Braintree Coaching's Selective Super Pack is the most comprehensive preparation bundle for the NSW Selective High School Placement Test. It covers all four exam components — Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, Thinking Skills, and Writing — with 80+ practice tests, 50 writing prompts, vocabulary courses, poetry comprehension, and detailed video explanations for every question.
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Everything your child needs to prepare for the NSW Selective High School Placement Test — covering all four equally weighted exam components with detailed explanations for every question.
Begin with one full-length mock test across Reading, Maths, and Thinking Skills. Don't prepare beforehand — this baseline score helps you identify which subjects need the most attention. Review the detailed solutions together to understand where your child currently stands.
Set a consistent schedule: 3–4 short practice sessions per week (20–30 minutes each) works better than one long weekend session. Alternate between subjects — for example, Reading on Monday, Maths on Wednesday, Thinking Skills on Friday. Add a writing prompt on the weekend. Use the progress tracking to monitor improvement over time.
After the first 2–3 weeks of practice, patterns will emerge. If your child struggles with vocabulary-heavy reading passages, spend extra time on the Vocabulary Mastery course. If Thinking Skills scores are lower, increase the non-verbal reasoning lessons. The Super Pack's breadth means you can adjust the balance as needed.
Writing is worth 25% of the placement score and is often the most under-practised component. Use 1–2 writing prompts per week from the 50 included. Review the Band 6 model responses to understand what markers look for: clear structure, varied vocabulary, original ideas, and strong persuasive or narrative techniques.
Once a month, run a full timed mock test under exam-like conditions: quiet environment, no breaks between sections, timed strictly. This builds stamina and reduces exam-day anxiety. Compare scores to earlier attempts to see progress. In the final month before the test, increase to fortnightly mock exams.
Tests understanding of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry passages. Students answer 17–30 questions in 40–45 minutes.
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Assesses problem-solving ability across the Year 5–6 curriculum. 35 questions in 40 minutes — no calculator allowed.
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Measures logical reasoning, pattern recognition, and problem-solving. 40 questions in 40 minutes.
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Students respond to one prompt in 30 minutes. Worth 25% of the total placement score — the same weighting as each other component.
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The NSW Selective High School Placement Test is one of Australia's most competitive exams. In recent years, approximately 18,000 Year 6 students have sat the test for around 4,200 places — meaning roughly 1 in 4 test-takers receive an offer. For top-tier fully selective schools like James Ruse Agricultural High School, competition is even more intense.
Structured practice helps students in three key ways. First, familiarity with question formats reduces exam-day surprises — students who have practised under timed conditions report feeling calmer and more confident. Second, regular practice with detailed solutions helps identify and address knowledge gaps early, rather than discovering them on test day. Third, the writing component (worth 25% of the total score) is often the most under-prepared section, yet it can be the biggest differentiator between students with similar multiple-choice scores.
This Super Pack is designed to cover the full preparation journey. The 80+ practice tests across Reading, Maths, and Thinking Skills build exam stamina. The 50 writing prompts with Band 6 model responses develop writing skills progressively. The Vocabulary and Poetry courses strengthen the comprehension foundations that underpin both the Reading and Writing components. And the 150+ Daily Paragraph Editing exercises build grammar skills that improve writing quality over time.
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Take your child's learning to the next level with advanced content, mock exams, and personalised support.
Take your child's learning to the next level with advanced content, mock exams, and personalised support.
Our most powerful package—full access to everything your child needs to achieve top scores and stand out.
Ideal starting point 12 months before the test. The 365-day access period covers the full preparation timeline from Year 5 into the test in Year 6.
Covers all four exam components in one pack — no need to purchase separate courses for each subject area.
Includes progress tracking and enough material to build a consistent weekly practice routine without running out of content.
The depth of material (including writing mastery, vocabulary, and extension content) supports students aiming for competitive schools.
Baseline & Foundation
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Exam Practice & Refinement
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15 core tests with 90 days access. A great starting point to trial before committing to the Super Pack.
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