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NSW Opportunity Class Preparation

NSW Opportunity Class (OC) —

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Targeted preparation for Year 4 students sitting the NSW OC placement test

Aligned to NSW Curriculum

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4

SECTIONS

95+

QUESTIONS

100 min

TOTAL TIME

Online

DELIVERY MODE

No

CALCULATOR

Self-Assessment

WRITING FEEDBACK

Exam At a Glance

Age / Year

Year 4 (Age 9–10)

Subjects

3 Sections

Total Duration

100 minutes.

Format

Online adaptive

TARGET SCHOOLS

3 Sections. 100 Minutes.
One Chance.

Here's exactly what your child will face — broken down by subject, question count, time limit, and format.

01

30 30 min

Reading

Passage-based comprehension across narrative, informational and visual texts at Year 4 level.

02

35 40 min

Mathematical Reasoning

Number, measurement, geometry, patterns and data with multi-step problem solving.

03

30 30 min

Thinking Skills

Logical reasoning, verbal reasoning and abstract thinking — not curriculum-specific.

Overview

The NSW Opportunity Class (OC) test is administered by the NSW Department of Education for Year 4 students applying for Opportunity Class placement in Year 5.
OC classes provide an accelerated curriculum for high-potential students across approximately 76 government primary schools in NSW.

Who Is This For?

Year 4 students (age 9–10) applying for Opportunity Class placement in Year 5.
Also suitable for academically advanced Year 3 students beginning preparation early.

Key Details

Administered By

NSW Department of Education

When

July, Year 4

Sections

Format

Online — multiple choice

OC Classes

~76 across NSW

Places per class

30 students

Application & Exam Process

Follow each step to stay on track and maximise your child's chances of success.

🕒 Mar – Apr (Year 4)

Register Online

Parents register via the NSW Department of Education's OC application portal.
You’ll need your child’s student number .

Step 1

🕒 APR – MAY

Select School Preferences

Nominate up to 3 OC schools in order of preference.
Consider location, school reputation and available transport.

Step 2

🕒 MAY – JUL

Prepare with Mock Exams

Use AustralianEdu.au OC mock exams to build familiarity with all 3 sections under timed conditions.

Step 3

🕒JULY (YEAR 4)

Sit the OC Placement Test

The test is held online at your child's current school or a designated centre.

Step 4

🕒 OCT – NOV

Receive Offers

Results and OC placement offers are released. .
Accept or decline within the specified timeframe.

Step 5

🕒 JAN (YEAR 5)

Start in Opportunity Class

Your child begins Year 5 in their allocated Opportunity Class.

Step 6

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Prepare with real exam-style questions written by teachers

Identical to Real Exams

Our mocks replicate the exact structure, question types, and timing so your child knows exactly what to expect

Pinpoint Weaknesses

See a clear breakdown by section and skill area after each test — know exactly where to focus revision.

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Content designed by experienced Australian educators and markers who understand the marking criteria.

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Results emailed to parents

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Zara Khan's Test Report

Here is a detailed report on your child's progress

Language Conventions

Attempts 6

Best Result 85%

Average Result 67%

Lowest Result 41%

National Average 69%

Results summary

Clear summaries show overall performance, strengths, and areas for improvement at a glance.

Student Dashboard

Writing Numeracy Reading Grammar

AprMayJunJul

Progress tracking

Visual tracking shows how your child's skills develop over time across subjects and tests.

Liam Thompson's Test Report

Here is a detailed report on your child's progress

Language Conventions

Average Result

Highest Result

National Average 69%

National comparison

Compare your child's results with national averages to see how they are performing overall.

NSW Opportunity Class Schools (Select List)

Summer Hill Public School

📍 Summer Hill

Top OC

North Sydney Artarmon Public School

📍 Artarmon

Top OC

North Sydney Public School

📍 Crows Nest

Top OC

Chatswood Public School

📍 Chatswood

Top OC

Woollahra Public School

📍 Woollahra

Top OC

Over 75 NSW public schools offer Opportunity Classes for Years 5–6. Contact the NSW Department of Education for the full list. Learn more

Watch & Learn

Official videos from exam boards and education departments to help you understand what to expect.

2025 OC & Selective Test — Preparation Guide

Source: Alpha One Coaching College

NSW Selective Writing Marking Scheme Changes

Source: Bing's Academy

Helpful Links & Official Information

Trusted government and institutional sources to support your child's preparation.

NSW OC Placement

Official NSW Department of Education page for Opportunity Class applications and information.

OC Schools List

View the full list of NSW primary schools that offer Opportunity Classes.

Test Format & Samples

Official guide explaining the OC test structure, timing and what to expect.

MySchool — Compare Schools

Compare OC school results and NAPLAN data on the government portal.

What's in Our Mock Packs?

Full-length mock tests covering all 3 OC sections

95 questions per mock exam

Reading: passage-based questions across 3–4 text types per exam

Mathematical Reasoning: progressive difficulty across number, geometry and data

Thinking Skills: analogies, sequences, classification and spatial reasoning

Full answer keys with child-friendly explanations

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything parents ask about NSW exams — answered clearly.

My child is in Year 3. Should we start now?

Yes. Beginning preparation in Term 3 of Year 3 gives 12 months of structured practice before the test — the ideal window.

Is the OC test multiple choice only?

Yes. Unlike the Selective test, the OC test has no writing component — it's entirely multiple choice across 3 sections.

How many OC places are available?

Each OC class has 30 places. There are approximately 76 opportunity classes across NSW government primary schools.

Is the OC test the same as the Selective test?

No. The OC test is for Year 4 students (Year 5 entry) and has 3 sections. The Selective test is for Year 6 students (Year 7 entry) and has 4 sections including Writing.

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NSW Opportunity Class (OC) —

Mock Test Preparation

4

95+

100 min

Online

No

Self-Assessment

Exam At a Glance

Age / Year

Subjects

Total Duration

Format

TARGET SCHOOLS

3 Sections. 100 Minutes. One Chance.

Here's exactly what your child will face — broken down by subject, question count, time limit, and format.

01

30

30 min

Reading

02

35

40 min

Mathematical Reasoning

03

30

30 min

Thinking Skills

Overview

Who Is This For?

Key Details

Application & Exam Process

Follow each step to stay on track and maximise your child's chances of success.

Register Online

Step 1

Select School Preferences

Step 2

Prepare with Mock Exams

Step 3

Sit the OC Placement Test

Step 4

Receive Offers

Step 5

Start in Opportunity Class

Step 6

Mock Exam Packs

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100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Everything your child needs to.succeed

Prepare with real exam-style questions written by teachers

Identical to Real Exams

Pinpoint Weaknesses

Built by Educators

3 Sections. 100 Minutes.
One Chance.

Everything your child needs
to.succeed