OC Test Preparation Program
Everything your child needs for the OC test — one complete program, small classes, real exam practice.
The Program at a Glance
One program. Every component of the OC test.
The Growth Academy OC Prep program is a complete preparation system for the Opportunity Class test — covering all three tested sections (Thinking Skills, Mathematical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension) plus the writing foundations that set your child up for Selective preparation in Years 5–6.
🔍 A diagnostic start
We find out exactly where your child stands before we plan a single lesson.
👥 Weekly small-group classes
Capped at 8 students, where every child gets real attention.
⏱️ Full-length mock tests
Under live exam conditions, with detailed performance reports.
📣 Direct parent feedback
After every lesson — you’re never in the dark about progress.
Your child’s path through the program
Book a risk-free trial
Your child attends a full class matched to their year level — at the standard per-session rate, no enrolment fee, no lock-in. If it’s not the right fit, let us know before the next session and you’re done.
Diagnostic + personalised plan
We assess your child’s strengths and gaps across Reading, Mathematical Reasoning and Thinking Skills, then build a targeted learning plan for the term.
Weekly 2-hour classes
Structured lessons that build skills and test them in the same session — every week, no gaps, no wasted time.
Mock tests + progress reports
Full-length OC-style tests under timed conditions, followed by detailed review and a personal performance report — so you always know where your child stands.
The 10-week guarantee
Complete the term, attend all lessons, and if there’s no measurable improvement, we refund the term fee.
What happens in every 2-hour class
| Segment | Time | What your child actually does |
|---|---|---|
| Homework Review | 10 min | One-on-one help with last week’s practice work. Every mistake is caught and corrected on the spot. |
| Reading Comprehension | 30 min | Master literal, inferential and evaluative comprehension. Learn advanced techniques for gap-text, vocabulary-in-context and the tricky “implied meaning” questions. New vocabulary words every week. |
| Mathematical Reasoning | 40 min | Core maths foundations (decimals, fractions, unit conversions) followed by the topic of the week — harder OC-style mathematical theory and application, exactly how the real test frames it. |
| Thinking Skills | 20 min | Logic puzzles, pattern recognition, deductive reasoning. Critical thinking questions focused on speed and accuracy — the two things that separate OC offers from near-misses. |
| Writing Foundations | 20 min | Structured writing skills that build strong foundations for Selective preparation — text types, structure and expression, with personalised weekly feedback. |
Total: 2 hours — every child gets attention in every segment, because the class simply isn’t big enough for anyone to get lost.
The full OC Prep curriculum, subject by subject
🧠 Thinking Skills
- Pattern recognition — visual and numerical sequences
- Logic puzzles and deductive reasoning
- Analogies (“A is to B as C is to ?”)
- Venn diagram and classification questions
- True / false / unknown reasoning
- Speed and accuracy drills under timed conditions
🧮 Mathematical Reasoning
- Multi-step problem solving and word problems
- Number sense, fractions, ratios and proportions
- Measurement and unit conversions
- Data interpretation from tables, charts and graphs
- Geometry and spatial reasoning
- OC-style application — maths in unfamiliar contexts
📖 Reading Comprehension
- Literal, inferential and evaluative understanding
- Fiction and non-fiction passage analysis (150–400 words)
- Vocabulary in context and word roots
- Identifying main ideas, supporting details and author’s purpose
- Gap-text and “implied meaning” question techniques
✍️ Writing Foundations
- Text types and structure (narrative and persuasive foundations)
- Building hooks, structure and expression
- Personalised weekly writing feedback — marked to exam standards
Exam strategy is taught, not assumed: every section of the real OC test is timed separately with no penalty for incorrect answers — so we drill the winning strategy into every student: move on from hard questions, return if time permits, and always attempt every question.
Practice that mirrors test day
Live exam conditions
Full-length OC-style mock tests under live, timed conditions — the same computer-based format your child will face in July.
Detailed performance reports
Personal analytics after every mock test — you see exactly which question types need work.
Test-ready by test day
A structured timeline mapped to the OC test cycle — skills build week by week so your child is ready when it counts.
Included resources & support
Simple, transparent pricing
From $59 per session
Full 10-week program
Genuine attention in every session
The 10-Week Results Guarantee: Complete the term, attend all lessons, and if your child doesn’t demonstrate measurable improvement, we refund the term fee. That’s how confident we are in the program.
Early bird: 10% off first term when you enrol before Term 4 starts · Ask about sibling and multi-course discounts
Bella Vista’s specialist OC test prep centre — built for results
Years of OC & Selective prep experience
Students tutored since 2010
Google rating from real local families
Max students per class — genuine attention
Small classes, real attention
We cap every class at 8 students, so every mistake is caught, every question answered, every week.
Curriculum that tracks the real test
Our proprietary materials are updated after every OC and Selective test, and focus exclusively on the three test sections.
Personalised learning plans
We pinpoint your child’s exact gaps and target them. No wasted time on what they already know.
Right in the Hills
224/14-16 Lexington Dr, Bella Vista. A purpose-built learning environment in the heart of the Hills District.
Built by educators
Founded by Waseem and Usman Khan: 15+ years of combined teaching, top HSC results, and a genuine belief that small-group teaching gets results.
Frequently asked questions
When should my child start OC preparation?
We recommend beginning 6–12 months before the test date. Building thinking skills takes consistent practice over months, not weeks — and starting early reduces stress and builds genuine confidence.
What does the OC Prep program cover?
The program is built specifically around the three OC test sections — Thinking Skills, Mathematical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension — through structured weekly lessons, plus a writing foundation that sets your child up for Selective preparation in Years 5–6.
What happens in the risk-free trial?
Your child attends a full class matched to their year level — one complete lesson at the standard per-session rate, no enrolment fee and no lock-in contract. If it’s not the right fit, simply let us know before the next session and you’re done.
How do I know my child is actually improving?
Three ways: personalised weekly writing feedback, direct parent feedback after every lesson, and performance reports after every mock test. You’ll never be in the dark about how your child is tracking.
What if my child misses a class?
Our personalised learning plans target your child’s specific gaps, and we catch them up in the next session. You’ll always know where they stand through our parent feedback.
How are OC placement offers decided?
Students are ranked by test performance, and offers are made to the highest-ranked applicants based on their listed school preferences, with catchment priority and equity considerations factored in. There is no fixed pass mark — it varies by school and year. See our OC Placement Guide → for the full breakdown.
Give your child their best shot at OC
Every term, spots fill fast — and we cap classes at 8 for a reason. Book a risk-free trial today and see the Growth Academy difference for yourself.
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