Assistant Principal (Learning)

NAPLAN Testing

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is an assessment program for all students in Australian schools in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 which tests knowledge and skills in Literacy and Numeracy. It has been held annually in Australian schools since 2008. The results of the tests provide information for students, parents, teachers and school leaders about student achievement which can be used to support teaching and learning programs.

NAPLAN testing will be held between Tuesday 10 May and Friday 20 May,at these times:

Each student will be required to complete four tests: Writing, Reading, Conventions of Language and Numeracy. Students who are absent for test sessions will undertake catch-up tests at an alternative time during the testing period, wherever possible. 

NAPLAN tests fundamental skills rather than specific content, and as such are not tests for which students can study or drill. The best way you can help your child prepare for NAPLAN is to let them know that NAPLAN is just one part of their school program, and to urge them to simply do the best they can on the day. The use of commercially available practice materials and/or services by coaching providers is not recommended.

Parent reports provide detailed information about the results of each student on the testing days in Literacy and Numeracy, showing how each student’s achievement level compares to others in Australia. The results do take some time to arrive and are provided by government bodies – generally they are available by the end of Term 3. More information about the results will be provided in due course.

Further information about the tests, prepared for parents by ACARA, is available at the following link: https://nap.edu.au/naplan/parent-carer-support/

Please feel free to contact me about NAPLAN testing if you have any questions.

Ms Kerri Batch

Assistant Principal (Learning)