NAPLAN 2026 – Senior School Information

In March 2026, the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) will be completed by students in Year 3, Year 5, Year 7 and Year 9 in all Australian schools. NAPLAN assesses the literacy and numeracy learning of students and has the support of all State and Territory Education Ministers.

The results of the tests provide important information to schools about what each student can do and is used to support teaching and learning programs. Parents will also receive a report indicating their child’s level of achievement.

Background information (student name, gender, date of birth, language background and Aboriginality) will be collected as part of the National Assessment Program. This information is treated confidentially and held securely to ensure that every student’s right to privacy is maintained.

The tests will be conducted across Australia for all students on Wednesday 11 March to Monday 23 March 2026.

• MLC School has scheduled the tests for Year 7 and Year 9 on Wednesday 11 March and Thursday 12 March 2026.

Excessive preparation for NAPLAN is not recommended. Students can use the public demonstration site here to familiarise themselves with the types of questions and tools available in NAPLAN.

Students may be considered for exemption from the tests if they are newly arrived in Australia (less than one year before the test) and with a language background other than English, or if they have significant intellectual and/or functional disability. All other students are expected to participate in the tests.

Special provisions and exemption from the tests must be discussed with Stephanie Dimitrelis, the School’s Director of Learning Enhancement.

This is a matter for consideration by parents and carers in consultation with the Head of Learning and Teaching, Melissa McMahon. If you wish to withdraw your child from the tests, you must sign a parent or carer consent form. Consent forms are available at the School.

Further information about NAPLAN 2026 can be found using the below links:

• NAPLAN – Information for parents and carers
• Supporting your child during NAPLAN

– Elizabeth Gilberthorpe
Acting Director of Studies – Year 7 to Year 10