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!!🙂
