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2027 Victorian Public School Accelerated Program Updates

Planning for Year 7 entry in 2027? 🎯

Many Victorian public schools offer high-ability or accelerated programs from Year 7, including SEAL, ACE, GAPP and other accelerated learning pathways.

In this post, we’ve summarised key updates for Balwyn High School, Doncaster Secondary College and Ashwood High School, including test dates, test areas and application processes.

We’ve also included a quick comparison of two common test directions: ACER HAST and Edutest.

These tests are not only about school knowledge. Students also need strong reading comprehension, mathematical reasoning, abstract reasoning, written expression and timed performance skills.

Qs School also offers Trial Test Programs through our Term courses and Holiday Programs, helping students become familiar with the test format, understand their current level and prepare more strategically.

Save this post for later and contact us to learn more about preparation options.

2027 Victorian Public School Accelerated Program Updates

Balwyn High｜Doncaster Secondary｜Ashwood High

Year 6 families, it’s time to start planning!

Beyond the four Year 9 Selective Entry High Schools, many Victorian public schools also offer Year 7 high-ability or accelerated programs, such as SEAL, ACE, GAPP or Accelerated Learning.

We have summarised the latest updates for Balwyn High, Doncaster Secondary College and Ashwood High School, including test dates, application steps and HAST / Edutest test directions.

These tests are not just about school knowledge. They also assess reading, mathematical reasoning, abstract reasoning, writing and timed performance.

欢迎参加 Qs 奖学金英文讲座，提前了解各大私校奖学金申请方向、Edutest / HAST 考试重点与备考规划。

You are also welcome to join the Qs Scholarship English Seminar to learn more about private school scholarship pathways, Edutest / HAST focus areas and preparation planning.

Qs Holiday Programs also include a Trial Test Program to help students understand test formats, identify their current level and prepare more strategically.

Planning for 2028 Korowa Scholarships?
Understand the AAS Test First

Korowa scholarships are mainly for Year 7 entry in 2028, with limited places also available for selected other year levels. Applicants are required to sit the AAS scholarship test, which mainly assesses Writing, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics and Reasoning.

AAS is not only about testing school knowledge. It also focuses on how well students can understand information, analyse problems, answer accurately under time pressure and express ideas clearly. Korowa may also consider School Reports, NAPLAN results, application materials and Activity Morning performance as part of the overall assessment. Therefore, scholarship preparation should go beyond last-minute practice.

Join our Qs English Scholarship Seminar to better understand the Korowa scholarship process, AAS exam focus and preparation strategies. Qs also offers Trial Test Programs in both Term classes and Holiday Programs, helping students experience the exam format, understand their current readiness and prepare more effectively for future scholarship applications.

比成绩更重要的是沟通能力

How should families prepare for private school scholarship tests in Victoria?
Many parents feel confused at the beginning: What is the difference between Edutest, ACER and AAS? Can results be shared between schools? And how should students plan their preparation pathway?

This post gives a clear overview of the major scholarship testing systems in Victoria, including test content, timing, question load, school types, result-sharing rules, and the right preparation focus for each system.
Understanding the testing system is more important than doing practice blindly. Once families understand the rules clearly, preparation becomes more targeted and effective.

ip trends, application planning, and the key abilities children need in the AI era, you are warmly welcome to join the Qs Scholarship Webinar. We'll break down all the different test types, with a special focus on Edutest this time. You'll walk away with a crystal-clear game plan for tackling these exams.

Registration for Qs July Holiday Program and Term 3 will begin soon. Please pay attention to the Qs official account, email and WeChat group notification to register in time.