NAPLAN

Every year the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) assesses the literacy and numeracy skills of students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. Learn about the NSW Education Standards Authority's (NESA) role in supporting the national program.

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Information and resources

NAPLAN key dates

Read about NAPLAN test window dates and what your school needs to do.

Preparation activities

Learn about technical preparation and practice options for NAPLAN.

Training for schools

Find details on online training options to help prepare your staff for NAPLAN.

Disability adjustments

Learn what disability adjustments are available for NAPLAN, which ones need NESA approval, and when to apply.

About NAPLAN

Learn about the areas assessed in NAPLAN.

Results and reports

Find out how NAPLAN results are measured and reported.

Information for parents or carers

Understand how to support your child during the NAPLAN test window.

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Home schooling and NAPLAN

Children registered for home schooling in NSW are invited to take part in NAPLAN. Learn more about NAPLAN and home schooling.

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Contact our NAPLAN team

Call: 1300 119 556 or +61 2 9367 8382

Email: naplan.nsw@nesa.nsw.edu.au

Contact hours: 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday

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For more information on how to contact a specific team or make a complaint, visit NESA's contact us page.

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