FAQs

Here are some of the Frequently Asked Questions about SWAT MOCK EXAM. If you have any further enquiries, please contact us.


About SWAT MOCK EXAM 

What is SWAT MOCK EXAM?

The SWAT MOCK EXAM is a mock examination experience. It occurs annually and is aimed at providing Years 3, 4 and 5 students intending to sit the Opportunity Class (OC) Placement Test, Selective School Placement Test and Scholarship exams to have a mock exam experience. Thousands of students have sat the SWAT exam.

For Year 3 and 4 students, SWAT MOCK EXAM follows the format of the OC Placement Test, testing in Reading, Mathematical Reasoning and Thinking Skills.

For Year 5 students, SWAT MOCK EXAM consists of Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, Thinking Skills and Writing.

Students can choose to sit the computer-based exam in one of our NSW premises or SWAT@home online supervised remotely.  


When should we get to the venue?

Please arrive approximately 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. You will receive detailed information via email after successfully purchasing your SWAT MOCK EXAM e-ticket online and closer to the event.

Is there a break?

Yes, there will be breaks. However all students will remain inside the venue.

Can I sit with my child during the break?

No. Please drop off your child at the designated time which we will advise by email closer to the event.

Will I receive my child’s results?

Yes. A comprehensive individual SWAT MOCK EXAM report, which also details your child’s performance relative to other students, will be emailed to you up to 2 weeks after the SWAT MOCK EXAM examination date.  


Scholarships

What do the scholarships offer?

Top performers in SWAT MOCK EXAM will be offered one of up to 60 scholarships to study at North Shore Coaching College. Scholarships vary in duration for one term to four terms. They can be used to enrol your child at any of our NSW campuses.

How many scholarships are available?

Up to 60 scholarships will be offered to students in Years 3-5, based on their performance in SWAT MOCK EXAM. Additional scholarships may be offered depending on student performance. We reserve the right to vary the number of scholarships offered due to circumstances beyond our control.

How are scholarships awarded?

Scholarships will be awarded to the students who receive the most outstanding results in SWAT MOCK EXAM in all three-year levels. 

When will scholarships be announced?

We will contact parents with scholarship offers after results have been released (approximately up to 2 weeks after the SWAT MOCK EXAM).