OC Test Prep

Everything your child needs to succeed in the OC Test

Matrix OC Test Preparation is designed to give Year 3 and 4 students
the best chance of success in the highly competitive OC Placement Test.

A structured path to OC Test success

Matrix OC Test tutoring gives students a clear, structured path to mastery, guided by expert teachers and proven resources.

Measurable improvement with every lesson

Matrix turns effort into progress with diagnostics, structured homework, and personalised feedback, keeping students motivated and parents informed.

year 3 oc test tutoring diagnostic report

Expert teachers. Small classes. Real results.

Matrix teachers are qualified experts, not uni students. Small, U-shaped classes ensure personal attention and active participation.

matrix education year 4 oc test tutoring teacher in action

OC Test Tutoring Course Details

See how our flexible learning methods can cater to your learning needs.

online
on-campus

Term Course | OC Test Preparation

What's included: Term course

  • Experienced OC Test Teachers

    Matrix teachers are experts in their field with vast classroom teaching experience and matching qualifications.

  • High quality and new-edition Theory Book

    150+ colour page new-edition Theory Book written by expert teachers designed to help students develop their critical thinking skills for Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, and Thinking Skills tests.

  • Small Class Size

    Our small classes are arranged in a U-shape, creating an interactive and engaging learning environment.

  • State of the art learning environment

    All Matrix Campuses are designed for student comfort and engagement. Make learning enjoyable with our comfortable and professional learning environment.

  • 250+ Online Practice Questions

    Sharpen your critical thinking skills with regularly updated online question banks. And with automated marking, students get instant feedback on their progress.

  • Clear, structured Theory Lesson Videos for revision

    Learn from the best. Each Theory Lesson is accompanied by online video lessons led by experienced teachers.

  • Diagnostic Review tests and reports

    See how your child’s exam skills are progressing with 3 Diagnostic Tests throughout the term assessing your child’s performance level, with reports that include cohort averages.

  • Personalised feedback

    Receive regular teacher feedback on your child’s learning, with detailed marking and insights delivered with each Diagnostic Review test.

  • Matrix Learning Management System (LMS)

    Access Theory Lesson Videos, Online Practice Questions, and track your progress easily via Matrix LMS App.

  • Expert Academic Advice

    Want advice on your child’s learning? Get exclusive access to academic advice, and invitations to events and seminars from the Matrix academic team.

  • First Lesson Money Back Guarantee

    All on campus courses come with our First Lesson Money Back Guarantee.

  • Year-round access to content

    Enjoy access to all course resources until the end of the Opportunity Class Test date.

Timetable

  • Castle Hill

    Sat1:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Chatswood

    Sun1:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Strathfield

    Sat9:00am - 10:30am

Holiday Course | Mock OC Test Intensive

What's included: Holiday course

  • Experienced OC Test Teachers

    Matrix teachers are experts in their field with vast classroom teaching experience and matching qualifications.

  • High quality and new-edition Theory Booklet

    Receive daily resources written by expert teachers designed to help students develop their critical thinking skills for Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, and Thinking Skills tests.

  • Small Class Size

    Our small classes are arranged in a U-shape, creating an interactive and engaging learning environment.

  • State of the art learning environment

    All Matrix Campuses provide the most comfortable environment to support engaging learning experience.

Timetable | Holiday Course

  • Castle Hill

    7 - 10 Oct
    11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Chatswood

    29 Sep - 2 Oct
    4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Epping

    7 - 10 Oct
    4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Hurstville

    29 Sep - 2 Oct
    4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Parramatta

    7 - 10 Oct
    4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Strathfield

    29 Sep - 2 Oct
    11:00am - 1:00pm

How our Online OC Test Prep Course works

1. Develop effective OC techniques with clear, guided video lessons

With detailed video lessons led by experienced Matrix teachers, you can work through the Matrix OC Theory Book at your own pace with the support you need.

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2. Sharpen your Critical Thinking skills with 120+ online practice questions

Practise your Critical Thinking skills anytime anywhere, with 500+ verbal reasoning, mathematical reasoning, spatial reasoning and logical reasoning practice questions available online.

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3. Access individual support at any time via the Q&A boards

Need more support? Address gaps in your learning by posting questions on the Q&A boards and receive individual support within 24 hours.

year 4 oc test tutoring diagnostic report

4. Gain insights into your child's performance with regular Diagnostic Reviews

Track your child’s OC Test readiness with 3 online Diagnostic Reviews during the course. With reports accompanying each exam, you can view their progress alongside cohort averages.

Online course structure

What's included: Online course

  • Experienced Selective School Test Teachers

    Matrix teachers are experts in their field with vast classroom teaching experience and matching qualifications.

  • High quality and new-edition Theory Book delivered

    150+ colour page new-edition Theory Book written by expert teachers designed to help students develop their critical thinking skills for Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, and Thinking Skills tests delivered to your doorstep.

  • Clear, structured Theory Lesson Videos

    Learn from the best. Each Theory Lesson is accompanied by online video lessons led by experienced teachers.

  • Intelligent, structured learning

    Enjoy the flexibility of online learning with all the benefits of being on-campus. Lesson content progression is automatically unlocked for the best learning experience, ensuring students stay on track for success.

  • 250+ Online Practice Questions

    Sharpen your critical thinking skills with regularly updated online question banks. And with automated marking, students get instant feedback on their progress.

  • Matrix Learning Management System (LMS)

    Access Theory Lesson Videos, Online Practice Questions, and track your progress easily via the Matrix LMS App.

  • Q&A Boards

    Stuck on a question? Address individual learning needs using the Q&A boards and receive responses to questions from teachers within 1 working day.

  • Diagnostic Reviews and Reports

    See how your child’s exam skills are progressing with 3 online Diagnostic Tests throughout the course, with reports on your child’s performance level alongside cohort averages.

  • Expert academic advice

    Want advice on your child’s learning? Get exclusive access to academic advice, and invitations to events and seminars from the Matrix academic team.

  • Year-round Access to Content

    Enjoy access to all course resources until the end of the OC Test date.

Access Period

Online

Access starts14 October 2024
Access EndsDay of Exam

What our
OC Test tutoring students say

  • I used to find homework and school work difficult. It took me so much time to get it all done. After joining Matrix, I can keep up with school work a lot quicker.

    Astride D.
    Astride D.
  • He loves to study and understands the topics much better. His performance has increased and became better.

    Parent of Kian S.
    Parent of Kian S.
  • Thinking Skills courses helped my child build profound knowledge for OC test (especially for Thinking Skills). My child is now attending Selective School Test Preparation course and it has been helpful and nurtured my child’s knowledge for the selective test. Thank you!

    Parent of Macro J.
    Parent of Macro J.
  • The Thinking Skills courses are truly amazing, starting with basic knowledge and principles, and have been so beneficial in building solid OC skills and strategies.

    Parent of Pablo J.
    Parent of Pablo J.
  • I think Matrix Education courses give me the best form of learning. I love how the teacher explains things in class!

    Ishaan Roy
    Ishaan Roy
  • My son tells me he enjoys going to his Matrix Education class. He said the teacher is nice and helpful. The online resources we have access to are also great!

    Parent of Jayden Contini
    Parent of Jayden Contini

Meet our Opportunity Class teachers.
Experts with real teaching experience.

  • Ms Sonal Sharma
    BEd MEd MA
  • Ms Gille Hambursin
    BLing MJ
  • Mr Lachlan Ayres
    BA BEd

OC Test Tutoring Pricing

Flexible payment options: Pay quarterly or monthly over 3 months.

online
on-campus
  • on-campus
    During the term

    Term Course

    9 weekly lessons over 9 weeks

    $486

    per module

    • Taught by experienced Matrix teachers
    • 9-week Critical Thinking Skills course
    • Small class sizes
    • New-edition Critical Thinking Skills Theory Book
    • Theory Lesson Videos for revision
    • Access to Matrix LMS resources
    • 150+ Online Practice Questions for each module with automated marking
    • Progress tracking for students and parents
    • Diagnostic tests and reports every 3 weeks
    • Year-round access to content
  • on-campus
    During the holidays
    Intensive Course

    Holiday course

    4 daily lessons over 4 days

    $288

    per holiday course

    • Taught by experienced Matrix teachers
    • 2-hour structured daily lessons over 4 days
    • Small class sizes
    • Resources designed and written by academics
    • Online mock OC tests with automated marking
    • Diagnostic reporting on performance alongside cohort averages
    • Access to Matrix LMS resources
    • Year-round access to content
  • online
    At your own pace

    Matrix+ Online

    9 lessons, anywhere, anytime

    $342

    per module

    • Taught by experienced Matrix teachers
    • Video Lessons paired with Theory Book
    • NSW new-syllabus Theory Book delivered to your home
    • Access to Matrix LMS resources
    • 120+ Online Practice Questions with for each module with automated marking
    • Progress tracking for students and parents
    • Diagnostic tests and reports every 3 weeks
    • Year-round access to content

Frequently asked questions

Teachers

All Matrix OC Test Preparation teachers are experienced educators who possess degrees in Primary Education or related disciplines. Our OC Test Preparation experts are knowledgeable, qualified, and have the real teaching experience necessary to explain concepts clearly whilst making learning engaging and enjoyable for young learners.

Matrix OC Test Preparation teachers deliver a structured and engaging primary tutoring experience through a mix of direct instructional and interactive teaching. All Matrix OC Test Preparation courses include high-quality resources designed to provide students and teachers with proven methods for reading comprehension, mathematical reasoning, and thinking skills.

Program | NSW

Yes. The Matrix OC Test tutoring program covers every aspect of the OC Test thoroughly: Reading, Mathematical Reading, and Thinking Skills. Each term is structured to strengthen these areas while teaching students the 48 critical thinking skills essential for OC Test success.

No. The Matrix OC Test Preparation course teaches students a wide range of critical thinking skills that are applied and assessed across all three sections of the OC Test: Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, and Thinking Skills.

The Thinking Skills section is one of these three components, and focuses specifically on logical and spatial reasoning.

Students can join the Matrix OC Test Preparation course at any time, as each term covers all three OC Test sections, with content taught in increasing difficulty. If your child has missed the earlier modules, they can catch up using the Matrix+ online course. 

For the best results, we recommend that students begin Matrix OC Test Preparation tutoring 12 to 18 months before the exam. This allows students to thoroughly master all three test components, while developing strong exam technique and time management skills.

Term Course | NSW

Matrix classes are capped at 15 students per class, seated in a U-shaped layout to encourage participation, peer discussion, and teacher-student interaction.

Each OC Test Preparation tutoring lesson runs for 1.5 hours and consists of Theory, Application, and Guided Exam Practice.

Student progress is tracked through weekly homework review, classroom participation, and Diagnostic Tests in Weeks 3, 6, and 9. Teachers provide verbal and written feedback to support improvement. Parents can view student progress on our Matrix Learning Management System (LMS).

Students gain access to Matrix Theory Tutorial Videos on our Matrix Learning Management System (LMS), which contains the same content covered in-class. Videos are paired with the Matrix Theory Book, allowing students to review lessons at home, and return to class prepared.

Holiday Course | NSW

The OC Test Preparation Holiday Intensive is a short, 4 day focused program which builds the student’s understanding of the OC test format by testing them in increasing difficulty with each holiday course. This program strengthens the student’s skills for all three OC test topics while simultaneously improving exam technique and time management. 

The Term course develops skills gradually across several weeks, allowing time for deeper learning, regular practice, and steady improvement.

Yes. Parents receive a detailed progress report highlighting their child’s mock test results, their performance in each skill area, and recommendations for improvement. 

Students should bring a pencil case, water bottle, and a readiness to learn. All other learning resources are provided on the first day of class.

Matrix+ Online Course | NSW

Matrix+ is an online OC Test Preparation tutoring course consisting of on-demand Theory Tutorial Videos paired with a Matrix Theory Book. It is a flexible, accessible, affordable, and self-paced alternative to Matrix on-campus tutoring.

No. OC Test Preparation Matrix+ students can watch on-demand video tutorials anytime and anywhere. Students can pause, replay, or speed up videos, making it an accessible and flexible learning experience for all types of learners.

Students have the flexibility to complete multiple OC Test Preparation courses at the same time. They can also enrol into past Term courses to catch up on missed content.

OC Test Preparation students begin their Matrix+ online course on the first day of the Matrix Term. They can access all Theory Tutorial Videos, Q&A Discussion Boards, and online resources until the day of their OC Test.

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