All Saints Anglican School scholarships: the ACER test and how to apply

Quick answer: All Saints Anglican School in Merrimac on the Gold Coast offers Academic, Music and General Excellence scholarships for students entering Years 7, 10 and 11. Awards are based on the ACER Scholarship Test, a resume and an interview. Applications for 2028 scholarships open in November 2026.

All Saints Anglican School at a glance

Unlike many schools, All Saints lets its own students apply. Music applicants need at least AMEB Grade 4 (or equivalent) for Year 7 and Grade 5 for Years 10 and 11, and audition live on exam day if shortlisted.

Which test does All Saints use?

All Saints uses the ACER Scholarship Test. Year 7 applicants sit Level 1.

The ACER scholarship test is set by the Australian Council for Educational Research. Year 7 and 8 entry uses Level 1, with Written Expression (two 25-minute tasks), Humanities (about 40 to 45 multiple-choice questions in 40 minutes) and Mathematics (about 32 to 36 questions in 40 minutes). Primary entry (Years 4 to 6) uses Level P, with Reading and Viewing, Mathematics and Writing. Later secondary entry uses Levels 2 and 3.

Many Queensland schools use ACER's cooperative sitting, where your child sits the test once and the results go to each school you've registered with. For 2028 entry, the cooperative sitting is on Saturday 27 February 2027, with registrations closing on Sunday 7 February 2027.

More on this test: The ACER scholarship test explained · Which ACER level your child sits

Key dates for 2028 entry

Dates change each year and schools sometimes switch providers, so always confirm on All Saints's scholarship page before you register.

What else counts

• ACER Scholarship Test results
• A resume and the last two school reports
• An interview with the Principal or a delegate
• Music: video audition, then a live audition for shortlisted students

How to prepare

• Start about three months out. For a February test, that means November.
• Sit one full timed practice test in the right format to find the weakest section.
• Practise writing under time, with feedback on one thing at a time. Writing is the section families find hardest to judge at home.
• Build reading stamina with a mix of fiction, non-fiction and poetry, and talk about what writers imply, not just what happens.
• Keep the last week light. Familiarity and rest matter more than cramming.

Practice for the ACER scholarship test

Our ACER Level 1 practice tests are designed for Year 7 entry, with Humanities, Mathematics and Written Expression. Check the product page for the available mocks and writing-marking options.

These are independent practice materials, not official test papers, and they don't predict scholarship outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

Which years can apply for an All Saints scholarship?

Students entering Years 7, 10 and 11.

Can current All Saints students apply?

Yes. Scholarships are open to external applicants and current students.

What music standard is needed?

At least AMEB Grade 4 for Year 7, and Grade 5 for Years 10 and 11.

Other Queensland schools

• A.B. Paterson College
• The Southport School
• Emmanuel College
• Coomera Anglican College

See which test every Queensland school uses in our Queensland school scholarships guide.

Practice Tests & Exams is an independent provider and is not affiliated with All Saints Anglican School, ACER, EduTest or AAS. Details are from the school, the test providers and published sources as of 27 October 2026. Always check the school's own website for current dates and conditions.