Global Tertiary Pathways
Students at The King's School continually achieve high academic results ensuring entry to many commendable universities and tertiary institutions both in Australia and abroad.
As an increasing number of students are now attending universities and colleges internationally, we aim to support students who seek these opportunities to further their studies overseas.
As such, The King's School hosts testing days for both current students and those externally, as they look to pursue further education abroad.
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SAT
SATs scores are used by students applying for Colleges and Universities in the USA. The SAT exams are usually sat by Australian students in Year 10-12 and can be taken on average 3 times. The SAT is digital and covers Reading, Writing and Language and Maths.
The King’s School is now an accredited international test centre in Australia for the US College Board. Tests are conducted on four Saturday mornings throughout the year in the Centre for Learning and Leadership (CLL) on the senior campus.
Testing commences at 8.00am (please plan to arrive no later than 7:30am for pre-test registration); testing concludes at approximately 11.00am. Late arrivals will not be admitted once testing has commenced.
SAT test dates for Semester 2 2024 academic year are as follows:
- November 2
- December 7
SAT test dates for Semester 1 2025 academic year are as follows:
- March 8
- May 3
Students wishing to take the SAT are first required to open a student account with the US College Board. Students are then able to register to take the SAT on their preferred testing date, noting that registration is made directly via College Board. The SAT Test Centre Number for The King’s School is 87966. All changes also need to be made with College Board prior to the cutoff dates for each administration.
Testing format is via Bluebook Digital Testing. All test takers are advised they must bring their own devices for use on test day. Please refer to U.S. College Board for specifics.
Test Day
Parking or drop off to access the testing venue is best accessed by the main School entrance at Russell Road. Testing for the SAT is administered in the Centre for Learning and Leadership (CLL) listed in red as Number 1 on the map below. Students can be dropped off at Reception and walk through the Parade Ground to the CLL (signage will assist you on the day). Cars must move immediately from the reception drop off location, as we will have buses in use for Saturday sport. Longer term parking is located at Number 2 on the map below.
On the day, please ensure you have the following ready:
- Laptop
- Please refer to U.S. College Board for specifics
- All applications need to be closed and computer restarted
- Laptop Charger
- There are electrical cables and power boards available in the exam room
- Approved calculator
- Check the list for approved calculators prior to entry (All Australian Year 12 State exam approved scientific calculators not on the College Board list WILL be accepted)
- All snacks and water
- Photo ID – Physical copy of one of the following:
- Australian Drivers Licence/Official Proof of Age Cards
- Australian/International Passport
- School ID – must have recent photo, name and birthdate
- Photo ID – digital copy of the following only
- Service NSW app for NSW drivers licence
- Bags will be left outside
- Phones, wallets etc can be place on the table inside prior to entering the exam room
For any further questions, please contact Ms Kathryn Fraser at globalexams@kings.edu.au
SAT Suite (PSAT8/9, PSAT10, PSAT/NMSQT)
The King’s School is also offering the SAT Suite of exams which includes (PSAT8/9, PSAT10 and PSAT/NMSQT).
The PSAT 8/9 and PSAT10 are exams students can take prior to the SAT. Both exams are optional and the results provide insight to assist students to prepare for the SATs. They are completed digitally in March and like the SAT, they cover Reading, Writing and Language and Maths. Usually, Year 9 students would complete the PSAT 8/9 and Year 10/Year 11 will complete the PSAT 10. They are both the same length of time and cost.
Additionally, Year 11 students who hold U.S. citizenship are automatically assessed for eligibility into the National Merit Scholarship Program via the PSAT/NMSQT offered in October, an academic program which recognises and qualifies students for scholarships in the United States. Students who are not U.S citizens will not be considered for NMSQT eligibility, however, will receive full PSAT10 score reports, should they choose to test in October.
Please note US College Board stipulates students in Year 10 and/or Year 11 are only permitted to take the PSAT10 or PSAT/NMSQT a single time in any calendar year, either April or October.
Students interested in taking either the PSAT 8/9, PSAT10 and/or the PSAT/NMSQT Test are asked to contact Kathryn Fraser at globalexams@kings.edu.au prior to February 1 to ensure timely registration is completed. All further details regarding costs, registration and test day information will be provided to students directly.
Test Day
Parking or drop off to access the testing venue is best accessed by the main School entrance at Russell Road. Testing for the PSAT is administered in the Thomas Memorial Pavilion listed in red as Number 1 on the map below. Students can be dropped off at the Pavilion and there is short term parking along the road close by. Longer term parking is located at Number 2 on the map below.
On the day, please ensure you have the following ready:
- Laptop
- Please refer to U.S. College Board for specifics
- All applications need to be closed and computer restarted
- Laptop Charger
- There are electrical cables and power boards available in the exam room
- Approved calculator
- Check the list for approved calculators prior to entry (All Australian Year 12 State exam approved scientific calculators not on the College Board list WILL be accepted)
- All snacks and water
- Photo ID – Physical copy of one of the following:
- Australian Drivers Licence/Official Proof of Age Cards
- Australian/International Passport
- School ID – must have recent photo, name and birthdate
- Photo ID – digital copy of the following only
- Service NSW app for NSW drivers licence
- Bags will be left outside
- Phones, wallets etc can be place on the table inside prior to entering the exam room
For any further questions, please contact Ms Kathryn Fraser at globalexams@kings.edu.au
Advance Placement (AP) Exams
AP exams are a valuable opportunity for students to showcase their academic capabilities and time management skills, while also potentially earning college credits. These exams are equivalent to entry-level college courses and can set an application apart by demonstrating a commitment to academic excellence.
AP exams are conducted at The King’s School inline with the US College Board schedule. This is held over two weeks from May 5-16 in 2025. All exams will start at either 8.30am or 12.30pm, please refer to the College Board website for specific examination dates. Students may complete multiple exams during this period.
Students interested in taking any AP exams are asked to complete their registration at the following link https://events.humanitix.com/2025-advanced-placement-ap-exams-at-the-kings-school
All further details regarding costs, registration and test day information will be provided to students.
All registrations will close on 10 November 2024.
Please contact Kathryn Fraser at globalexams@kings.edu.au for any further questions.
Oxford and Cambridge Admission Tests
The majority of applicants for Oxford and Cambridge are required to sit one of the many admissions tests used by the universities to determine if a place is offered for a specific degree. Not all courses have admission tests and students can check test requirements for their desired course.
In 2025, all Oxford and Cambridge Admission Tests are being held in conjunction with Pearson Vue testing centres and students book directly with them and choose a test centre convenient to them.
Registrations for Cambridge and Imperial College in particular the ESAT and TMUA for selected courses in Engineering, Physics, Natural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine will open on August 1 and closes on 16 September, 2024. For these tests use https://esat-tmua.ac.uk/register all Cambridge applicants must choose October dates. For the updated information regarding testing for Cambridge please use https://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/apply/how/admission-tests
Registrations for Oxford will open on August 15 and closes on October 4, 2024. For updated information regarding the testing for Oxford please use https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate/applying-to-oxford/guide/admissions-tests
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