PagineNAPLAN: Format Guide & Practice Tests
Reading, writing, conventions of language (spelling, grammar, punctuation) and numeracy. March (2026: 11–23 March), online.
- 20 practice tests
- Format explained
- Printable answer keys
At a glance
| Who takes it | Year 3, Year 5, Year 7, Year 9 |
|---|---|
| Subjects | Reading, writing, conventions of language (spelling, grammar, punctuation) and numeracy |
| When | March (2026: 11–23 March), online |
| Format |
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| Does it count? | Does not count toward school reports; results go to families and schools. |
| Official information | nap.edu.au |
Practice tests in this format
📖 Year 3 reading & conventions
🔢 Year 5 numeracy
📖 Year 7 reading & writing
🔢 Year 9 numeracy
All questions and passages are original and written for Pagine to match the published curriculum. Pagine is not affiliated with any government, ministry, department of education, exam board or assessment body. Not official tests.
More practice: naplan numeracy year 3 · naplan reading year 5 · naplan conventions year 7
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAPLAN?
Reading, writing, conventions of language (spelling, grammar, punctuation) and numeracy. March (2026: 11–23 March), online. Does not count toward school reports; results go to families and schools.
What is the format?
All tests online except Year 3 writing, which is on paper. Tests are tailored: questions get easier or harder based on answers. Writing is first, then reading, conventions of language and numeracy. Results use four proficiency levels: Exceeding, Strong, Developing, Needs additional support.
How should students prepare?
Take one practice test to find strengths and gaps, review the skill breakdown, practise the weaker skills, then try another test a week later. Read every day and talk about what you read.
Are these the official exam papers?
All questions and passages are original and written for Pagine to match the published curriculum. Pagine is not affiliated with any government, ministry, department of education, exam board or assessment body. Not official tests. Official information is linked on this page.