Tag #Selective Schools

What are the key implications of the intense competition for selective public schools in NSW, Australia?

In New South Wales, Australia, 17,559 sixth-grade students will compete for about 4,200 spots in selective public schools, resulting in over 13,000 unsuccessful applicants." "This competitive system has led to a surge in tutoring services, with approximately 90 percent of students receiving coaching, and many parents spending significant sums to improve their children's chances." "While 20 percent of places are reserved for disadvantaged students, the opaque scoring system and lack of published cutoff scores fuel an intense competition and financial burden on families.