Who is Exempt from NAPLAN?
Who is Exempt from NAPLAN? Introduction The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a standardized test that is administered to students in Australia in Years 3, 5, 7, and 9. The test assesses students’ skills in reading, writing, language conventions (spelling, grammar, and punctuation), and numeracy. While NAPLAN is mandatory for all students in Years 3, 5, 7, and 9, there are some exceptions. Students who meet certain criteria may be exempt from taking NAPLAN. Exemption Criteria The following students are exempt from taking NAPLAN: Students who are enrolled in a school that is not registered with the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA). Students who are enrolled in a school that is located in a remote or isolated area and does not have access to the internet. Students who have a disability that prevents them from participating in NAPLAN. Students who are new to Australia and have not been in an Au...