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Bringing you OC/Selective tips & Sample Questions and insightful articles
5 Selective Writing Questions for Practice
This gives you a taste of our 100 Master Selective Writing Questions! Try this with your child, with 30 minutes time limit....
Little Elites Team
2 min read
5 Things you MUST know before applying to a Selective School (Entry in Y8-11)
Are you confused on how to apply to Selective Schools in y8-11? Do all schools use HAST? What about interviews? Read this guide to find out.
Little Elites Team
2 min read
3 Tips for Selective & OC from top primary school private tutors 🥇
Top 3 tips from selective school graduates on how to be successful in the selective and OC exams.
Aarav Pokharna, Little Elites Team
3 min read
Sample Selective Writing Questions
Selective writing questions on different text types. The NEW test assesses students' ability to write for a range of purposes/audiences.
Little Elites Team
2 min read
Should you pursue Opportunity Class (OC) in 2023?
Opportunity classes, also known as OCs, are classes for academically gifted students in New South Wales, Australia. These classes are...
Little Elites Team
3 min read
Thinking Skills Tips: Logical Reasoning Qs
Not sure how to solve logical reasoning Qs in thinking skills? (Selective Exam) Try the questions using our 4 Step Guide!
Little Elites Team
4 min read
Selective Thinking Skills Tips: Evaluating Arguments Questions
Can your child complete these Thinking Skills Questions under 1 minute? Evaluating arguments is a notoriously difficult question type.
Little Elites Team
4 min read
25/25 Student Response to the Official Selective Writing Question
Attempt the writing question with your child and compare it with our 25/25 model answer to see how they went!
Little Elites Team
2 min read
3 Common Mistakes in the Selective School Exam (+ Sample Writing Qs)
Selective exam tips and common mistakes to avoid. Selective exam sample questions and resources.
Aarav Pokharna, Little Elites Team
2 min read
Selective School Writing Marking Guide (+ 25/25 Sample Response)
Students get 30 minutes for the selective school writing section and this is assessed on 2 sets of marking criteria: Criteria A -...
Little Elites Team
2 min read
The NEW selective school test structure
Selective schools are designed to meet the needs of academically gifted students. Unlike private schools, they are open to all students,...
Aarav Pokharna, Little Elites Team
2 min read
Unhappy with Selective School Test Results? Waiting lists and other pathways into Selective Schools
We understand that receiving selective school test results that fall short of expectations can be a moment of mixed emotions. While...
Little Elites Team
2 min read
Sample Selective School Test Writing Questions
Major changes were introduced to the Selective School Placement Exam in 2021, including the replacement of General Ability (GA) section...
Little Elites Team
2 min read
Pros and Cons of Selective Schools
Selective schools, often known for their rigorous academic programs and competitive admission processes, have long been a topic of...
Aarav Pokharna
2 min read
Study Skills to Master for the Selective Test.
1. Time Management is essential for success in the selective test. Encourage your child to plan their study time in advance and allocate...
Aarav Pokharna
1 min read
Battling for Success: The Growing Pressure of Selective School and Opportunity Class exams
If you're a parent in New South Wales, you're likely aware of the Selective Schools and Opportunity Classes examinations that determine...
Little Elites Team
2 min read
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