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At the outset, we wish to state unequivocally that we hold Abacus, Kumon and other educational institutions in the highest regard for their contributions to students’ learning and development. This article is in no way intended to criticise, belittle or undermine these programs or the valuable work undertaken by the educators associated with them. We

Selective Entry Exam 2026: Reporting of Results In a previous article, we discussed the numerous changes that have reshaped Victoria’s Selective Entry High School examination in recent years. Since ACER replaced Edutest as the testing authority, parents and students have witnessed a series of significant changes, including alterations to the examination format, writing requirements, school

Important Information for Parents and Students Scholarship Examinations, SEAL Programs and Other Accelerated Learning Programs The Melbourne Tutorials Scholars Program is designed for Grade 5 /6 students who are preparing for a range of competitive academic opportunities offered by schools across Victoria. These opportunities may include: Academic scholarship examinations Select Entry Accelerated Learning programs, commonly

Victoria’s Selective Entry Exams: Are Students Facing a Moving Target? Victoria’s selective entry school system has long been seen as a pathway for academically capable students to access challenging and enriching educational opportunities. For many families, the selective entry exam represents a serious and high-stakes process, requiring months or even years of preparation. However, recent

The Victorian Selective Entry High School examination, administered by ACER for Year 9 entry in 2027, now uses a revised structure. The exam is organised into three components: Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning (60 minutes), Reading and Verbal Reasoning (55 minutes), and Writing (40 minutes). ACER states that the full exam process takes about four hours, including registration,

Many parents proudly say that their child has always been strong in mathematics. In the primary years, especially in Grades 4 and 5, some children clearly display mathematics as a strength area. They are quick to grasp concepts, complete classwork with ease, and often appear confident with numbers. They may perform well in school assessments

A calm, respectful, and balanced partnership between parents, teachers, and students helps children adjust, grow in confidence, and become independent learners. At Melbourne Tutorials, we often observe that newly joined students require some time to adjust to a new and more intensive learning environment. Many children may have been doing well at school or at

Understanding Motivation in Selective Entry Preparation At Melbourne Tutorials, we work closely with many students who aspire to gain entry into selective schools. Selective entry preparation requires commitment, persistence, and a genuine willingness to challenge oneself academically. Many students approach this journey with enthusiasm and determination. However, within every cohort, we occasionally observe a small

Selective Entry exams reward students who can understand language quickly, think clearly, and express ideas accurately. One of the simplest and most powerful habits a student can build is keeping a word book (vocabulary book). It becomes a personal dictionary of new words, meanings, synonyms, antonyms, and real examples — and over time, it turns