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NAPLAN Practice for Years 3, 5, 7 and 9

Choose your year, then choose a section. Free NAPLAN-style practice with instant feedback in Numeracy, Reading, Spelling and Grammar.

1Choose a year

2Choose a section

Practice is set for Year 3.

What is NAPLAN?

NAPLAN is the National Assessment Program, Literacy and Numeracy. It is an annual assessment for Australian students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9, run by ACARA (the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority). It checks key skills in reading, writing, spelling, grammar and punctuation, and numeracy, and is taken online at school.

NAPLAN is a national school assessment. It is not a selective-entry or scholarship exam, so practice is best used to build confidence with the skills students are already learning.

Test dates, format and timing can change each year. Check ACARA’s official key dates page for the latest information.

What is tested?

NumeracyNumber and algebra, measurement and geometry, and statistics and probability.
ReadingUnderstanding stories, information texts and persuasive texts.
SpellingFinding spelling mistakes and spelling words correctly.
Grammar and punctuationUsing words, sentences and punctuation correctly.

These practice pages cover Reading, Numeracy, Spelling, and Grammar and punctuation.

Which year levels take NAPLAN?

Year 3Early foundations in reading, writing and number.
Year 5Longer texts, multi-step problems and growing accuracy.
Year 7More demanding texts, inference and algebra.
Year 9Complex arguments, advanced language and reasoning.

Quick tips for families

  1. 1Pick the correct year first, then work through one section at a time.
  2. 2Keep sessions short. Ten to twenty minutes a few times a week works well.
  3. 3Talk through every red answer and ask your child to explain the correct one.
  4. 4Practise all four sections, not just the favourite one.
  5. 5Keep it relaxed. Practice should build confidence, not stress.

Frequently asked questions

When is NAPLAN held?

NAPLAN is held in March each year as an online test. Each school sets its own test days within the national window, so check ACARA’s key dates and ask your school.

Is NAPLAN compulsory?

NAPLAN is for enrolled students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. Parents who wish to withdraw their child should speak to their school.

How is NAPLAN scored?

Results are reported on a proficiency scale with four levels: Exceeding, Strong, Developing and Needs Additional Support.

Is this practice free?

Yes. These practice pages are free to use, with instant feedback after every question and no sign-up needed.

NAPLAN® is a registered trademark of ACARA. These practice pages are written independently and are not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by ACARA.