

Best regards,
Ilia
Selective Success Academy

 

[Zona]

@d12-3 Hi, can you please share some resources with me too. Thanks in advance

 

[d12-3]

@d12-3 Hi, can you please share some resources with me too. Thanks in advance

omg im so sorry i rarely look here! tbh i havent rlly found much but my parents said that i can maybe get some tests on the internet that seem harder. I can let u know if i find anything particularly helpful tho

 

[Blacklight5555]

I hear you. Your portfolio is amazing, don’t sell yourself short. The edutest is mostly about timing and familiarity. Try breaking questions into timed sections, do past papers under real time pressure, and focus on the types of math that slow you down