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The only Selective School mock test with a personalised report

Know how prepared your child really is, and what to do next to help them succeed.
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Why parents choose Matrix's Selective School mock test

Expert-designed. Grade-calibrated. Delivered under real test conditions.

  • Designed by Selective School experts

    Written by experienced Matrix content designers who understand what it takes to succeed.

  • Covers all 4 test sections, calibrated to your child’s grade

    Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, Thinking Skills and Writing. Delivered under real test conditions.

  • Includes a personalised readiness report

    Get detailed insights on your child’s strengths, gaps, and next steps.

  • Builds confidence and exam stamina

    Gives your child the experience, structure, and feedback to feel prepared — not pressured.

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What parents say about Matrix’s Selective School mock test

Real stories from families preparing for the Selective School Placement Test.

  • The test helps me to gain a clear understanding of my child’s strengths and areas for improvement.

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    Catherine, parent of Josie

  • After the actual exam, my son mentioned that the types of questions and difficulty level were very similar to those in the Matrix mock exams, which boosted his confidence during the test.

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    Nitin, parent of Ritvik

  • I like that the test results show how students are doing compared to others, and the difficulty level of each question.

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    Yuen, parent of Jensen

  • The test [has] been particularly beneficial in identifying and improving on his weak areas.

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    Affan, parent of Muhammad

  • The practice questions and tips really sharpened his skills and got him ready for the exams, helping him perform at his best when it counted.

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    Kyunghwa, parent of Jordan
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A simple 4-step process to Selective School readiness

  • 1. Book a free Selective School mock test

    Choose a date that suits your family.

  • 2. Attend the exam under real conditions

    Your child will sit the test in a supervised, quiet environment.

  • 3. Gain a personalised readiness report

    We’ll send you a detailed report on your child’s strengths & gaps.

  • 4. Get expert advice from the Academic Team

    A Matrix academic advisor will explain your child’s results.

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Meet the Selective School Test experts

Our subject-matter experts design the test to give parents actionable insights. They also offer personalised advice to help you understand your child’s results.

  • Mr DJ Kim

    BEng(Hons)
    Head of Primary

    DJ is the founder of Matrix Education with over 30 years of teaching experience. He specialises in Mathematical Reasoning for mock test creation and plays a key role in refining high-performance learning strategies that support students preparing for the Selective School Test.

  • Gille Hambursin

    BA (AppLing), MJourn, MMktg & Comm
    Primary Learning Lead

    Gille is a Primary teacher and content specialist, with over six years of teaching experience. Her Linguistics, Journalism, and Marketing background supports a communications approach to learning. Gille conducts academic consultations to help parents with their child’s next steps.

  • Maria Hoshi-McLean

    BEd
    Primary Learning Lead

    Maria specialises in developing comprehensive resources and creating engaging learning experiences for primary students. She conducts academic consultations for our mock tests, helping parents understand their child’s readiness report and how to support their progress.

  • Ms Avril McSweeney

    BEd Psych
    Selective English and Writing Specialist

    Avril has taught primary school students across Ireland and Australia. With a background in education and psychology, she specialises in helping students build strong reading comprehension and writing skills — key focus areas in the Selective Test.

  • Lachlan Ayres

    BA BEd
    Mathematical Reasoning Specialist

    Lachlan has taught primary school students since 2021 and focuses on creating engaging, student-centred learning experiences. He plays a key role in shaping the Mathematical Reasoning components of Matrix’s OC and Selective-style programs.

  • Ms Elvera Abdel-Messih

    BBiomedEng & BSc (Chemistry)
    Thinking Skills Specialist

    Elvera leads the development of Thinking Skills at Matrix, a core component of the Selective School Test. With a background in Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry from the University of Technology Sydney, Elvera brings a strong foundation in logic, analysis, and problem-solving to her primary school teaching.

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Frequently asked questions

Still unsure? Here are answers to some common questions from parents.

It’s a full-length, grade-calibrated mock test designed by Matrix teachers to reflect the actual Selective School Placement Test. It covers all four components and is sat under real test conditions.

Yes. Year 5 students sit mock exams calibrated to their grade, ensuring the content is age-appropriate and aligned with the actual test format.

The Selective School mock test runs for approximately 2 to 2.5 hours, depending on your child’s grade. Students will be given a short break between each section of the test.

The Matrix Selective School Mock Test is completed on paper. While the official Selective School Placement Test is conducted online, we use a paper format to ensure students are assessed without the risk of technical issues or unfamiliar digital interfaces. This allows us to provide a more accurate, distraction-free measure of their readiness.

The Matrix Selective School Mock Test and personalised readiness report are free. There’s no obligation to enrol in a course afterwards.

You’ll receive a detailed breakdown of your child’s performance across the test components, including their strengths, areas to improve and suggested next steps.

Yes. After the test, you’ll be offered a free academic consultation with a subject-matter expert who will walk you through the report and provide personalised advice.

Students will need to bring pencils, an eraser, and a water bottle.

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