Parents often ask: “Are NAPLAN Style tests official?” It’s important to clarify how our resources differ from the government-run NAPLAN program.
Understanding Official NAPLAN
- NAPLAN is developed and administered by ACARA (Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority).
- It measures core skills in Reading, Writing, Language Conventions, and Numeracy across Years 3, 5, 7, and 9.
- Schools report results to ACARA; these are official scores, used nationally.
How NAPLAN Style Differs
- Our practice tests are independently created to reflect NAPLAN-style questions and formats.
- We are not affiliated, endorsed, or accredited by ACARA.
- NAPLAN Style provides:
- Realistic exam simulations
- Immediate feedback and progress tracking
- Writing marked with constructive feedback
Why Practice with NAPLAN Style is Valuable
- Builds familiarity with exam structure and question types
- Reduces test-day anxiety
- Strengthens literacy and numeracy skills
