About AEAS 
The AEAS Test is your child’s passport to studying in top quality Australian schools
For almost 40 years, AEAS has been the leading provider of high quality assessment services for international school students and the Australian schools that enrol them.
The AEAS Test Report can be used by school students to fast track their application to over 300 Australian schools, including the seven excellent member schools of the Australian Schools Alliance Vietnam.
The AEAS Test is trusted by Australian schools to provide them with highly accurate information about students applying to their school. The recommendations made in the AEAS Test Report are accurate and rely on 35+ years of data and observations.
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The AEAS Test is a written exam, conducted in person. It takes approximately 3.5 hours from start to finish. Regular testing is scheduled in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, and individual arrangements can be made for Vietnamese students located in other parts of Vietnam.
The AEAS Test includes:
- English language ability (Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Listening and Speaking)
- non-verbal general ability (no English language involved); and
- mathematical reasoning
Students sit the specific AEAS Test for the year level they wish to enter in their Australian school:
- Years 4-6;
- Years 7-9; and
- Years 10-12
Our examiners take great care to ensure that students sit tests which are are age and level appropriate, and it is important to understand that there is no pass or fail when taking the AEAS Test – the results are a point-in-time assessment of your child’s abilities. This information is presented and explained in the three-page, individualised AEAS Test Report which considers a student’s AEAS test results, school reports, observations from testing and a range of other information to provide a personalised recommendation for each student.
All of the members of the Australian Schools Alliance Vietnam require students applying to their schools to sit the AEAS Test as a mandatory component of their admission procedures.
The AEAS Test is designed specifically to examine the skills and abilities of school-aged students, and provides a more accurate result than other common English tests (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, PTE) which are created for adult learners and therefore cover topics and skills which are too difficult for younger students.
Having an AEAS Test Report can help your child’s application stand out from the crowd. Don’t wait to be asked by schools to provide additional information and supporting documents!
The AEAS Report helps you to plan your child’s best entry point and determine likely English and High School Preparation requirements, timelines and costs in advance. The AEAS Test Report can inform planning to ensure there are no surprises when it comes time to prepare for school commencement.
Taking an AEAS Test will provide you with accurate and trusted results, which can sometimes mean a reduced ELICOS requirement or even direct entry into top schools. Taking an AEAS Test can also potentially save families thousands of dollars in unnecessary weeks of ELICOS (intensive English language course), or help to better understand areas for improvement and attention before commencement in their Australian school.
Ultimately, the AEAS Test Report will help you and your child plan and prepare.
- Select the country and then click REGISTER FOR TESTING
- Choose your preferred location and test date, fill out the registration form and make payment.
- If you are supported by an education agent, ensure you include their details in the test registration form so that these can be included on the AEAS Test Report which is sent to schools.
- You may also choose to nominate the schools to which you wish to apply, including ASA members. AEAS will also directly send a copy of your child’s AEAS Test Report to any schools nominated during the registration process.
How can my child prepare for their AEAS Test?
1. AEAS Preparation Courses
The Official AEAS Test Preparation Course is specifically designed to assist students in preparing for the AEAS test itself. The course focuses on actively developing a student’s English language ability across the skills of reading, comprehension, vocabulary, writing, listening and speaking. It also includes review modules and feedback on each of the five components of the English language test.
The AEAS School Preparation Course is designed to assist students to make a successful and smooth transition into life and learning in their Australian classroom. This course focuses on the development of a broad range of skills and knowledge to assist students to adapt to the Australian education system. Students will improve their English language skills while also developing independent study skills that will enable their long term success in Australia.
2. AEAS Practice Tests
AEAS practice tests help students to understand their current proficiency and identify areas for improvement. By taking practice tests, students become familiar with the test format, time constraints, and question styles. The results of practice tests help students to pinpoint their strengths and weaknesses, enabling them to focus their efforts on areas that require more attention.
AEAS Online Practice Tests
AEAS Online Practice Tests are a convenient and accessible way for students to familiarise themselves with the format, content, and time constraints of the AEAS Test.
AEAS Online Practice Tests replicate the structure of the English-language components of the actual AEAS test, and can provide students with a quick indication of their current abilities.
This feedback helps students focus their efforts on specific skills and concepts, allowing for targeted study and preparation.
AEAS Practice Test Booklets
AEAS Practice Test booklets serve as a valuable, hard-copy resource for self-study and revision. As the AEAS Test is a handwritten test, many students prefer the experience of preparing by using the AEAS Practice Test Booklets.
Students can work through the practice questions at their own pace, review the solutions and explanations provided, and consolidate their understanding of key concepts and skills. The booklets can be used throughout the preparation process, enabling students to track their progress and improvement over time.
Do you have any questions about AEAS Testing?
Our friendly team are here to help you.
For any questions about AEAS Testing for Vietnamese students, please contact Phuong Nguyen the ASA Vietnam In-Country Representative at [email protected].
You can also contact AEAS directly at [email protected] or on +61 3 9645 0077 during Australian business hours.
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