Online tutoring for Australian students · Foundation to Year 12
Exam preparation

Exam prep that builds real confidence.

From NAPLAN and opportunity class tests to HSC, VCE and ATAR — structured, 1-on-1 preparation that builds skills first, then speed and exam technique.

  • Diagnostic first
  • Timed practice & marking
  • State-specialist tutors
High school student sitting in class during an exam preparation lesson
Timeline

The exam calendar at a glance

ExamWho sits itUsually held
NAPLANYears 3, 5, 7 & 9 · All statesMarch
HSCYears 11–12 · New South WalesOctober–November
VCEYears 11–12 · VictoriaOctober–November
QCEYears 11–12 · QueenslandOctober–November
WACEYears 11–12 · Western AustraliaNovember
SACEYears 10–12 · South AustraliaNovember
ATARYears 11–12 · All statesReleased December
Selective School TestYears 5–6 (NSW) · Year 8 (VIC) · and othersYear 6 (NSW) · Year 8 (VIC)
OC TestYear 4 · New South WalesYear 4, mid-year
Scholarship ExamsYears 4–10 · All statesVaries by school, often Term 1–2

Dates vary by year — always check the official authority for current timetables.

Method

How our exam preparation works

Diagnose

A practice test shows strengths, gaps and a realistic target.

Build skills

Weekly 1-on-1 sessions on the content and skills that matter most.

Practise under time

Timed sections and full papers, marked with detailed feedback.

Refine & rehearse

Exam technique, error review and calm test-day routines.

Exam prep FAQs

How far ahead should we start?

For NAPLAN, 3–6 months. For selective, OC and scholarship tests, 9–12 months. For senior exams, ideally from the start of Year 11.

Do you provide practice papers?

Yes. Tutors use exam-style questions and full practice papers, and mark them with written feedback.

Can we do exam prep alongside regular tutoring?

Yes — many students combine weekly subject tutoring with a focused exam block in the lead-up to a test.

Start with a free diagnostic lesson

Meet your tutor, get a personalised learning plan and see the difference — no payment details needed.