MINIMUM STANDARDS

Minimum Standards: Essential Information for Senior Students and Families

All senior students at Wyndham College are required to meet the Minimum Standards in Reading, Writing, and Numeracy in order to receive their Higher School Certificate (HSC). These standards are set by NESA and apply to every student completing senior studies in New South Wales.

What Students Must Achieve

To be eligible for the HSC, students must successfully pass:

• Minimum Standard Reading Test
• Minimum Standard Writing Test
• Minimum Standard Numeracy Test

NESA has made it clear that students who do not meet all three standards will not receive a HSC certificate, regardless of their performance in other subjects. This requirement is non-negotiable and applies to all senior students.

Attempt Limits for 2026

Students have a limited number of opportunities to meet these standards:

• Year 11 students: Up to four attempts in 2026
• Year 12 students: Up to six attempts this year
• Mandatory 30-day gap between each attempt

Because attempts are limited and spaced apart, it is essential that students take each opportunity seriously and prepare thoroughly.

Testing Has Commenced

A list of students required to sit the tests will be displayed around the school showing when and where these tests will take place. Students whose names appear must attend. This is not optional. There has already been testing for both Year 11 and Year 12 on separate occasions.

Attending these sessions allows teachers to identify who needs additional support and ensures that every student has the best possible chance of meeting the required standards.

Why This Is Urgent

Meeting the Minimum Standards is a critical requirement for achieving the HSC. Students who delay attempts, miss scheduled sessions, or fail to take the tests seriously risk running out of opportunities before the end of the year.

The consequences are significant:

• Failure to meet all three standards = no HSC certificate
• Limited attempts mean students cannot afford to miss or postpone tests
• Early completion provides more time for support, tutoring, and targeted intervention

We strongly urge all students to approach these tests with commitment and focus. Families are encouraged to discuss the importance of these requirements at home and support students in preparing for each attempt.