NAPLAN

The NAPLAN test window will begin on Wednesday 15th of March for Year 3 and 5 students. Students have undertaken multiple practise tests in the lead up to this to familiarise themselves with the NAPLAN online format.  The NAPLAN schedule will be as follows. Catch up session will also be undertaken for any students who may be absent on the below dates.

 

Please find a reminder below about the device requirements for NAPLAN. This was sent home as a hard copy with students 

  • Compatible devices include iPad Air 2, iPad Pro (1st generation), iPad (5th generation) 
  • The NAP 2023 locked down browser for iOS is to be installed on devices (can be found in the App Store by searching ‘NAP 2023’) 
  • iPadOS version 15 or later is required (this can be checked in settings > general > about > iOS Version). If the version is below version 15, we ask that you please perform an update 
  • At least 10gb of free space on the device 
  • Apple pencil is not supported 
  • Physical keyboards can be used but are not necessary  
  • All students require access to headphones. They may use their own or school-owned headphones. 
  • No device should have a VPN (virtual private network) connection 

Please note, if your child is currently using an iPad Mini as their BYO Device, they will be provided with a school owned iPad or laptop to use on the days of assessments.