Parents, Guardians and Students are encouraged to read the information available on this page, which details the process of the 2025 GAT (General Achievement Test) and arrangements for those not required to sit it on Tuesday 17th of June.
Year 10 students, attendance is compulsory and classes will run.VCAA GAT 2025 – Information for Students
| Who? | What? | Where? |
|---|---|---|
| Year 12 Students | GAT | WSSC Stadium |
| Year 11 Students – Studying a Unit 3/4 class | GAT | WSSC Stadium |
| Year 10 Students | Class attendance compulsory | WSSC |
GAT Times
The GAT is split in to two sections:
- Section A: 9:00am – 11:15am
- Section B: 1:15pm – 3:00pm
WHO SITS THE GAT?
Section A Only
Students enrolled in VCE Vocational Major (VM) Unit 3/4 who are not enrolled in any VCE or scored VCE VET Unit 3/4 subjects.
Both Sections A and B
Students enrolled in one or more VCE or scored VCE VET Unit 3.
WHAT IS THE GAT?
The General Achievement Test (GAT) is a pen-and-paper test of general knowledge and skills taken by students in the course of completing their senior secondary studies.
The GAT plays an important role in the quality assurance of VCE assessments and also provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate they meet the Victorian Literacy and Numeracy Standards expected at a senior secondary level.
No special study is needed. Past study of subjects like English, Mathematics, Science and History prepares students for the GAT by building their general knowledge and skills in writing, numeracy and reasoning.
Other key points for students/parents
- Students must have their student card for ID and student number purposes. This will not be available to collect from the front office on GAT day.
- Students must check the seating plan prior to Tuesday 17th of June
- Read through the attached document – pay close attention to the ‘Rules’ Section
- Only water in a clear bottle is approved
- NO phones, Smart watches or any other devices permitted into the GAT
- Any pens, pencils need to be stored in a clear zip lock bag – No pencil cases.