PagineNorthern Territory Curriculum Guide & Practice Tests
NT schools teach the Australian Curriculum. Many remote schools offer bilingual or Indigenous language and culture programs. Senior students complete the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (NTCET), which uses the South Australian SACE framework.
- 13 levels
- 270 practice tests
- 2 exam guides
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Exams and tests
| Exam | Subjects | When | Counts? |
|---|---|---|---|
| NT Certificate of Education and Training (NTCET) | SACE Stage 1 and Stage 2 subjects | Stage 2 external assessments October–November | Contributes to the NTCET and ATAR. |
| 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. |
How school is organized
Transition, Years 1–6 (primary), Years 7–9 (middle) and Years 10–12 (senior).
Finishing school: The NTCET follows SACE requirements, including the Research Project and Stage 2 subjects.
Official curriculum: Australian Curriculum v9 (Northern Territory)
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Frequently asked questions
What curriculum does Northern Territory use?
NT schools teach the Australian Curriculum. Many remote schools offer bilingual or Indigenous language and culture programs. Senior students complete the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (NTCET), which uses the South Australian SACE framework.
How are school years organized in Northern Territory?
Transition, Years 1–6 (primary), Years 7–9 (middle) and Years 10–12 (senior).
What is needed to finish school?
The NTCET follows SACE requirements, including the Research Project and Stage 2 subjects.
Which exams do students take in Northern Territory?
NT Certificate of Education and Training (NTCET); NAPLAN.