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Information for Parents
Make sure you have read this
note and returned it to Miss Flowers.
This is the school’s record that your child
intends to apply for SHS Placement for
2022
Make sure that you have read the information package carefully. This package contains all of the important information that you need to know about applying for Selective High School placement in 2022. It also contains the list of Selective High Schools and their websites.
What are Selective High Schools?Selective high schools cater for academically gifted students with high potential who may otherwise be without sufficient classmates of their own academic standard.Selective high schools help these students to learn by grouping them with students of similar ability, using specialised teaching methods and materials. Selective high schools are unzoned so parents can apply regardless of where they live.
TYPES OF Selective High SchoolsFully selective high schoolsThere are 21 fully selective high schools in NSW. In these schools all classes are academically selective.Agricultural high schoolsThere are four fully selective agricultural high schools located throughout NSW. Agricultural high schools are selective high schools which emphasise the study of agriculture - they are a mix of boarding and day placement.Partially selective high schoolsThere are 25 partially selective high schools in NSW where one or two classes are selective while other classes are non-selective for local students. The students in the selective classes participate in separate English, mathematics and science classes. They generally join the non-selective students for classes in other subjects.Aurora CollegeAurora College offers Years 7 to 10 rural and remote students an opportunity to participate in selective classes for English, mathematics and science through a virtual high school. Students must be intending to enrol in a rural or remote NSW high school (their host school) to be considered for entry to Aurora College.
Who benefits most from Selective schools and classes?
Selective high schools cater for intellectually gifted students who may otherwise be without sufficient classmates of their own academic standard. Selective high schools help these students to learn by grouping them with students of similar ability and using specialised teaching methods to support the learning needs of gifted students.
Selective High School applicants and the Year 6 Cohort.
Approximately 100% 70% 30% 15% 5%
Gaining entry to a selective high school is
extremely difficult.
(Only 5 % of all applicants are successful)
The Selective High School Placement Test will change in 2021 for placement in 2022. The new test will have a greater emphasis on thinking skills, mathematical reasoning and problem solving. It will also adjust and balance the weighting given to Mathematics, English and thinking skills test components.These changes are in response to the findings of the 2018 Review of Selective Education Access report, commissioned by the NSW Department of Education. https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/strategies-and-reports/our-reports-and-reviews/review-of-selective-education-access
In 2021 the placement test will remain in a paper-based format before changing to a computer-based format in 2022.Cambridge Assessment, has been engaged to produce the test for 2021.
CHANGES TO THE Selective Test in 2021.
The Selective High School Placement Test consists of • a writing test and three multiple-choice tests in:• reading skills• mathematical reasoning skills• thinking skillsThese changes strengthen the existing selective high school test and ensure a balance of questions to help ensure access is fair for all academically gifted students. Further information about the changes to the application and assessment process affecting the 2021 test year for entry into Year 7 2022 will be published on the website as they are confirmed at https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunityclasses/year-7
Should MY CHILD apply for Selective High School Placement
in 2022?This is your decision.The class teacher can only provide general
information as to whether Selective High School is suitable for your child.
Selective High School isn’t the right place for everyone. There are many great comprehensive high schools that offer a wide range of programs enabling students to achieve excellent results.
Most comprehensive schools now offer a high potential and gifted stream to cater for high performing students.
Many students who attend comprehensive high schools thrive and are highly successful.
Selective High school is very competitive.
What You Need to Know.
All applications must be made on-line. There are NO Paper forms .
Late applications WILL NOT be accepted.
Parents can make up to three choices.
Applications need to be completed byNovember 16, 2020.
Selective High School Placement 2022-Timeline.
Date Activity • 13 October 2020 • Applications open for entry to selective high school
placement in 2022
• 16 November 2020
• Applications close for entry to selective high school placement in 2022
• 25 February 2021 • Test centre information and Test authority letters available to parents
• 11 March 2021 • Selective High School Placement test
• 25 April 2021 • Last day to change school choices
• May-June 2021 • Selection committees meet
• 2 July 2021 • Placement outcomes expected to be released
You can find this timeline on Page 3 of the information
package. Cut it out and stick it on the fridge so that you
don’t forget any of the important
dates.
How to Apply Online for Selective High School Placement.
Read through the information booklet carefully before you begin to complete the on-line form.
Apply online at: https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selectivehigh-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year7/application-process.
Applications are open from 13 October to 16 November 2020.
Follow the flow chart on the next slide.Once you have successfully complete the
application, you will receive an application number in the format S21123456. You will need to quote this numberwhen making enquiries to the Team.
Step 1• Go to the application site and register your details using your own
email address, not one belonging to your child. You will receive an email to validate your registration.
Step 2• Go to the application and log in using the email address and the
password you provided.
Step 3• Complete the application and submit it when it is checked and
completed.
Step 4• Upload any required documents if relevant.
Step 5
• Receive an email confirming that you have successfully submitted your application.
Step 6
• Log in to your application to check all details are accurate and to add documents, make changes or send and receive messages to and from the Team.
What Attachments can I include with my Application?
Information about a disability, medical condition or behavioural disorder and its effects on the academic performance of the student. For example, anaphylaxis, vision impairment, autism or serious illness. You will need to provide diagnostic evidence to support your claims.
The results of individual IQ tests if appropriate. Note that these must be provided as a complete IQ report. (Overseas students only)
An explanation if the child is older or younger than the normal age range or is not in Year 6 in 2020.
A copy of court orders if they apply.
Evidence of previous schooling for students who have been doing most of their work in English for less than 48 months (4 years)
Do not send the following attachments.
school reports
merit certificates
evidence of achievements in the performing artsor sports for example.
certificates from state-wide competitions e.g Maths Olympiad, Premier’s Reading Challenge.
copies of State or national tests such as NAPLAN
• You may choose up to three choices anywhere in the state.
• You must place your choices in priority order.• Before making your choices, do your research- visit the
school or school websites of all of the schools that you are interested in applying for and see what they have to offer your child.
• Consider the following before making your decision:- transport/ distance;- programs offered by each school that best suit your
child’s interests and needs.- do not choose a school you don’t really want-
because your child may be offered a position at thisschool.
School Choices.
Order Of Choice. The order in which you place your school choices is most
important. Visit the school or the websites of the schools you are interested
in and see what each school has to offer before completing the application form as not all schools will suit all students.
List only the schools that you want to send your child to. When listing preferences ensure that you order the schools in
order of entry scores.(Ask your child’s teacher if you require assistance with this)Example 1- Incorrect preference choices:1.Caringbah High School (3)2. Sydney Girls HS (1)3. St George Girls HS (2)
These preference choices are in the incorrect order. If successful, your child will be offered Caringbah even if they score enough marks to gain entry to any or all of the schoolslisted as preferences 2 and 3. If you decline your first offer you will NOT be offered your second or third choice.
Order Of Choice.Example 2-Correct preference choices:The correct order of choice would be:1. Sydney Girls2. St George Girls High3. Caringbah High School
As the schools are now ranked in order of minimum school entry scores (From highest entry score to lowest score.)If your child’s score is not high enough to go to Sydney Girls, it may be enough to gain entry to St George or Caringbah for example.
A full list of schools can be found on pages 17-19 of the information booklet
Change of School Choice.
• You can change your school choices up to 25 April, 2021 by sending a change of choice form to the Team.
• You can not make changes after this date unless something unexpected changes and you have documentary evidence.
• Use the change of choice form at: https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year7/information-for-applicants/choosing-a-selective-school
School Assessment Scores. The school assigns an assessment score for English
(including writing) and Mathematics for each students who is applying for Selective High School placement in 2022.
These scores are based on performance in assessments in English and Mathematics after May 25, 2020. (Year 5).
The score is based on common assessment tasks undertaken by all Year 5 studentsand teacher judgement.
Assessment Scores.Yearly school assessments in English and
Mathematics.
Check in scores in Literacy and Numeracy.
Selective Practice Tests in Reading, Mathematics.
Teacher Judgement.
How the student works in class- class work, common assignments and tasks .
School Assessment Score (cont.) The school score given is a combination of factors
as mentioned in the last slide.
The purpose of the score is to rank the students.
The scores are analysed statistically by the Team to make it fair across schools.
All assessment tasks are administered by all of the Year 5 teachers.
Every child who is applying for Selective high school placement has completed the same assessment tasks as their peers. This makes the process fair for all students.
Contact DetailsThe Selective High Schools placement process for Year 7 entry is administered by the High Performing Students Team (The Team).
High Performing Students Team, NSW Department of Education Email: [email protected] Telephone: 1300 880 367 Postal Address: GPO BOX 33, SYDNEY NSW 2001Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 772251106301086/
There may be changes to the procedures over the following months. Check the website at education. nsw.gov.au/shs-oc regularly for updates throughout the application and placement process.
Miss Flowers and the Year 5 teachers are also available if you require further information on any aspect of the application process.
