Quick answer: The official EduTest practice sets are the most authentic guide to question style, but they are short, untimed and don't include writing. Each set has four tests of 20 questions (the real tests have 40 to 60), costs $30 for one set or $65 for three, and lasts 90 days. That makes them ideal for learning the question types, but not for building exam timing or preparing for written expression. For those, you need full-length, timed mock exams with writing that's marked by a person.
What the official EduTest practice sets include
EduTest sells online practice sets for students from Year 4 to Year 11. Each set includes four multiple-choice tests:
- Verbal reasoning
- Numerical reasoning
- Reading comprehension
- Mathematics
| Feature | Official EduTest practice sets |
|---|---|
| Year levels | Years 4 to 11 |
| Sets available | 6 per year level (Years 4 to 9), 3 per year level (Years 10 and 11) |
| Questions per test | 20 (the real tests have 40 to 60) |
| Questions per set | 80 (4 tests × 20) |
| Timing | Untimed, can be paused and resumed |
| Written expression | Not included |
| Feedback | Correct and incorrect answers shown when the test is finished |
| Retakes | Not repeatable; each attempt uses a credit |
| Access | 90 days from purchase |
| Price | $30 for 1 set, $55 for 2, $65 for 3 |
What they're good for
- Authentic question style. They're written by the organisation that writes the real test, so they're the best guide to what EduTest questions look like.
- Learning the reasoning question types. Verbal and numerical reasoning are rarely taught at school. A few official sets help your child recognise analogies, logic questions, number series and codes.
- Low cost to start. One set at $30 is an inexpensive first look.
What they don't cover
1. No writing practice
Written expression is part of the real EduTest test, and it's the section families find hardest to prepare for at home. The official practice sets don't include it at all.
That matters because EduTest writing is unusual: one task in 15 minutes, with no separate planning or reading time. Students need to plan in their heads, write quickly and stay accurate with punctuation, grammar and spelling. That only improves with timed practice and specific feedback.
2. No timing
The real test is timed at 30 minutes per multiple-choice section. The practice sets are untimed and can be paused. Untimed practice is useful early on, but it can't tell you whether your child will finish on the day. Pace is one of the most common reasons capable students underperform.
3. Half the length
With 20 questions per practice test against 40 to 60 in the real one, the official sets don't build the stamina needed for a test that runs for over two hours. A student who's sharp for 20 questions may fade by question 45.
4. Limited explanation
The sets show which answers were right and wrong, and questions can be reviewed for 90 days. That tells you what was wrong, but a worked explanation of why is what helps a student avoid the same mistake next time.
The options compared
| Official EduTest sets | Free sample tests online | Full-length mock exams (this site) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Question style | Most authentic | Varies | EduTest format |
| Full length | No (20 questions per test) | Usually no | Yes |
| Timed | No | Sometimes | Yes, 30 minutes per section |
| Written expression | Not included | Rarely | Included, 15 minutes |
| Writing marked by a person | No | No | Yes, human-marked with rubric scores |
| Worked explanations | Answers shown | Varies | Every question |
| Skill breakdown | No | Rarely | Yes, by skill within each section |
| Cost | $30 to $65 | Free | See EduTest practice tests |
Many independent providers also sell EduTest-style question banks and mock tests. When comparing them, check four things: whether tests are full length, whether they're timed, whether written expression is included, and who marks the writing. Automated or AI-only marking can check spelling and length, but it can't judge whether a piece of writing actually works.
Why human-marked writing makes the difference
In a 15-minute task, small things decide the result: whether the opening gets straight to the point, whether ideas are developed or just listed, whether sentences are controlled under pressure. Those are judgement calls, and they're exactly what a teacher notices.
Writing on this site is marked by a human teacher, not an AI first pass. Each response comes back with:
- Comments on the writing itself, highlighting specific sentences and what to change.
- Rubric scores for ideas, structure, expression, and spelling and grammar.
- Clear next steps, so the next piece improves on one specific thing.
A sensible way to combine them
- Start with one official EduTest set to see the real question style, especially verbal and numerical reasoning.
- Sit a full-length, timed mock to get an honest starting point, including written expression.
- Use the skill breakdown and writing feedback to pick two or three things to work on.
- Practise those skills for a few weeks, writing at least one timed 15-minute piece a week.
- Sit another full mock two to four weeks before the test to check progress and pacing.
EduTest practice tests on this site
Our EduTest-format mock exams cover all five sections: verbal reasoning, numerical reasoning, reading comprehension, mathematics and written expression. They're timed like the real test, every multiple-choice question has a worked explanation, results are broken down by skill, and every writing task is marked by a human teacher.
Applying to QASMT? The Queensland Academies entrance test is run by EduTest. See our QASMT practice tests.
Our tests are independent practice materials, not official EduTest papers, and they don't predict scholarship or selection outcomes.
Frequently asked questions
Do EduTest practice tests include writing?
No. The official EduTest practice sets cover verbal reasoning, numerical reasoning, reading comprehension and mathematics. Written expression isn't included.
Are the official EduTest practice tests timed?
No. They're untimed and can be paused and resumed. The real test is timed.
How many questions are in an EduTest practice test?
Each official practice test has 20 questions, and a set of four tests has 80. The real tests have between 40 and 60 questions each.
How much do official EduTest practice tests cost?
$30 for one set, $55 for two and $65 for three. Each set is valid for 90 days.
Can my child redo an official EduTest practice test?
No. Each attempt uses a test credit, so re-running a test means buying another credit. Questions and answers can be reviewed for 90 days.
Are EduTest practice tests the same difficulty as the real test?
EduTest describes them as representative material, set at your child's year level. They're shorter and untimed, so the real test usually feels harder because of the time pressure and length.
How should my child practise EduTest writing?
Write one piece in 15 minutes, with no separate planning time, at least once a week in the lead-up. Get feedback on one specific thing each time, such as the opening or sentence control.
Get writing feedback from a real teacher. Try a free EduTest-style practice test or see the full EduTest mock exams.
Practice Tests & Exams is an independent provider and is not affiliated with EduTest or any school. Details of the official EduTest practice sets are from EduTest's website as of October 2026 and may change; check edutest.com.au for current details.
Sources and further information
Check the school or assessment provider for current arrangements.