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How to Motivate Your Child to Study for OC and Selective
This blog explores how to motivate your child for the OC or Selective exam.
How to Help Your Child Improve at Gap Text Reading Questions
This blog explores how to help your child improve at gap text reading questions.
The 3 Stages of OC and Selective Preparation Every Parent Should Know
This blog explores the 3 Stages of OC and Selective preparation every parent should know.
NSW Top 100 Public Primary Schools for 2026: Academic Rankings and Opportunity Class Pathways Explained
This blog explores the Top 100 Public Primary Schools for 2026. It explores that ranking, what it measures, and how it can serve as a useful reference point for families navigating primary school decisions, including those considering the OC pathway.
Reading: Analysing Different Text Types
Reading Comprehension has always been a topic students have struggled with in the OC and Selective Test. Read our top tips on how to analyse different text types to improve your reading comprehension skills.
The Biggest Changes for the 2026 Selective and OC Exams - A Parent’s Guide
This blog explores the key changes you should know to support your child in their Selective/OC journey.
Summer Holiday Exam Preparation Guide
The summer holiday is the longest break of the year. Here’s how you can help your child make the most of it.
2025 OC Test Results for Alpha One Students
A big congratulations to our 2025 OC cohort on their amazing results! Find out more about our success rate here.
Outstanding 2025 Selective Test Results for Alpha One Students
A big congratulations to our 2025 Selective cohort on their amazing results! Find out more about our success rate here.
Writing 101: A guide to Selective Test writing text types
Tackle all text types with ease and ace the Writing section of the Selective Test with this guide! Read our blog for how to structure all commonly tested text types as well as tips to improve your writing.
2024 - Alpha One’s Year in Review
What a transformative year for Alpha One! From impressive student achievements to new branches and exciting digital transitions, here’s a look back at the highlights that made this year unforgettable.
Summer Reads to Expand your Horizons (Yr 3-6 Edition)
Stuck at home over the summer break? There is no better time to delve into the wonderful world of books than right now! How many of our recommended books have you read?
Understanding the New Subject Weightings in the 2025 Selective Test
In 2025, every section in the Selective Test will carry equal weight, making it crucial for students to perform well in each subject. Learn how this impacts study planning and how Alpha One’s courses can support your child’s preparation.
Alpha One Students Achieve Outstanding 2024 Selective Test Results
A big congratulations to our 2024 Selective cohort on their amazing results! Find out more about our success rate here.
Unlock Your Child’s Potential with Alpha One’s Writing Feedback Tool
Writing doesn’t have to be hard. With Alpha One’s AI Writing Feedback Tool, your child can get quick and clear feedback to improve their writing. Ready to help your child write better? Check out our guide and start seeing progress today!
4 Common Mistakes Students make and how to Fix Them
Mistakes can greatly cost students in an exam but prior to the test, they can be used as a great learning tool. Read about the 4 most common ways students lose marks in the OC and Selective Test as well as how to prevent these so your child can reach their full potential.
How to Choose the Right OC or Selective School
Choosing an OC or Selective School for your child can be a difficult decision to make - so we’ve covered the most important factors you need to consider to make the right choice for your child’s future.
Top 3 Tips to Improve Writing
Struggling to improve your writing? Read our top tips on how to transform your writing from average to amazing.
Trial Tests - Are they Useful?
We are often asked whether or not it is necessary for students to attend trial test classes to improve test marks. Senior tutor Alex Lu gives us his thoughts on this topic based on his extensive teaching experience.