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ICAS Year 5 —

Paper C

Upper primary competition mock exams for Year 5 in English, Maths and Science

Exam At a Glance

Age / Year

Year 5 (Age 10–11)

Subjects

3 Sections

Total Duration

150 minutes

Format

Online / Paper

TARGET SCHOOLS

3 Sections. 150 Minutes.
One Chance.

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

01

40

50 min

English

Advanced reading comprehension, vocabulary in context, grammar and higher-order inference.

02

40

50 min

Mathematics

Multi-step problems, algebraic thinking, fractions, decimals, and spatial reasoning.

03

40

50 min

Science

Scientific method, data interpretation, and inquiry across all science strands.

Overview

  • ICAS Year 5 (Paper C) targets upper primary students with competition questions requiring deeper reasoning, inference, and multi-step problem solving across English, Mathematics and Science.

Who Is This For?

  • Year 5 students (typically aged 10–11) preparing for ICAS Paper C competitions.

Key Details

Administered by
UNSW Global
Paper Level
Paper C
Year Level
Year 5 (Age 10–11)
Subjects
English, Maths, Science
Duration
50 minutes per subject

Application & Exam Process

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

🕒 Term 1

Register Through School

  • ICAS registration is done through your school's ICAS coordinator.
  • Check with your school early in the year.

Step 1

🕒 Term 1–2

Prepare with Mock Exams

Use AustralianEdu.au ICAS Year 5 mock exams to build familiarity with competition-standard question types.

Step 2

🕒 Test Period

Sit ICAS Competitions

  • ICAS subjects are sat at different times throughout the year.
  • Each subject is a separate 40-minute test.

Step 3

🕒 After Test

Receive Results & Awards

  • Results include a detailed performance report.
  • Top performers receive High Distinction, Distinction, and Credit awards.

Step 4

Mock Exam Packs

Each pack includes full mock exams, detailed answer keys, and performance insights. More packs = better preparation & bigger savings.

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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.

Built by Educators

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

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
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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
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Average Result
Highest Result
National Average 69%

National comparison

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

ICAS Participating Schools

2,000+ Schools Across Australia
📍 National
Year 4
New Zealand & Asia-Pacific Schools
📍 International
Year 4

ICAS is a school-registered competition. Students cannot register individually — speak to your school’s ICAS coordinator.

Watch & Learn

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

ICAS Competitions Overview

Overview of ICAS competitions and how they develop higher-order thinking skills.

Helpful Links & Official Information

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

Official Australian Curriculum standards and resources.

ACARA

Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority.

What's in Our Mock Packs?

ICAS tests higher-order thinking beyond the standard curriculum — practising with competition-style questions builds these skills

Our mocks match the real ICAS difficulty level for Year 5 (Paper C) across English, Maths and Science

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything parents ask about this exam — answered clearly.

Paper C is the ICAS level for Year 5 — upper primary with increased difficulty requiring deeper reasoning.

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