ICAS
International Competitions And Assessments-ICAS
ICAS recognises and rewards student achievement in areas such as English, Maths, Science, Spelling, Writing and Digital Technologies. The series of tests are designed to match and test skills that are learned in the school classroom.
- Top 1% of students receive a High Distinction
- The next 10% of students receive a Distinction
- The following 25% of students receive a Credit
- All other students receive a Participation Certificate
Benefits
- ICAS is a test that is used by schools and teachers to better understand what each student can and can’t do at a given point in time and to help track student progress from year to year.
- Additionally, it helps the child to understand the competitive testing and working under time constraints.
- ICAS provides a reporting system that is easy to use and gives the opportunity for parents to view their child’s individual results. This gives them insights into how their children are performing compared to their peers, locally, nationally and globally.
- All other students receive a Participation Certificate
For many children, taking ICAS exams can be a daunting experience. ICAS testing begins at Year 2. For many children at this age, it may be the first big examination they sit. Going into an exam under the spell of anxiety can hinder student performance, resulting in unsatisfactory results. At Melbourne Tutorials, we strive to ensure that children have a strong foundation in literacy and numeracy. We work on the specific areas of reading comprehension, spelling, grammar, verbal reasoning, numerical reasoning and writing( argumentative and narrative). The students also learn to work under time constraints by using various time-saving and mental strategies.
We do not run separate ICAS classes. Our learning model is the Selective Entry model, which helps students in various exams, including for NAPLAN, ICAS, SEAL and various accelerated programs.
The Selective Entry model at Melbourne Tutorials is designed to provide an all-encompassing learning experience. It prepares students for the Selective Entry exam and equips them with the robust academic skills and strategies needed for success in various competitions and educational settings.
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