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I want to try out for these 3 schools: My naplan is really good, I get at the extreme top for everything except for grammar and punctuation for yr 7 and 9 (still well above school average), and outstanding for all my icas reach tasks (equates to maybe a distinction/high distinction). I have gotten 98% in math before and 96% multiple amounts of times, and feel I would fit into the learning standards at a higher ranking selective school 
I'm literally going to go into 4 phases of depression and regret if I don't make it so if yous have any advice please don't refrain from helping :')
I joined baulko in Year 9 but it was from a nearby school. I'm really happy here but if you're already attending a selective school it's really not worth it imo, you raelly have to get lucky with your group of friends and a whole new environmentHello!
Warning: Long review
I am currently a student at Penrith Selective High. I am looking to transfer as it takes me wayy too long to get to school (around 2 hours).
1. Baulkham hills high 2. Hornsby girls high/North Sydney girls high 3. Girraween high/ Fort street/Sydney girls high.
I am leaning more towards these 3 options:
1. Baulkham hills high
2. Hornsby girls high
3. Giraween
Although penrith is a great school, I want to make sure I get into at least one of the three schools, because I need to get in for chemistry and physics (I am probably in for chemistry at my school but not too sure about physics). Also because of the transport time is eating into my study time, and so I can get a 'better atar' at the new school. If you go to these schools, is there anything I need to know?? also I just realised, penrith purposely cuts down the people who can take chem and physics, to improve their rank so giraween is better as there is no restriction and they still perform better then penrith.
Also how should one study?? e.g by studying the 3 unit math textbook, studying science, reading, and how much does each of that help?
Also I feel HGHS judges mostly on my hast results because on the website it says mostly on hast, is that correct for anyone that has moved? Because last year, I failed in my hast (got the best for reading comp, then abstract reasoning and kind of failed in math as there was science I didn't know about, and also in writing even though I got like #1 at penrith for english at 95%). I feel my strength are reading comp and abstract reasoning as they're pretty easy, but really I want to hit the top 5% ish so any tips on how to get like top 5% for hast pls???????
Also, at penrith I'm in the accelerated class and got 95% for advanced maths whilst the yr 11 cohort got under 80% so I'll say I'm doing pretty good at math
what can I do to maximise my chances? any tips as I am desperate to move to a higher rank school (I genuinely feel I will be able to thrive as I got around 221 ish for my selective mark in yr 6 so I could have made it into some of these schools just didn't put it down, and find it easy to maintain decently above average in penrith.) Is there anything that stands out to the deputies or ppl at those school so I will definitely make it? I heard this year is the best opportunity to try out, as in yr 11 there are less vacancies!
my yr 9 report last yr was in the 90% for each subject, but yr 8 was a little worst (90% overall for math, 80%s for everything else). I alse did Duke of Ed (Bronze) last year, and my friend and 1 are planning to run the VA club at my school, so I guess that demonstrates leadership?? I also used to do piano, ballet, art class, swimming (heaps of extracurriculars before). I'm not sure why I didn't get reserves for anything last time (yr 9)!!! (except for Sydney girls high)
I also don't mind tips for North Sydney GIrls as my brother goes to North Sydney Boys so my grandparents can drive us home together and so travel won't be that bad but Hornsby is still a higher priority. Also my sister is probably going to NSG in yr 6 (right now she's in aartarman OC). But NSG ranks 4th and Hornsby ranks 10th so which school am I mostly going to get an offer to say I put both down? I did better in edutest when I did the NSG test last year but they didn't accept me at all...
If anyone has gotten into these schools, especially hornsby girls High or baulkham hills or north sydney before, as I may try could u screenshot ur hast results as I don't know what to aim for!! Thank u in advance and I appreciate ANY advice
My house is around 10 mins (mode of transport = driving) from where I live, and only 2 stations away from Hornsby girls high, so I really want to make it as currently I come home at 8pm and have to sleep late to get my study done which gets me soooo tired in class. Every/any tip will help. I am smart at school work but FAILED in the Hast last time. What should I do!!!!!?
Lastly, the culture of the school won't really affect my decision as I'm pretty sure schools aren't as bad as people say they are, but are the people nice and honest/ accepting? Also how are the faculties? Are they well structured or all over the place? (for example in Penrith there are a lot of discrepancies in the science faculties and over 20% gets their mark adjusted because marking is usually wrong, and I experienced this in English but teachers who favour u give u higher. For e.g I kept getting 13/20 for english in yr 7 but when our class got another teacher I immediately started getting 19/20). Also the staffing; are there enough 'good' teachers that are dedicated and stuff? Are there enough staff and do u need to try out to get into any subject? Do teachers set heaps of work on GC to help students, or is it more self directed learning that required tuition?
If you go to a selective school higher that ranks higher then penrith could u post ur opinions as I am open to changing my school choices. Thank you in advance!!!!!!!!!! Im really desperate into making it in and will do literally anything!!!! Pls reply so I can start preparing as this is my last chance and I will be so, so happy If I make it
Hi, I was wondering if the package had stuff in the exam? Like in the year 10 and 11 one, the maths exams kept giving things like box plots questions.
dont go girraween, its similar to penrith and its overall shit. i tranferred to girra and it ruined my lifeHello!
Warning: Long review
I am currently a student at Penrith Selective High. I am looking to transfer as it takes me wayy too long to get to school (around 2 hours).
1. Baulkham hills high 2. Hornsby girls high/North Sydney girls high 3. Girraween high/ Fort street/Sydney girls high.
I am leaning more towards these 3 options:
1. Baulkham hills high
2. Hornsby girls high
3. Giraween
Although penrith is a great school, I want to make sure I get into at least one of the three schools, because I need to get in for chemistry and physics (I am probably in for chemistry at my school but not too sure about physics). Also because of the transport time is eating into my study time, and so I can get a 'better atar' at the new school. If you go to these schools, is there anything I need to know?? also I just realised, penrith purposely cuts down the people who can take chem and physics, to improve their rank so giraween is better as there is no restriction and they still perform better then penrith.
Also how should one study?? e.g by studying the 3 unit math textbook, studying science, reading, and how much does each of that help?
Also I feel HGHS judges mostly on my hast results because on the website it says mostly on hast, is that correct for anyone that has moved? Because last year, I failed in my hast (got the best for reading comp, then abstract reasoning and kind of failed in math as there was science I didn't know about, and also in writing even though I got like #1 at penrith for english at 95%). I feel my strength are reading comp and abstract reasoning as they're pretty easy, but really I want to hit the top 5% ish so any tips on how to get like top 5% for hast pls???????
Also, at penrith I'm in the accelerated class and got 95% for advanced maths whilst the yr 11 cohort got under 80% so I'll say I'm doing pretty good at math
what can I do to maximise my chances? any tips as I am desperate to move to a higher rank school (I genuinely feel I will be able to thrive as I got around 221 ish for my selective mark in yr 6 so I could have made it into some of these schools just didn't put it down, and find it easy to maintain decently above average in penrith.) Is there anything that stands out to the deputies or ppl at those school so I will definitely make it? I heard this year is the best opportunity to try out, as in yr 11 there are less vacancies!
my yr 9 report last yr was in the 90% for each subject, but yr 8 was a little worst (90% overall for math, 80%s for everything else). I alse did Duke of Ed (Bronze) last year, and my friend and 1 are planning to run the VA club at my school, so I guess that demonstrates leadership?? I also used to do piano, ballet, art class, swimming (heaps of extracurriculars before). I'm not sure why I didn't get reserves for anything last time (yr 9)!!! (except for Sydney girls high)
I also don't mind tips for North Sydney GIrls as my brother goes to North Sydney Boys so my grandparents can drive us home together and so travel won't be that bad but Hornsby is still a higher priority. Also my sister is probably going to NSG in yr 6 (right now she's in aartarman OC). But NSG ranks 4th and Hornsby ranks 10th so which school am I mostly going to get an offer to say I put both down? I did better in edutest when I did the NSG test last year but they didn't accept me at all...
If anyone has gotten into these schools, especially hornsby girls High or baulkham hills or north sydney before, as I may try could u screenshot ur hast results as I don't know what to aim for!! Thank u in advance and I appreciate ANY advice
My house is around 10 mins (mode of transport = driving) from where I live, and only 2 stations away from Hornsby girls high, so I really want to make it as currently I come home at 8pm and have to sleep late to get my study done which gets me soooo tired in class. Every/any tip will help. I am smart at school work but FAILED in the Hast last time. What should I do!!!!!?
Lastly, the culture of the school won't really affect my decision as I'm pretty sure schools aren't as bad as people say they are, but are the people nice and honest/ accepting? Also how are the faculties? Are they well structured or all over the place? (for example in Penrith there are a lot of discrepancies in the science faculties and over 20% gets their mark adjusted because marking is usually wrong, and I experienced this in English but teachers who favour u give u higher. For e.g I kept getting 13/20 for english in yr 7 but when our class got another teacher I immediately started getting 19/20). Also the staffing; are there enough 'good' teachers that are dedicated and stuff? Are there enough staff and do u need to try out to get into any subject? Do teachers set heaps of work on GC to help students, or is it more self directed learning that required tuition?
If you go to a selective school higher that ranks higher then penrith could u post ur opinions as I am open to changing my school choices. Thank you in advance!!!!!!!!!! Im really desperate into making it in and will do literally anything!!!! Pls reply so I can start preparing as this is my last chance and I will be so, so happy If I make it
Yeah I heard that a lot, i think moving to schools just because they are better ranked is in general a bad idea, sure the competition might be worth it but you lose a lot of things.
Hi, can I ask how did you go with Edutest and HAST. Sorry but SGH only does Edutest for selection not HAST. Were you successful to get a spot in either of your choice of schools? You mentioned that you did test for SGH last year, is it okay if I ask what was the writing topic in last year Edutest (I mean test held in 2023)? Please share your result and any tips. I am not interested in HAST, only in Edutest. Thanks.Hello!
Warning: Long review
I am currently a student at Penrith Selective High. I am looking to transfer as it takes me wayy too long to get to school (around 2 hours).
1. Baulkham hills high 2. Hornsby girls high/North Sydney girls high 3. Girraween high/ Fort street/Sydney girls high.
I am leaning more towards these 3 options:
1. Baulkham hills high
2. Hornsby girls high
3. Giraween
Although penrith is a great school, I want to make sure I get into at least one of the three schools, because I need to get in for chemistry and physics (I am probably in for chemistry at my school but not too sure about physics). Also because of the transport time is eating into my study time, and so I can get a 'better atar' at the new school. If you go to these schools, is there anything I need to know?? also I just realised, penrith purposely cuts down the people who can take chem and physics, to improve their rank so giraween is better as there is no restriction and they still perform better then penrith.
Also how should one study?? e.g by studying the 3 unit math textbook, studying science, reading, and how much does each of that help?
Also I feel HGHS judges mostly on my hast results because on the website it says mostly on hast, is that correct for anyone that has moved? Because last year, I failed in my hast (got the best for reading comp, then abstract reasoning and kind of failed in math as there was science I didn't know about, and also in writing even though I got like #1 at penrith for english at 95%). I feel my strength are reading comp and abstract reasoning as they're pretty easy, but really I want to hit the top 5% ish so any tips on how to get like top 5% for hast pls???????
Also, at penrith I'm in the accelerated class and got 95% for advanced maths whilst the yr 11 cohort got under 80% so I'll say I'm doing pretty good at math
what can I do to maximise my chances? any tips as I am desperate to move to a higher rank school (I genuinely feel I will be able to thrive as I got around 221 ish for my selective mark in yr 6 so I could have made it into some of these schools just didn't put it down, and find it easy to maintain decently above average in penrith.) Is there anything that stands out to the deputies or ppl at those school so I will definitely make it? I heard this year is the best opportunity to try out, as in yr 11 there are less vacancies!
my yr 9 report last yr was in the 90% for each subject, but yr 8 was a little worst (90% overall for math, 80%s for everything else). I alse did Duke of Ed (Bronze) last year, and my friend and 1 are planning to run the VA club at my school, so I guess that demonstrates leadership?? I also used to do piano, ballet, art class, swimming (heaps of extracurriculars before). I'm not sure why I didn't get reserves for anything last time (yr 9)!!! (except for Sydney girls high)
I also don't mind tips for North Sydney GIrls as my brother goes to North Sydney Boys so my grandparents can drive us home together and so travel won't be that bad but Hornsby is still a higher priority. Also my sister is probably going to NSG in yr 6 (right now she's in aartarman OC). But NSG ranks 4th and Hornsby ranks 10th so which school am I mostly going to get an offer to say I put both down? I did better in edutest when I did the NSG test last year but they didn't accept me at all...
If anyone has gotten into these schools, especially hornsby girls High or baulkham hills or north sydney before, as I may try could u screenshot ur hast results as I don't know what to aim for!! Thank u in advance and I appreciate ANY advice
My house is around 10 mins (mode of transport = driving) from where I live, and only 2 stations away from Hornsby girls high, so I really want to make it as currently I come home at 8pm and have to sleep late to get my study done which gets me soooo tired in class. Every/any tip will help. I am smart at school work but FAILED in the Hast last time. What should I do!!!!!?
Lastly, the culture of the school won't really affect my decision as I'm pretty sure schools aren't as bad as people say they are, but are the people nice and honest/ accepting? Also how are the faculties? Are they well structured or all over the place? (for example in Penrith there are a lot of discrepancies in the science faculties and over 20% gets their mark adjusted because marking is usually wrong, and I experienced this in English but teachers who favour u give u higher. For e.g I kept getting 13/20 for english in yr 7 but when our class got another teacher I immediately started getting 19/20). Also the staffing; are there enough 'good' teachers that are dedicated and stuff? Are there enough staff and do u need to try out to get into any subject? Do teachers set heaps of work on GC to help students, or is it more self directed learning that required tuition?
If you go to a selective school higher that ranks higher then penrith could u post ur opinions as I am open to changing my school choices. Thank you in advance!!!!!!!!!! Im really desperate into making it in and will do literally anything!!!! Pls reply so I can start preparing as this is my last chance and I will be so, so happy If I make it
SGHS does not do HAST, it does EDUtest. So Edutest has different areas than HAST, such as Edutest has Numerical Reasoning and Verbal reasoning where HAST has Abstract reasoning and General Ability I think. Edutest has Mathematical reasoning and no Science related questions? So Notesedu packages may not help students who are targeting Edutest. What do you think. Do you remember last year Edutest writing topic by chance.
My brother went to the third option, it's actually quite a dumb school with people getting 50 percent on math advanced...Hello!
Warning: Long review
I am currently a student at Penrith Selective High. I am looking to transfer as it takes me wayy too long to get to school (around 2 hours).
1. Baulkham hills high 2. Hornsby girls high/North Sydney girls high 3. Girraween high/ Fort street/Sydney girls high.
I am leaning more towards these 3 options:
1. Baulkham hills high
2. Hornsby girls high
3. Giraween
Although penrith is a great school, I want to make sure I get into at least one of the three schools, because I need to get in for chemistry and physics (I am probably in for chemistry at my school but not too sure about physics). Also because of the transport time is eating into my study time, and so I can get a 'better atar' at the new school. If you go to these schools, is there anything I need to know?? also I just realised, penrith purposely cuts down the people who can take chem and physics, to improve their rank so giraween is better as there is no restriction and they still perform better then penrith.
Also how should one study?? e.g by studying the 3 unit math textbook, studying science, reading, and how much does each of that help?
Also I feel HGHS judges mostly on my hast results because on the website it says mostly on hast, is that correct for anyone that has moved? Because last year, I failed in my hast (got the best for reading comp, then abstract reasoning and kind of failed in math as there was science I didn't know about, and also in writing even though I got like #1 at penrith for english at 95%). I feel my strength are reading comp and abstract reasoning as they're pretty easy, but really I want to hit the top 5% ish so any tips on how to get like top 5% for hast pls???????
Also, at penrith I'm in the accelerated class and got 95% for advanced maths whilst the yr 11 cohort got under 80% so I'll say I'm doing pretty good at math
what can I do to maximise my chances? any tips as I am desperate to move to a higher rank school (I genuinely feel I will be able to thrive as I got around 221 ish for my selective mark in yr 6 so I could have made it into some of these schools just didn't put it down, and find it easy to maintain decently above average in penrith.) Is there anything that stands out to the deputies or ppl at those school so I will definitely make it? I heard this year is the best opportunity to try out, as in yr 11 there are less vacancies!
my yr 9 report last yr was in the 90% for each subject, but yr 8 was a little worst (90% overall for math, 80%s for everything else). I alse did Duke of Ed (Bronze) last year, and my friend and 1 are planning to run the VA club at my school, so I guess that demonstrates leadership?? I also used to do piano, ballet, art class, swimming (heaps of extracurriculars before). I'm not sure why I didn't get reserves for anything last time (yr 9)!!! (except for Sydney girls high)
I also don't mind tips for North Sydney GIrls as my brother goes to North Sydney Boys so my grandparents can drive us home together and so travel won't be that bad but Hornsby is still a higher priority. Also my sister is probably going to NSG in yr 6 (right now she's in aartarman OC). But NSG ranks 4th and Hornsby ranks 10th so which school am I mostly going to get an offer to say I put both down? I did better in edutest when I did the NSG test last year but they didn't accept me at all...
If anyone has gotten into these schools, especially hornsby girls High or baulkham hills or north sydney before, as I may try could u screenshot ur hast results as I don't know what to aim for!! Thank u in advance and I appreciate ANY advice
My house is around 10 mins (mode of transport = driving) from where I live, and only 2 stations away from Hornsby girls high, so I really want to make it as currently I come home at 8pm and have to sleep late to get my study done which gets me soooo tired in class. Every/any tip will help. I am smart at school work but FAILED in the Hast last time. What should I do!!!!!?
Lastly, the culture of the school won't really affect my decision as I'm pretty sure schools aren't as bad as people say they are, but are the people nice and honest/ accepting? Also how are the faculties? Are they well structured or all over the place? (for example in Penrith there are a lot of discrepancies in the science faculties and over 20% gets their mark adjusted because marking is usually wrong, and I experienced this in English but teachers who favour u give u higher. For e.g I kept getting 13/20 for english in yr 7 but when our class got another teacher I immediately started getting 19/20). Also the staffing; are there enough 'good' teachers that are dedicated and stuff? Are there enough staff and do u need to try out to get into any subject? Do teachers set heaps of work on GC to help students, or is it more self directed learning that required tuition?
If you go to a selective school higher that ranks higher then penrith could u post ur opinions as I am open to changing my school choices. Thank you in advance!!!!!!!!!! Im really desperate into making it in and will do literally anything!!!! Pls reply so I can start preparing as this is my last chance and I will be so, so happy If I make it
the writing topic was something along the lines of "gossiping is a form of bullying". It didn't specify what writing format you could write in so I did a persuasive text.
Oh thanks for sharing, how was your edutest result specially the writing component. Were you successful in getting your desired school?
How about Edutest?To do well on the HAST test (Higher Ability Selection Test), particularly for Year 10 entry, here are some strategies and tips based on past experiences from students who have succeeded:
Key Components of the HAST Test:
Preparation Tips:
- Reading Comprehension – Tests understanding of complex texts.
- Mathematical Reasoning – Focuses on problem-solving and logic.
- Abstract Reasoning – Involves patterns and sequences, non-verbal questions.
- Written Expression – Assesses writing skills, coherence, and structure.
Helpful Resources:
- Practice Past Papers and Sample Questions:
- Familiarize yourself with the structure and types of questions. You can find sample papers online or in HAST-specific preparation books.
- Time yourself while doing practice papers to simulate exam conditions.
- Focus on Strengthening Key Skills:
- Reading Comprehension: Practice with higher-level reading material, including literary passages, articles, and academic texts. Summarize them and answer questions on content, tone, and meaning.
- Mathematics: Review topics from school math but also work on logical problem-solving. Practice questions that involve reasoning rather than just rote methods.
- Abstract Reasoning: These questions test pattern recognition and logical thinking. You can practice with online IQ tests or specific reasoning puzzles designed for the HAST.
- Writing: For the written expression, practice essay writing, focusing on clear, logical arguments, good structure (introduction, body, conclusion), and correct grammar.
- Time Management:
- In timed conditions, don’t spend too long on one question. If a question seems too difficult, skip it and return later if time allows.
- In the writing section, allocate time to plan, write, and proofread your essay or creative response.
- Stay Calm During the Test:
- Mental preparation is key. Practice mindfulness or breathing techniques to help reduce anxiety before and during the test.
Additional Advice:
- Books and Workbooks: Look for HAST test preparation books or general aptitude test prep books available online or at bookstores.
- Online Practice Resources: Some websites offer practice questions for abstract reasoning and mathematical reasoning.
By focusing on these areas and being consistent with your preparation, you will increase your chances of succeeding in the HAST test. Good luck!
- Understand the test format and criteria: Each section has different weightage, so ensure you're giving attention to areas where you feel less confident.
- Consistent Practice: Start preparing a few months in advance to gradually improve in all test components rather than cramming closer to the test date.