Scholarship Entry Exams 2019
As the new school year approaches, scholarship exams for 2020 are also drawing nearer. For students and families interested in receiving a scholarship, it is important to apply early and not miss the deadlines for applications and to be aware of the test dates.
| School | Scholarship Levels Offered | Test Date |
| Alphington Grammar School | Primary, Secondary | 16th March 2019 |
| Caulfield Grammar School | Primary, Secondary | 16th February 2019 |
| Huntingtower | Secondary | 16th February 2019 |
| Kilvington Grammar School | Primary, Secondary | 16th February 2019 |
| Mazenod College | Secondary | TBA |
| Mentone Grammar School | Primary, Secondary | 16th February 2019 |
| Methodist Ladies’ College | Primary, Secondary | 23rd February 2019 |
| Nagle College | Secondary | 1th March 2019 |
| Nunawading Christian College | Primary, Secondary | 02 May 2019 |
| Oakleigh Grammar | Primary, Secondary | 30th October 2018 |
| Peninsula Grammar | Primary, Secondary | 23rd February 2019 |
| Penleigh and Essendon Grammar | Secondary | 23rd February 2019 |
| St Patrick’s College | Secondary | 23rd February |
| Presbyterian Ladies’ College | Secondary | TBA |
| Xavier College | Secondary | 7th February |
To prepare for the academic portion of the application process, it is important to know exactly what the test contains. Scholarship tests often involve verbal and numerical reasoning, mathematics, reading and both creative and analytic writing.
To prepare for these tests, practice and familiarity with questions are crucial.
- Become familiar with the tests
It is important for the student to become very familiar with the test format and test-styled questions. Regular practice of tests and test styled questions will help the student become comfortable and familiar during the actual test.
- Develop a time plan
Develop a time plan and strategy to tackle the test. This could mean categorizing similar questions and solving them together, and dividing up your time before the test begins to ensure you know how many seconds to spend per question.
- Regular practice
The most important step is to practice all areas of the test regularly. This means polishing up on mathematical concepts, regularly doing practice questions and timed tests and developing a regular reading and writing program. This will aid in confidence and speed during a real scholarship exam.
How can Lynn’s Learning assist with scholarship test preparation?
Lynn’s Learning offers a specialized program to coach students for scholarship examinations. After an initial assessment to gauge any gaps or weaknesses, a tailored program is developed to advance and cement knowledge leading up to the examination date. The selective entry program consists of individualized programs plus practice examinations with one-on-one explanations. We encourage and guide students during their academic preparations, as well as provide help and coaching for the interview component of the selection process.
To receive more information, tips or practice tests and questions get in touch with us on
(03) 9796 8779 for a discussion about your child’s academic needs.