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Queensland Academies Preparation (QASMT, QACI, QAHS)

Queensland Academies selective entry preparation for QASMT, QACI and QAHS. EduTest-style entrance assessment coverage across Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Reading and Mathematics, with application dates, fees and a staged preparation plan for Queensland families.

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3 campuses · EduTest-style assessment · Year 7 & Year 10 entry

About the exam

The QLD Academies (EduTest-style) test, in plain language.

The Queensland Academies are three state selective-entry schools that deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Entry is decided largely by an EduTest-style entrance assessment rather than a school-report ranking, so understanding the paper your child will sit is the first step before any practice begins.

The entrance assessment is computer-based and ability-focused: it measures reasoning, comprehension and problem-solving rather than year-level curriculum recall. The four core components — Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension and Mathematics — run about 30 minutes each, with a Written Expression task added for Year 7 entry to QASMT. Calculators are not permitted in the Mathematics section. Selection is holistic, weighing test performance alongside school reports, NAPLAN results and, depending on the campus, an interview or portfolio.

Test dates

Application timelines differ by entry point and campus. For 2027 Year 7 entry at QASMT, applications close Wednesday 20 August 2026 at 4pm; Year 10 entry applications for 2027 typically open in early to mid 2026. Confirm exact dates on the official Queensland Academies website for the year your child applies.

Scoring & cutoffs

The Queensland Academies do not publish cutoff scores and do not release individual test results to families. Each component is scored and selection is holistic — test performance is weighed alongside school reports, NAPLAN results and, depending on the campus, an interview or portfolio.

  • Verbal Reasoning

    ~30 min~30

    Vocabulary, word analogies, verbal classification and sentence completion using context clues.

  • Numerical Reasoning

    ~30 min~30

    Number sequences, shape and symbol patterns, matrix reasoning and logical deduction — reasoning not taught explicitly in class.

  • Reading Comprehension

    ~30 min~30

    Literal recall and inferential questions on main idea, detail, author purpose and vocabulary in context.

  • Mathematics

    ~30 min~30

    Multi-step word problems, fractions, percentages, ratios, early algebra, geometry and data interpretation. No calculator permitted.

  • Written Expression (Year 7 QASMT only)

    ~15 min1

    A short writing task assessing clear expression, structure, grammar and ideas.

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QLD Academies (EduTest-style) results and parent testimonial

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QLD Academies (EduTest-style) placements since 2024

Audited annually. Methodology is public — see the journal for the breakdown by school.

“We started a year out and worked steadily on the reasoning sections rather than cramming. By the sitting our son knew the on-screen format and could pace himself through the numerical questions without panicking.”

Priya N.

Parent · Year 7 QASMT applicant

FAQ

QLD Academies (EduTest-style), plainly answered.

Five questions our faculty fields most often about the QLD Academies (EduTest-style) exam.

Queensland Academies is a network of three state selective-entry high schools offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The three campuses are QASMT (Queensland Academy for Science, Mathematics and Technology) in Toowong, Brisbane; QACI (Queensland Academy for Creative Industries) in Kelvin Grove, Brisbane; and QAHS (Queensland Academy for Health Sciences) on the Gold Coast. Each academy specialises in a different field while all deliver the IB curriculum in the senior years.

QASMT (Toowong) specialises in Science, Mathematics and Technology and offers both Year 7 and Year 10 entry. QACI (Kelvin Grove) focuses on Creative Industries — visual arts, design and media — with Year 10 entry only. QAHS (Gold Coast) specialises in Health Sciences with Year 10 entry only. All three deliver the IB Diploma Programme in Years 11 and 12.

The entrance assessment is an EduTest-style, computer-based paper with four core components: Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension and Mathematics, each running about 30 minutes. Year 7 entry to QASMT adds a Written Expression task of about 15 minutes. Total testing time, including breaks and check-in, is roughly two to three hours. No calculator is permitted in the Mathematics component.

QASMT offers Year 7 entry (applied for in Year 5) and Year 10 entry (applied for in Year 8). QACI and QAHS offer Year 10 entry only. Year 10 is the primary entry point across all three campuses, with students completing a preparatory year before entering the full IB Diploma Programme in Years 11 and 12.

The Queensland Academies do not publish cutoff scores or percentile requirements for any campus or entry point. Selection is holistic, considering entrance-test performance, school reports showing consistent high achievement, NAPLAN results and, for shortlisted applicants, an interview or portfolio. Focus on a balanced result across every component rather than a single score target.

Competition is strong: places are limited and entry is competitive. Because selection is holistic, a balanced result across every component, supported by strong school reports and NAPLAN results, matters more than excelling in one section alone.

Applications are submitted through the Queensland Academies online portal. You will typically need a recent photograph, birth-certificate or citizenship details, the two most recent semester school reports, all available NAPLAN results, and any giftedness or medical documentation. The application fee starts at $250 for domestic students and is non-refundable. Check the official site for the current portal and document list before you begin.

Application timelines vary by entry point and campus. QASMT Year 7 entry usually opens earlier in the year; for 2027 Year 7 entry, applications close Wednesday 20 August 2026 at 4pm. Year 10 entry applications for 2027 typically open in early to mid 2026. Always confirm the exact dates on the official Queensland Academies website for the year your child is applying.

Most families benefit from 12 to 18 months of structured preparation before the sitting — closer to 18 to 24 months for QASMT Year 7 entry, where preparation begins in Year 5. A workable routine is four to six hours spread across most days, with the largest share of time given to the weakest section. The two areas families most often underestimate are Numerical Reasoning and the calculator-free Mathematics component.

For Year 10 entry you may submit only one application per year across the three campuses, so you must choose QASMT, QACI or QAHS based on your child's interests and aspirations. QASMT Year 7 entry is a separate application and does not prevent a later Year 10 application to another campus. Campus transfers mid-programme are not permitted, so choose carefully.

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