NSW Opportunity Class (OC)
Placement Score & Cutoff Calculator
Enter your child raw marks from practice tests across Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, and Thinking Skills to estimate their composite profile score and admission probability across all NSW OC schools.
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Predicted Composite Score
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Most students score similarly in Reading and Maths. The difference between an offer at Summer Hill or Beecroft versus a reserve list spot is typically 3 to 4 questions in Thinking Skills (such as syllogisms, truth-teller deduction, and spatial sequencing).
Historical NSW Opportunity Class (OC) Benchmark Table
Calibrated modern composite index ranges across Sydney metro and NSW regional schools.
| School Name | Region | Historical Cutoff | Competitive Band | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beecroft Public School OC | Sydney North-West (Hills / Northern) | 106 | Top Tier (Rank 1) | Target |
| Summer Hill Public School OC | Inner West | 105 | Top Tier (Rank 2) | Target |
| Matthew Pearce Public School OC | Baulkham Hills (North-West) | 103 | Top Tier (Rank 3) | Target |
| North Rocks Public School OC | North Rocks (Hills / Parramatta) | 101 | Top Tier (Rank 4) | Target |
| Artarmon Public School OC | Lower North Shore | 101 | Top Tier (Rank 5) | Target |
| Ermington Public School OC | West Ryde / Parramatta | 99 | Top Tier (Rank 6) | Target |
| Neutral Bay Public School OC | Lower North Shore | 98 | Top Tier (Rank 7) | Qualified |
| Hurstville Public School OC | St George / South | 97 | Top Tier (Rank 8) | Qualified |
| Ironbark Ridge Public School OC | Rouse Hill (Hills District) | 96 | Top Tier (Rank 9) | Qualified |
| Waitara Public School OC | Upper North Shore | 95 | Top Tier (Rank 10) | Qualified |
| Woollahra Public School OC | Eastern Suburbs | 94 | High Tier | Qualified |
| Balmain Public School OC | Inner West | 93 | High Tier | Qualified |
| Chatswood Public School OC | North Shore | 93 | High Tier | Qualified |
| Earlwood Public School OC | Canterbury-Bankstown / Inner West | 91 | High Tier | Qualified |
| Ashfield Public School OC | Inner West | 90 | High Tier | Qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions: NSW Opportunity Class Placement
When do students sit the NSW OC test?
Students sit the Opportunity Class Placement Test in Year 4, typically in July or August. Successful applicants enter the Year 5 Opportunity Class programme the following school year and remain through Year 6.
Are school report marks still included?
No. The NSW Department of Education transitioned the Opportunity Class entry process to a 100% exam-based model. Academic assessment scores from a student primary school are no longer required or calculated.
What is a good OC score?
For top-ranked schools like Beecroft, Summer Hill, and Matthew Pearce, competitive scaled scores typically range between 102 and 108. Many high-performing suburban OC classes offer placements in the 88 to 96 range.
How does StudySpark prepare students for OC?
StudySpark provides authentic Cambridge-calibrated 30-question Thinking Skills exam simulations, multi-step Mathematical Reasoning challenges, and Reading units designed specifically for Year 4 students aiming for Opportunity Class entry.