Queensland Academies Yr 7, 10

QLD Academies Preparation

Queensland Academies —

Mock Test Preparation

EduTest-format mock packs for QASMT, QACI and QAHS entry

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5

SECTIONS

121+

QUESTIONS

195 min

TOTAL TIME

Online

DELIVERY MODE

No

CALCULATOR

Self-Assessment

WRITING FEEDBACK

Exam At a Glance

Age / Year

Year 6 (Age 11–12)

Subjects

5 Sections

Total Duration

195 minutes

Format

Online (EduTest)

TARGET SCHOOLS

5 Sections. 195 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

Verbal Reasoning

Synonyms, antonyms, analogies, classification and sentence completion.

02

30 30 min

Numerical Reasoning

Number sequences, mathematical patterns and abstract deduction.

03

30 60 min

Reading Comprehension

Three passages — narrative, informational and persuasive — with 10 questions each.

04

30 60 min

Mathematics

No calculator. Multi-step problems requiring Year 6 knowledge and higher-order reasoning.

05

1 TASK

15 min

Written Expression

Short creative or persuasive writing task.

Overview

Queensland's gifted education pathway centres on the three Queensland Academies — QASMT (Toowong), QACI (East Brisbane) and QAHS (Kelvin Grove) — which admit students in Year 7 via a competitive EduTest assessment.
These schools offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) program.

Who Is This For?

Year 6 students (Term 3) applying for Year 7 entry to Queensland Academies.

Key Details

FORMAT

EduTest — administered by EduTest Pty Ltd

WHEN

Term 3, Year 6

SECTION

Program

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Application & Exam Process

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

🕒 May – Jun (Year 6)

Register Online

Parents register through the Queensland Academies website.
Applications typically open in Term 2.

Step 1

🕒 Jun – Aug

Prepare with Mock Exams

Use AustralianEdu.au EduTest-format mock exams covering all 5 sections under timed conditions.

Step 2

🕒 Term 3 (Year 6)

Sit the EduTest

The EduTest assessment is held at designated locations.
It covers Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Reading, Mathematics and Writing.

Step 3

🕒 Oct – Nov

Interview & Offers

Shortlisted students may be invited for an interview.
Offers are made based on test scores and interview performance.

Step 4

🕒 Jan (Year 7)

Start at Academy

Students begin Year 7 at their allocated Queensland Academy.

Step 5

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Language Conventions

Attempts 6

Best Result 85%

Average Result 67%

Lowest Result 41%

National Average 69%

Results summary

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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

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.

Queensland Academies

QLD Academy for Science, Mathematics and Technology (QASMT)

📍 Toowong, Brisbane

#1 QLD

QLD Academy for Creative Industries (QACI)

📍East Brisbane

Top 5

QLD Academy for Health Sciences (QAHS)

📍 Kelvin Grove, Brisbane

Top 5

All three academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. QASMT is consistently ranked as Queensland’s top-performing government school. Learn more

Watch & Learn

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

Queensland Academies Information

Overview of the Queensland Academies application and selection process.

Helpful Links & Official Information

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

Queensland Academies

Official website for all three Queensland Academies — admissions, programs and events.

QASMT — Toowong

Queensland's #1 government school — Science, Mathematics and Technology focus

MySchool — Compare Schools

Compare Academy results, NAPLAN data and ICSEA ratings.

What's in Our Mock Packs?

Queensland Academies use the EduTest format — our mocks replicate this structure including Verbal Reasoning not tested in NAPLAN

Shortlisted students may also face an interview — strong test performance is the first step to an Academy place

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything parents ask about this exam — answered clearly.

Is preparation for QLD Academies different from NAPLAN?

Yes, significantly. The EduTest format includes Verbal Reasoning and abstract thinking components not tested in NAPLAN.

Which academy should my child apply to?

QASMT focuses on STEM, QACI on creative industries, and QAHS on health sciences. All three offer the IB program. Choose based on your child's interests.

Do all three academies use the same test?

Yes. All three Queensland Academies use the same EduTest assessment for Year 7 entry.

Is there an interview as well?

Shortlisted students may be invited for an interview after the written test. The interview assesses motivation, interests and suitability.

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Queensland Academies —

Mock Test Preparation

5

121+

195 min

Online

No

Self-Assessment

Exam At a Glance

Age / Year

Subjects

Total Duration

Format

TARGET SCHOOLS

5 Sections. 195 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

Verbal Reasoning

02

30

30 min

Numerical Reasoning

03

30

60 min

Reading Comprehension

04

30

60 min

Mathematics

05

1 TASK

15 min

Written Expression

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

Prepare with Mock Exams

Step 2

Sit the EduTest

Step 3

Interview & Offers

Step 4

Start at Academy

Step 5

Mock Exam Packs

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5 Sections. 195 Minutes.
One Chance.

Everything your child needs
to succeed