ACER Level 2 (Yr 9) – Australian Edu

ACER Level 2 —

Year 9 Entry Scholarships

Advanced Written Expression, Humanities & Mathematics preparation for Year 8 students applying for Year 9 entry scholarships

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3

SECTIONS

82+

QUESTIONS

110 min

TOTAL TIME

Online / Paper

DELIVERY MODE

No

CALCULATOR

Self-Assessment

WRITING FEEDBACK

Exam At a Glance

Age / Year

Year 8 (Age 13–14)

Subjects

3 Sections

Total Duration

110 minutes

Format

Paper-based

TARGET SCHOOLS

3 Sections. 110 Minutes.
One Chance.

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

01

2 TASKS

30 min

Written Expression

Two writing tasks in different genres — marked on Ideas, Structure, Vocabulary, Cohesion, Paragraphing, Punctuation and Spelling.

02

40 40 min

Humanities Comprehension

Advanced passage-based reading with inference and analysis at Year 8 level.

03

40 40 min

Mathematics Reasoning

No calculator. Complex multi-step problems at advanced Year 8 level.

Overview

ACER Level 2 is sat by Year 8 students applying for Year 9 entry scholarships.
The test features more complex texts, advanced mathematical reasoning, and higher writing expectations compared to Level 1.

Who Is This For?

Year 8 students (typically aged 13–14) applying for Year 9 entry scholarships at independent schools using ACER tests.

Key Details

Administered by

ACER (Australian Council for Educational Research)

Level

Level 2 — Year 9 Entry

Sat by

Year 8 students

Sections

Written Expression, Humanities, Mathematics

Duration

110 minutes total

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Application & Exam Process

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

🕒 6–12 Months Prior

Research Scholarship Schools

Identify independent schools using ACER Level 2 tests for Year 9 entry scholarships.
Check application deadlines.

Step 1

🕒 3–6 Months Prior

Begin Preparation

Start with AustralianEdu.au ACER Level 2 mock exams covering Written Expression, Humanities, and Mathematics.

Step 2

🕒 1–2 Months Prior

Intensive Practice

Complete full-length mock exams under timed conditions.
Focus on weaker sections identified through analytics.

Step 3

🕒 Feb – Jun

Sit Scholarship Test

Most schools hold ACER tests between February and June.
Dates vary by school.

Step 4

🕒 After Test

Receive Results & Offers

Schools notify families of scholarship outcomes.
Accept within specified timeframes.

Step 5

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to succeed

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Language Conventions

Attempts 6

Best Result 85%

Average Result 67%

Lowest Result 41%

National Average 69%

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Average Result

Highest Result

National Average 69%

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Schools Using ACER Level 2 Tests

Haileybury

📍 VIC

Year 9 entry

Caulfield Grammar School

📍 VIC

Year 9 entry

Wesley College

📍 VIC

Year 9 entry

SCEGGS Darlinghurst

📍 NSW

Year 9 entry

Brisbane Boys' College

📍 QLD

Year 9 entry

Pembroke School

📍 SA

Year 9 entry

Many independent and private schools across Australia use ACER Level 2 tests for Year 9 entry scholarship assessment. Check with your target school.

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Australian Curriculum

Official Australian Curriculum standards and resources.

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What's in Our Mock Packs?

ACER Level 2 tests assess academic potential for Year 9 entry scholarships — targeted practice helps students perform at their best

Our mocks replicate the exact ACER format including Written Expression, which many students find the most challenging section

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything parents ask about this exam — answered clearly.

What is ACER Level 2?

Level 2 is for Year 9 entry — sat by Year 8 students. It features more complex content than Level 1.

How is Level 2 different from Level 1?

Level 2 has more advanced reading passages, higher writing expectations, and more complex mathematical problems suited to Year 8 students.

Can I apply to multiple schools?

Yes — you can nominate multiple schools during registration and your child's results will be sent to all of them.

When is the test held?

Most schools hold the test between February and June. The exact date varies by school.

How are writing tasks assessed?

Written Expression is marked on Ideas, Structure, Vocabulary, Cohesion, Paragraphing, Punctuation and Spelling. Our packs include model responses and rubrics for self-assessment.

Is Level 2 harder than Level 1?

Yes — Level 2 is designed for older students and features more sophisticated texts, higher-order inference questions, and more complex multi-step mathematics.

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ACER Level 2 —

Year 9 Entry Scholarships

3

82+

110 min

Online / Paper

No

Self-Assessment

Exam At a Glance

Age / Year

Subjects

Total Duration

Format

TARGET SCHOOLS

3 Sections. 110 Minutes. One Chance.

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

01

2 TASKS

30 min

Written Expression

02

40

40 min

Humanities Comprehension

03

40

40 min

Mathematics Reasoning

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.

Research Scholarship Schools

Step 1

Begin Preparation

Step 2

Intensive Practice

Step 3

Sit Scholarship Test

Step 4

Receive Results & Offers

Step 5

Mock Exam Packs

ACER Level 2 (Year 9 Entry) Mock Exam Packs

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VIC Selective Entry (SEHS)

WA GATE

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VCE Biology Units 1 & 2 — 1 Practice Pack

NCEA Whole Bundle Level 2 — 5 Practice Pack

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Everything your child needs to succeed

Prepare with real exam-style questions written by teachers

Identical to Real Exams

Pinpoint Weaknesses

Built by Educators

Results summary

Progress tracking

National comparison

Schools Using ACER Level 2 Tests

Helpful Links & Official Information

3 Sections. 110 Minutes.
One Chance.

Everything your child needs
to succeed