2028 Entry Key Dates

Opportunity Class & Selective High School Tests

Stay informed about the important dates for Opportunity Class (OC) and Selective High School entry. Find application opening and closing dates, placement test dates and key milestones to help you plan ahead and ensure you don’t miss important deadlines.

OC Preparation · Year 4 EntrySelective Preparation · Year 7 Entry
Applications Open
5
November 2026
Applications Close
15
February 2027

Which Placement Test Is Your Child Applying For?

Every child has different learning goals and opportunities ahead. Whether your child is applying for an Opportunity Class or a Selective High School, find the relevant application dates, test information and important deadlines below.

OPPORTUNITY CLASS · 2028 ENTRY

Key Dates & Important Information

Keep track of the important milestones in 2027 Opportunity Class placement test for 2028 Entry.

Milestone Date / Timing Details
Applications Open 5 November 2026 Online applications open.
Applications Close 15 February 2027 Final date to submit an application.
Test Admission Ticket 2 weeks before the placement test Print the ticket from the application dashboard.
OC Placement Test 11 & 12 May 2027 Opportunity Class placement test.
Make-up Test 10 June 2027 Scheduled make-up test.
Last Day to Change School Choices 25 June 2027 Final day to change school choices.
Placement Outcome TBC Placement outcome date to be confirmed.

 

Course Overview

Opportunity Class Preparation Course

A structured program designed around the skills and components assessed in the NSW Opportunity Class Placement Test.

The NSW Opportunity Class Placement Test is a computer-based test that has 3 sections. Our OC Preparation Course covers the 3 components of the test: Reading, Mathematical Reasoning and Thinking Skills. We cover thinking skills in both our English and Maths classes.

What Students Will Develop

  • Build various reading skills through exposure to a diverse range of text genres.
  • Develop critical thinking skills.
  • Learn strategies to reduce exam stress.
  • Have exposure to higher-level maths concepts and develop problem-solving.
  • Learn exam techniques.
  • Learn time management skills.

What Students Learn in Our OC Preparation Course

 

English

  • Exposure to a wide range of genres to strengthen Reading Comprehension.
  • Delivered by qualified and experienced teachers.
  • Strong emphasis on skills assessed in the OC placement test.

Thinking Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Creative Thinking
  • Reading Reasoning
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Problem Solving
  • Lateral Thinking
  • Mathematical Reasoning
  • Problem Solving
  • Logical Thinking
  • Mathematical Deductions
  • Spatial Reasoning Skills

These thinking skills are essential for excelling in the OC placement test, where abstract reasoning and logical pattern recognition are highly valued.

 

Maths

  • Covers all key concepts assessed in the OC placement test.
  • Uses our unique problem-solving strategy: UPSL™ – Understand, Plan, Solve, Learn.
  • Lessons delivered by GEA trained teachers.
  • Focus on effective strategies for multiple-choice questions and exam techniques.

Course Structure

A Structured Approach to OC Test Success

Preparing for the Opportunity Class Placement Test takes more than regular practice. Students need to develop strong English, Mathematical Reasoning and Thinking Skills, while learning how to approach unfamiliar questions with confidence.

GEA’s OC Preparation Course combines structured weekly lessons, targeted learning, mock tests and personalised feedback to help students build the skills they need for the placement test.

OC Preparation Course Schedule

Weekly Lessons

From Term 2 in Year 3 to Term 1 in Year 4.

Class Duration

1.5-hour class per subject per week.

Targeted Preparation

Continues with 10 weeks of targeted preparation in Year 4, Term 1.

What’s Included Each Term

GEA Course Textbook

Your child will receive a GEA OC Preparation Course textbook per subject per term.

16 Mock Tests

The full program includes 16 mock tests in total, close in structure and difficulty to the actual test.

Personalised Feedback

Each mock test is followed by detailed, personalised feedback to track progress and guide improvement.

OC Preparation · Term 1, 2027

OC Course Pricing

Choose the pricing option that suits your child’s preparation plan.

Opportunity Class · OC

Reduced Price

Full Term

Specialised preparation course for the Opportunity Class Placement Test.

$1049
Full-term course fee

Exclusive of material fee.

Course optionFull Term
Weekly duration1.5 hours per subject
Opportunity Class · OC

Early Bird Offer

Full Term

Specialised preparation course with exclusive Early Bird savings.

$999
Early Bird course fee · Term 1 (2027)

Exclusive of material fee.

Regular course fee$1049
Course optionFull Term
Weekly duration1.5 hours per subject
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On Test Day

On test day, your child should:

  • Wear their school uniform, even if the test is held on a Saturday.
  • Bring their test admission ticket, printed from their application dashboard.

  • Bring the items listed in the test day checklist.

     

Important Information

Students do not need to bring their own computer or mouse to sit the placement test.

Working Out Paper

Each student will be given two A4 pieces of paper for working out at the start of the test. They may ask for more paper if needed.

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Test Components

The OC placement test consists of three components.

Test component Questions Time Weighting
Reading Test3 questions have multiple parts 14 40 min 33.3%
Mathematical Reasoning Test 35 40 min 33.3%
Thinking Skills Test 30 30 min 33.3%

Selective & Scholarship · 2028 Entry

Key Dates & Important Information

Keep track of the important milestones in 2027 Selective High School placement test for 2028 Entry.

Milestone Date / Timing Details
Applications Open 5 November 2026 Online applications open.
Applications Close 15 February 2027 Final date to submit an application.
Test Admission Ticket 2 weeks before the placement test Print the ticket from the application dashboard.
Placement Test 13 & 14 May 2027 Selective High School Placement Test
Make-up Test 11 June 2027 Selective High School Placement Make-up Test
Last Day to Change School Choices 25 June 2027 Final day to change school choices.
Placement Outcome TBC Placement outcome date to be confirmed.

 

Course Overview

Selective & Scholarship Preparation Course

The Selective Placement Test and Scholarship tests are similar in structure and difficulty level. The tests are designed to assess your child’s abilities in Reading, Thinking, Maths, and Writing.

We have designed our Selective & Scholarship Preparation Course to help students prepare for the 4 components of the test. We cover thinking skills in both our English and Maths classes.

What Students Will Develop

  • Learn and develop a strong conceptual understanding of all key concepts in Math, English, Writing, and Thinking Skills.
  • Build reading and writing skills through exposure to a diverse range of text genres.
  • Have exposure to higher-level of maths concepts and develop problem-solving skills
  • Master exam and time management techniques and tools to reduce cognitive load.
  • Ignite their passion for learning through our unique teaching style.
  • Develop critical thinking skills.

What Students Learn in Our Selective & Scholarship Preparation Course

 

English

  • Exposure to a wide range of genres to strengthen Reading Comprehension
  • Comprehensive coverage of all reading levels:
  • Literacy (Level 1)
  • Interpretation (Level 2)
  • Critical Reading (Levels 3 & 4)
  • Delivered by experienced and GEA trained teachers.
  • Strong emphasis on skills assessed in scholarship exams

Writing

  • Our Writing program enables students to complete the following tasks with competence:
  • Creative and Imaginative Writing skills
  • Effective planning and structuring of tasks
  • Persuasive and Argumentative Writing strategies
  • Range of vocabulary and complex sentence structures
  • Effective use of language and figurative techniques
  • Writing for varied audiences, purposes and text types
  • Editing and proofreading skills
  • Time management under exam conditions.

Thinking Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Creative Thinking
  • Reading Reasoning
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Problem Solving
  • Lateral Thinking
  • Mathematical Reasoning
  • Problem Solving
  • Logical Thinking
  • Mathematical Deductions
  • Spatial Reasoning Skills

These thinking skills are essential for excelling in scholarship tests and selective school exams, where abstract reasoning and logical pattern recognition are highly valued.

Maths

  • Covers all key concepts assessed in scholarship and competitive exams
  • Uses a unique problem-solving strategy: UPSL™ – Understand, Plan, Solve, Learn
  • Focus on effective strategies for multiple-choice questions and exam techniques

Course Structure

A Structured Approach to Selective High School Test Success

Preparing for Selective High School tests takes more than regular practice. Students need to develop strong skills in English, Mathematics, Writing and Thinking Skills while learning to approach challenging questions with confidence.

GEA’s Selective & Scholarship Preparation Course combines structured weekly lessons, targeted learning, specialised holiday courses, mock exams and personalised feedback to help students strengthen their abilities and prepare for their entrance tests.

Selective & Scholarship Preparation Course Schedule

Weekly Lessons

From Year 5 Term 1 to Year 6 Term 1.

Class Duration

2 hours per subject per week (English & Maths).

Subjects Covered

English includes Writing and Thinking Skills. Maths includes Thinking Skills.

What’s Included Each Term

GEA Course Textbook

Your child will receive a GEA textbook per subject per term.

16 Full-Length Mock Tests

Similar in structure and difficulty to the actual test.

Personalised Feedback

Each mock test comes with detailed, personalised feedback to track progress and guide improvement.

Selective & Scholarship Preparation · Term 1, 2027

Selective & Scholarship Course Pricing

Choose the pricing option that suits your child’s preparation plan.

Selective & Scholarship

Reduced Price

Full Term

Specialised preparation course for the Selective & Scholarship Placement Test.

$1299
Full-term course fee

Exclusive of material fee.

Course optionFull Term
Weekly duration2 hours per subject
Selective & Scholarship

Early Bird Offer

Full Term

Specialised preparation course with exclusive Early Bird savings.

$1234
Early Bird course fee · Term 1 (2027)

Exclusive of material fee.

Regular course fee$1299
Course optionFull Term
Weekly duration2 hours per subject

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On Test Day

On test day, your child should:

  • Wear their school uniform, even if the test is held on a Saturday.
  • Bring their test admission ticket, printed from their application dashboard.

  • Bring the items listed in the test day checklist.

     

Important Information

Students do not need to bring their own computer or mouse to sit the placement test.

Working Out Paper

Each student will be given two A4 pieces of paper for working out at the start of the test. They may ask for more paper if needed.

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Test Components

The Selective High School Placement Test consists of four components.

Test Component Questions Time Type Weighting
Reading Test 173 questions have multiple parts 45 min Multiple-choice 25%
Mathematical Reasoning Test 35 40 min Multiple-choice 25%
Thinking Skills Test 40 40 min Multiple-choice 25%
Writing Test 1 30 min Open response 25%

Source: NSW Department of Education

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