Year 3 NAPLAN
NAPLAN is in Term 1. Build foundations through ME or METS, then add January holiday preparation and Term 1 NAPLAN classes.
NAPLAN PreparationBuild the foundations. Apply the knowledge. Practise under exam conditions.
NAPLAN is completed in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 and is now held in Term 1, generally in March.
We don't believe the answer is simply to give your child hundreds of NAPLAN papers. We build strong Maths and English skills first, then add dedicated NAPLAN preparation when the time is right.
- Years 3, 5, 7 and 9
- January holiday preparation
- Term 1 classes
NAPLAN in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9
NAPLAN is completed in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. There is no NAPLAN test in Year 6.
NAPLAN is now held in Term 1, generally in March. For example, the 2027 NAPLAN test window is 10–22 March 2027.
Students need more than knowing the answers. They also need to be able to read carefully, think clearly, manage their time and apply what they know under test conditions.
Key facts
- Completed in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9
- Held in Term 1, generally in March
- 2027 test window: 10–22 March 2027
- Not a pass-or-fail exam
- January holidays: an ideal time to begin
- Maximum 8 students per holiday class
NAPLAN Preparation by Year Level
Every year level builds on strong Maths and English foundations first, then adds dedicated NAPLAN preparation.
Year 5 NAPLAN
NAPLAN is coming up in Term 1. The January school holidays are an ideal time to begin, alongside ME or METS.
Year 7 NAPLAN
NAPLAN falls in the first year of high school. Our Year 7 Maths and English programs build the foundation, with Term 1 NAPLAN classes on top.
Year 9 NAPLAN
Build on our Year 9 Maths and English programs, then add January holiday preparation and Term 1 NAPLAN classes.
Is There NAPLAN in Year 6?
No. If your child is in Year 6, their next NAPLAN will be in Year 7, during their first year of high school.
That means Year 6 is a valuable time to make sure your child is ready, before the pressure of Year 7 begins. Our ME and METS programs build the Maths and English skills they will need.
Is NAPLAN a Pass-or-Fail Exam?
No. NAPLAN is aligned with the Australian Curriculum and assesses students' literacy and numeracy skills.
Student achievement is reported across four proficiency levels: Exceeding, Strong, Developing and Needs additional support.
What Does NAPLAN Actually Test?
NAPLAN questions are based mostly on literacy and numeracy skills students are expected to have developed through their previous years of schooling.
Reading
Students read a range of texts and answer questions about them.
Reading questions can require students to:
- Locate and connect information
- Make inferences
- Identify main ideas
- Understand unfamiliar vocabulary
- Interpret an author's perspective
- Connect ideas across a text
The complexity of texts increases as students move through the year levels.
Writing
Students are given a writing prompt and asked to produce either a narrative or persuasive text.
Students need to demonstrate their ability to organise ideas, use appropriate language and structure their writing effectively within the time available.
Conventions of Language
This assessment focuses on:
- Spelling
- Grammar
- Punctuation
The test includes separate spelling and grammar/punctuation sections.
Numeracy
Numeracy assesses how students apply mathematical knowledge, skills and processes. This includes areas such as:
- Number
- Measurement
- Statistics
- Probability
- Algebra
- Space
So How Should You Prepare for NAPLAN?
The official NAPLAN guidance makes an important point:
The best preparation for NAPLAN is teaching the curriculum.
- 1Build the foundations
- 2Apply the knowledge
- 3Introduce NAPLAN Preparation
NAPLAN questions are based mostly on literacy and numeracy skills students are expected to have developed through their previous years of schooling.
That's why we don't believe the answer is simply to give your child hundreds of NAPLAN papers. Instead, we take a three-step approach.
Our NAPLAN Preparation Approach
Build the knowledge first, then practise and apply it, then add targeted exam preparation.
- 1
Build the foundations
Before your child starts preparing specifically for NAPLAN, they need a strong understanding of the Maths and English concepts they're expected to know.
In primary school this comes through our ME and METS programs, which follow the Australian Curriculum. In high school it comes through our Maths and English programs.
- 2
Apply the knowledge
Make sure your child can apply what they have learned, rather than simply recognise a concept in a classroom lesson. For example, can they:
- Take a mathematical concept and apply it to an unfamiliar problem
- Read a more complex passage and work out what the author is implying
- Write clearly when given a specific topic and time limit
- 3
Introduce NAPLAN Preparation
Add targeted exam preparation when the time is right.
Our dedicated NAPLAN Preparation Class is an additional class specifically designed to help students become familiar with NAPLAN-style questions and work under timed, exam-style conditions.
When Can Students Join NAPLAN Preparation?
Students can join this additional preparation at these times:
Term 1
Our main NAPLAN Preparation period leading into the March assessment.
Expression of interest: put your name down on our waiting list.
Term 4
We may offer an earlier NAPLAN Preparation class for students moving into a NAPLAN year, depending on demand.
Expression of interest: put your name down on our waiting list.
School Holidays
We also run NAPLAN preparation classes during selected school holiday periods.
This allows students to get additional practice without relying entirely on their regular school or tutoring lessons.
Avoid disappointment. Book your child's spot now.
What Happens in Our NAPLAN Preparation Class?
The focus is on practice, revision and exam conditions. Students work through:
- NAPLAN-style questions
- Timed sections
- Reading practice
- Writing practice
- Spelling, grammar and punctuation revision
- Numeracy practice
- Applying knowledge to unfamiliar questions
- Reviewing mistakes
- Building confidence under exam conditions
The goal isn't to memorise a particular paper.
It's to help your child become comfortable using what they know when the clock is running.
You Don't Need to Wait Until the Last Minute
You don't need to wait until the weeks immediately before NAPLAN.
Our focus is simple:
- 1Learn it
- 2Practise it
- 3Apply it
- 4Practise under exam conditions
The dedicated NAPLAN Preparation Class is additional to your child's regular program. It isn't designed to replace the teaching of Maths and English fundamentals.
NAPLAN School Holiday Preparation
Want to give your child some additional preparation during the school holidays?
Our holiday NAPLAN classes focus on:
- Timed practice
- Exam-style questions
- Revision
- Reviewing mistakes
- Building confidence
Maximum 8 students per class. Places are limited to 8 students per school holiday class.
Secure your child's spot before the class fills.
Not Ready for NAPLAN Preparation Yet?
That's completely okay.
The most important thing right now may simply be building strong Maths and English skills before adding dedicated exam preparation.
Our ME and METS programs (primary) and Maths and English programs (high school) provide that foundation.
Ready to prepare for NAPLAN?
Build the foundations. Apply the knowledge. Practise under exam conditions.
Whether your child needs to strengthen their core skills or you're looking for dedicated exam preparation, we can help you choose the appropriate pathway. Book a FREE trial lesson and let our lesson experience speak for itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which years sit NAPLAN?
NAPLAN is completed in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. There is no NAPLAN test in Year 6.
When is NAPLAN held?
NAPLAN is now held in Term 1, generally in March. For example, the 2027 NAPLAN test window is 10–22 March 2027.
Is NAPLAN a pass-or-fail exam?
No. Student achievement is reported across four proficiency levels: Exceeding, Strong, Developing and Needs additional support.
What does NAPLAN test?
Students complete four areas: Reading, Writing, Conventions of Language (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and Numeracy.
Does the NAPLAN Preparation Class replace my child's regular program?
No. The NAPLAN Preparation Class is additional to your child's regular program. It isn't designed to replace the teaching of Maths and English fundamentals.
How many students are in a NAPLAN holiday class?
Places are limited to a maximum of 8 students per school holiday class.
Can my child trial a lesson?
Yes. Free trial lessons are available. Come in, experience the classroom and see how your child responds to our teaching.
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