Maths
Number, algebra, geometry and statistics.
- Number knowledge
- Problem solving
- Measurement and data
How we prepareTargeted lessons for the strands flagged in your child's PAT report.
Years 3 to 10
Online PAT Support for New Zealand Students
Live online maths and reading tutoring that builds the skills the Progressive Achievement Tests check. We use your child's PAT report to target what to teach next.
What PAT Measures
PAT shows how your child is progressing against New Zealand norms.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding texts and making inferences.
- Finding information
- Inference
- Author's purpose
How we prepareReading practice pitched just above your child's current level.
Reading Vocabulary
Understanding word meaning.
- Word meaning in context
- Synonyms and antonyms
- Word parts
How we prepareShort, regular vocabulary practice, so new words stick.
What to Focus on by Year Band
Pick a year band and try a question.
Years 3 to 6
Build foundations in number and reading.
- Number facts
- Reading for meaning
- Word meaning in context
Try a sample question
What is 8 × 6?
The correct answer is C (48).
Years 7 to 10
Work towards fractions, ratios, algebra and longer texts.
- Fractions, ratios and algebra
- Reading between the lines
- Grammar and punctuation
Try a sample question
What is 3/4 of 40?
The correct answer is C (30).
Understanding PAT Results
PAT reports several scores. Your child's school can explain which ones they use.
See Where Your Child Sits- Scale ScoreA score on a scale that stays the same across Year levels, so you can see progress.
- StanineA score from 1 to 9 that compares your child with other students in the same Year.
- Achievement BandShows whether results are below, at or above the expected level.
- ProgressCompares one sitting with the next to show growth.
PAT Questions From Parents
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Message Us on WhatsAppShould we share PAT results with you?
Yes. They help us target lessons from the first week.
Can my child study for PAT?
PAT is a progress check, not an exam. Steady skill building and calm practice with the question style help your child show what they know.
When should we start preparing?
A couple of months before the test window is a good start, with a little practice each week.
Is PAT a high-stakes test?
No. PAT helps teachers and families see where to focus next. It does not decide placement or results.
How will I know if my child is improving?
Regular quiz results and parent reports show progress skill by skill.
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