NSW Selective Test Blog

Tips, guides and advice for the Selective exam — 2026 new format, NSW Official Format and Janison-style online test. Organised by topic.

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Thinking Skills 101: Solving "Who is Telling the Truth?" and Logic Puzzles

The "Brain Power" Section The Thinking Skills section is designed to be the hardest part to "study" for because it tests your raw logic. It replaced the old "General Ability" test and is much tougher. Type 1: Who is Telling the Truth? (Knights and Knaves) You will often see a question like this: Person A says: "Person B is lying." Person B says: "Person A is telling the truth." Question: If one is...

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Mathematical Reasoning Tips

Strategies and shortcuts for the maths section of the 2026 Selective test.

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Thinking Skills Tips

Logic puzzles, spatial reasoning, and critical thinking for the Selective test.

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Reading Comprehension Tips

Master multi-part questions, poetry, and cloze passages for the Reading test.

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Writing Test Tips

Essay structure, typing speed, and narrative techniques for the Writing test.

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Parents' Guide & Timelines

Key dates, reserve list, and a stress-free timeline for Selective preparation.

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Exam Strategy & Platform Hacks

Computer-based test tips and how to learn from practice tests.

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