Step 1: Diagnostic Assessment
Identify gaps & strengths in 4 key domains. Mock Tests.
KNOW EXACTLY WHERE YOUR CHILD STANDS ACADEMICALLY.
🎓 Stop guessing their progress. Get a precise, evidence-based assessment of their readiness for the Selective Placemet Test.
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Selective Success* (2025)
*Based on 2025 Selective Test outcomes for students in our Intensive Selective Program.
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Our Proven Four-Step Learning Method
A structured system that builds accuracy, confidence, and exam-stamina every week.
Step 2: Targeted Practice
Custom drills + weekly guidance to lift accuracy.
Step 3: Smart Revision
Develop recall, speed & exam-stamina.
Step 4: Progress Tracking
See clear score breakdowns and improvement each week.
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Why Parents Choose PEN Rockdale
What families value most about our approach.
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Weekly full-length Selective mock tests – real exam conditions.
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Focused coaching tailored to the Selective journey.
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Personalised feedback every week – no student left behind.
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Small classes for individual attention.
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Proven curriculum aligned to NSW Selective exam.
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Transparent score tracking for parents.
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Hear what our Students have to say
Real feedback from families and students at PEN Rockdale.
Cheng G.
Hi Purush, thank you for helping my daughter to get into Selective high school. Thanks for keep taking to me, providing me my daughter's progress and giving me suggestions how to help her for last 2 years. I will definitely recommend your center to all my friends.
Bhanu
Thank you, PEN Education Rockdale. Before joining PEN Education Rockdale, my kids have gone through few tutoring centers. After joining PEN Education Rockdale, I see a huge improvement on their learning, understanding and answering the questions. PEN Education Rockdale has very effective learning management system where my kids can see their weekly performance and able to review questions with step-by-step explanation. My daughter got offer in Selective School. Thank you, Purush, and PEN Education Rockdale Team.
Kay C.
Coaching from PEN (Rockdale) has been invaluable and has played a BIG part in my son securing a spot at Sydney Technical. I appreciate Purush’s guidance and support. I highly recommend these classes for extra guidance that much in 2 weeks and just before the exam. Thank you again.
Subhadra H.
PEN is very dedicated and passionate about child’s academic sucess.Congratulations for scoring successful Selective test results. “Thank you for the consistent communication and encouragement — it makes such a difference in my child’s learning.”
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🎓 Proven Results from PEN Rockdale
100% of our 2025 Selective Prep students received a Selective High School offer for Year 7 Entry in 2026
Sydney Boys High School
Multiple PEN students secured offers
St. George Girls High School
Outstanding Writing & Thinking Skills results
Hurlstone Agricultural High School
Top rankings across all four test components
Sydney Technical High School
High distinction results in Math Reasoning
Caringbah High School
Selective entry achieved with top percentile
Tempe High School
Excellent Thinking Skills & Writing performance
Auburn Girls High School
Selective entry achieved with top percentile
Macquarie Fields High School
Outstanding Writing & Thinking Skills results
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FAQ: Selective Test Preparation – PEN Rockdale
Still have questions? We’ve answered the most common things parents ask—so you can enrol with confidence.
Q1. When should my child start preparing for the Selective Test?
Most families begin Selective Test tutoring in Year 5, giving their child a full year of structured preparation before the Year 6 exam. At PEN Education Rockdale, we recommend starting weekly selective classes in Year 5 and gradually building confidence through mock exams, timed practice, and targeted feedback.
Q2. What subjects are covered in the Selective Test?
Reading – comprehension and interpretation of texts
Mathematical Reasoning – problem-solving and logical application of maths concepts
Thinking Skills – critical thinking, pattern recognition, logical reasoning
Writing – extended writing tasks assessed for structure, creativity, grammar, and clarity
Our program covers all four areas in detail, ensuring your child is fully prepared.
Mathematical Reasoning – problem-solving and logical application of maths concepts
Thinking Skills – critical thinking, pattern recognition, logical reasoning
Writing – extended writing tasks assessed for structure, creativity, grammar, and clarity
Our program covers all four areas in detail, ensuring your child is fully prepared.
Q3. How is PEN Education Rockdale different from other tutoring centres?
Small class sizes for personalised attention • A supportive, structured environment • Free trial assessment to identify strengths and weaknesses • Scholarships up to 50% off for high achievers • Ongoing feedback so parents see measurable progress.
Q4. Does my child need natural talent to pass the Selective Test?
Not at all. While the test is challenging, success comes from consistent preparation, exam strategy, and confidence. With the right support, many children improve dramatically — even if they didn’t start as “top of the class.”
Q5. How long are the Selective Test Prep classes?
Our weekly selective preparation Test run for 3 hours, broken into:
Reading (40 min)
Mathematical Reasoning (40 min)
Thinking Skills (40 min)
Writing (30 min)
This structure mirrors the real exam while allowing targeted teaching and feedback.
Reading (40 min)
Mathematical Reasoning (40 min)
Thinking Skills (40 min)
Writing (30 min)
This structure mirrors the real exam while allowing targeted teaching and feedback.
Q6. Do you run practice exams for the Selective Test?
Yes. Students regularly complete full-length mock exams under timed conditions with detailed reviews and explanations.
Q7. Where is PEN Education Rockdale located?
Level 1, 552 Princes Highway, Rockdale, NSW 2216. Convenient for families in Arncliffe, Banksia, Kogarah, Carlton, Bexley and surrounds.
Q8. How can I enrol my child?
Book the Free Trial Assessment above. We’ll recommend the most suitable program and any scholarship tier.
Q9. What are the scholarship levels?
We offer four scholarship tiers based on your child’s test results in English, Maths, and Thinking Skills.
| Assessment Score | Scholarship Award | Scholarship Title |
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| 85–100% | 50% Off Tuition Fee | 🥇 Gold Scholarship |
| 70–84% | 35% Off Tuition Fee | 🥈 Silver Scholarship |
| 50–69% | 20% Off Tuition Fee | 🥉 Bronze Scholarship |
| Below 50% | 10% Off Tuition Fee | 🎖 Participation Encouragement |
The higher your child’s score, the higher the scholarship they’ll receive.
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