Quick answer: St Margaret's Anglican Girls School in Ascot offers scholarships for Years 7 to 11, including Academic and Mathematics scholarships that require the ACER Scholarship Exam. For the 2028 program, applications close at midnight AEDST on Sunday 7 February 2027 and the exam is on Saturday 27 February 2027.
St Margaret's Anglican Girls School at a glance
| School type | Anglican girls' school, Pre-Prep to Year 12, boarding from Year 5 |
| Location | 11 Petrie Street, Ascot, Brisbane |
| Scholarship test | ACER |
| Entry years | Years 7 to 11 |
| 2027 exam date | Saturday 27 February 2027 |
| Applications close | Midnight AEDST, Sunday 7 February 2027 |
St Margaret's is one of the few schools with a dedicated Mathematics Scholarship. Financial need is taken into account, and preference goes to students who couldn't attend without assistance, so all applicants are encouraged to complete the Financial Assistance form. Scholarships aren't open to current students, except the Per Volar Sunata award for current Year 6 girls.
Which test does St Margaret's use?
St Margaret's uses the ACER Scholarship Exam. It's required for Academic and Mathematics scholarships, and recommended for Arts and Sports Performance applicants, whose results may be used as the academic component.
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
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications and ACER registration close | Midnight AEDST, Sunday 7 February 2027 |
| ACER exam | Saturday 27 February 2027 |
| Interview invitations | April to May 2027 |
Dates change each year and schools sometimes switch providers, so always confirm on St Margaret's's scholarship page before you register.
What else counts
- ACER exam results (applicants are shortlisted on these)
- The scholarship application form for the category
- A Financial Assistance Scholarship form (strongly recommended)
- An interview with a member of the Educational Leadership Team
- Arts: minimum AMEB grades and a portfolio; Sport: state or national level
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
Does St Margaret's have a maths scholarship?
Yes. The Mathematics Scholarship is for new students with high achievement, especially in maths, and requires the ACER exam.
When is the St Margaret's scholarship exam?
Saturday 27 February 2027. Applications close on Sunday 7 February 2027.
Is financial need considered?
Yes. Preference goes to applicants who couldn't attend without financial assistance.
Other Queensland schools
- Clayfield College
- St Aidan's Anglican Girls' School
- Brisbane Girls Grammar School
- Mount Alvernia 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 St Margaret's Anglican Girls 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.
Sources and further information
Check the school or assessment provider for current arrangements.
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