Free QLD Selective (HAST) Practice
Free practice for the QLD Selective HAST — the ACER-administered exam used by Brisbane State High and 100+ schools. Covers Abstract Reasoning, Mathematical Reasoning, Reading, and Written Expression. No signup.
The Higher Ability Selection Test (HAST) is administered by ACER and used by Brisbane State High School and 100+ selective and independent schools across Australia for academically selective entry. Year 5 students can sit HAST-P for conditional entry; Year 6 students sit HAST Secondary.
Quick facts
| Who takes it | Year 6 students |
| When | February to March — administered by ACER |
| Format | Abstract Reasoning · Mathematical Reasoning · Reading Comprehension · Written Expression |
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Common questions
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What schools use HAST?
Brisbane State High School (Year 7 entry via HAST-P in Year 5 or HAST Secondary in Year 6) is the most well-known, but HAST is used by 100+ selective and independent schools across NSW, Victoria, Queensland, SA, and WA.
Is HAST curriculum-based?
No. HAST measures cognitive ability across abstract reasoning, mathematical reasoning, reading comprehension, and written expression — not curriculum recall. ACER designs HAST to identify academic potential rather than test taught content.
When do offers come out?
Test results and school placement offers are typically released in the second half of the year, with most schools confirming places by Term 4 of the year before entry.
Is Skillo really free?
Yes. Skillo is completely free for all Australian students — no subscription, no credit card, no hidden paywall. No free trial that converts to paid.
Does my child need an account?
No. Skillo doesn't require an account to practise. Open any page and start immediately — no email, no registration.
Does Skillo collect any personal information?
No. Skillo is built to require zero personal information. No name, no email, no date of birth is collected from students.
Is Skillo affiliated with QLD Selective (HAST)?
Skillo's Queensland Selective and HAST-style practice is authored independently. The Higher Ability Selection Test (HAST) is administered by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). Skillo is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by ACER, Brisbane State High School, or the Department of Education (QLD).
About this practice
Skillo's Queensland Selective and HAST-style practice is authored independently. The Higher Ability Selection Test (HAST) is administered by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). Skillo is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by ACER, Brisbane State High School, or the Department of Education (QLD).