Ace the Brisbane State High School entrance exam! Our complete test preparation package gives Queensland students everything they need to succeed in the gifted and talented program, with advanced practice materials tailored for top performance.
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Braintree Coaching's BSHS Super Pack is the most comprehensive preparation bundle for Brisbane State High School selective entry. It covers all four HAST components — Mathematical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Abstract Reasoning, and Written Expression — with 25+ practice tests, 20 writing tasks, vocabulary and poetry courses, non-verbal reasoning lessons, and daily grammar exercises. 365 days of access for $240.
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Everything your child needs to prepare for the Brisbane State High School HAST entrance exam — covering all four test components with enough material for a full year of consistent practice.
Complete one test in each of the three multiple-choice subjects (Maths, Reading, Abstract Reasoning) plus one writing task. Don't prepare beforehand — this baseline assessment reveals your child's strengths and the areas that need the most work. Review all solutions together.
Set a consistent schedule: 3–4 sessions per week (20–30 minutes each). Alternate between HAST subjects and supplement with Daily Paragraph Editing (3–4 exercises per week) and Vocabulary lessons (3 per week). Add one writing task per week using the 20 included tasks. Review model responses carefully after each writing piece.
If Abstract Reasoning is your child's weakest area, the 100+ Non-Verbal Reasoning Lessons are your most valuable resource. Work through these systematically — they build pattern-recognition skills progressively. Many students see significant improvement in this component with consistent practice over 2–3 months.
Strong vocabulary directly improves both Reading Comprehension and Written Expression scores. Work through the Vocabulary Mastery Course alongside the 50 Poetry Comprehension Tests. Poetry comprehension is particularly effective for developing inference skills and sensitivity to language — both tested in the HAST reading section.
Once a month, run a full mock session: one test from each HAST component completed under timed, quiet conditions. Compare scores to the Week 1 baseline to track improvement. In the final 2 months before the exam, increase to fortnightly mock sessions. Focus on time management and question prioritisation.
Tests mathematical problem-solving well beyond standard curriculum level. Questions require multi-step reasoning, pattern recognition, and the ability to apply mathematical concepts to unfamiliar situations — all without a calculator.
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Assesses ability to understand, interpret, and critically analyse texts. Passages are more complex than typical Year 5–6 reading material, testing deeper comprehension skills.
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Measures non-verbal logical thinking through visual pattern recognition. This component tests reasoning ability independent of language or curriculum knowledge — and it is the area where targeted practice typically produces the largest improvement.
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Students write a response to a prompt within a set time limit. Markers assess content, structure, vocabulary, and mechanics. Writing is a key differentiator — students with similar reasoning scores are often separated by writing quality.
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Brisbane State High School is one of Queensland's highest-performing government schools. In 2023, BSHS students achieved a median ATAR of 94, with 65% achieving ATAR 90 and above and 17% achieving ATAR 99 and above. Entry is highly competitive — approximately 2,000 students apply for around 280 Year 7 places each year, and there is no waitlist. Your child's ranking on the HAST is the primary factor in selection.
The HAST tests four distinct skill areas, and preparation across all of them matters. Mathematical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension reward curriculum-plus-depth knowledge, while Abstract Reasoning tests non-verbal logic that improves significantly with practice. Written Expression is often the most under-prepared component but can be a decisive score differentiator between students with similar reasoning results.
This Super Pack provides the depth needed for genuine preparation: 25+ practice tests aligned with the ACER-HAST format, 20 writing tasks with model responses, 100+ Non-Verbal Reasoning lessons for abstract reasoning improvement, vocabulary courses that strengthen both reading and writing performance, and 50 poetry comprehension tests that develop the inference skills tested across the exam. The 365-day access period supports a 9–12 month preparation timeline.
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The 365-day access supports a full 12-month preparation timeline starting in Year 5 for Year 7 entry.
Covers all four HAST components in one pack — including writing, which is not available in the Brisbane Premium Pack.
Enough material for 12 months of consistent practice with progress tracking across all subjects.
The 100+ Non-Verbal Reasoning Lessons provide systematic training for the HAST component that typically shows the largest improvement with practice.
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