Hey Guys! I am going to try out for year 11 selective school @ Macrob. Has anyone sat the year 11 test before? Can someone please share some advise on what to study and what they are looking for? any tips and tricks? Anything would be much appreciated!

Thanks in Advance πŸ™‚

a month later

PLEASE HELP US FOR THE YEAR 11 MACROB ENTRY!!

    Ok I didnt apply for year 11, but did apply for year 10.
    Something I learned from the test is that you could be asked questions that are asked in the year group ahead so prepare accordingly.
    Then it's important that you do well in all the tests. I think I got really good results in both math tests but only above average in the two english tests. Try balance them out.
    You can find a lot of practise tests online. do them all.

      a year later

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      Did you do it? how did it go?
      I want to do it this year I am in year 10 but Im just scared of rejection

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        Hello! Kethers
        Yes, I did write the Macrob Selective Entry test for entrance into year 11.
        I did not get in. However, I got placed in the top ten (there were only around thirty of us doing it) before they claimed that there were no spots available for us to possibly attend the school.
        Mac Robertson Girls' High School did send us an email before the examination, outlining that years 11 and 10 applications would only be successful if a current student moved schools. Considering its prestige, it wasn't surprising that there were no vacancies.
        The test itself was conducted with year 9's and 10's (trying for a spot in yr 10 and 11) writing their exam at the same time. It involved the classic selective school entry exams; Maths, NR, VR, Reading Comp and a writing piece - last year we got a narrative (well I wrote a story) and a stimuli involving an image. The exams were not super tricky but remember the time restraint, so plan well for your writing piece!
        I can't say ( no one can, at this point) if there will be vacancies this year, but it's worth having a shot. Macrob may even consider you if you perform outstandingly well.
        Last year, I was scared of rejection as well but moving on I learned to prioritise my VCE studies and move ahead! Selective Schools are somewhat of a game booster (if you study hard) but if you get rejected, it is not the end of the game
        Overall, I would tell you to give the exam a shot, but keep into mind their terms and conditions of offering a seat in the year 11 cohort- (maybe even email them to understand exactly how the process works)
        Oh, and i also had to prepare a resume and send a copy of some awards and certificates to the school after they told me i was in the top ten
        Best of Luck!!πŸ™‚

        a year later

        Hello Members,
        Hope you are doing good. I just wanted to request to all who have sit in the Year 10 Mac Rob Entry Exam. Can someone please share the work sheets for practicing purposes or any links to download sample questions. I booked myself in for exam. Please!! Please!! Please!! help me.. I am very scared and much worried about it. Much appreciated for any support provided.

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