Supporting Students Through Every Step of the School Year
Academic Key Dates & Milestones 2025
From placement testing to nationwide assessments, each school term brings important academic events and opportunities. Stay informed with key dates to help your child prepare, stay organised, and succeed throughout the year. Whether it’s exam preparation, celebrating achievements, or simply knowing what’s coming up, this calendar keeps you connected to your child’s educational journey.
| Date (Month) | Event |
|---|---|
| ALL YEAR | Reddam Cycle Testing AAS Testing – Used for placement tests for independent high schools particularly year 3, 5 and 7 intake years. Also used for gifted students and end-of-year class placements. |
| February | Term 1 commences |
| March | NAPLAN testing |
| April | Term 1 ends Term 1 holidays Term 2 commences |
| May | Selective testing, placement tests & OC testing just completed. Congratulate the kids for their dedication! |
| June | First week: Assessments and half-yearly exams (focus on prep, time management, and anxiety) End of June: Semester 1 Reports come out |
| July | Term 2 ends Term 2 holidays Term 3 commences |
| August | ICAS Testing (Grades 2–12): Writing, English, Maths, Spelling, Science, Digital Tech |
| September | RUOK Day Term 3 ends Term 3 holidays |
| October | Teachers Day Term 4 commences |
| November | Semester 2 exams and assessments |
| December | Term 4 ends Term 4 holidays Semester 2 reports come out |