A.C.E.D. stands for ‘Acceleration’, ‘Challenge’, ‘Enrichment’, and ‘Discovery’ – these are the values that underpin Mount Ridley P-12 College’s Select Entry Academic Program. This program offers places to a limited number of very capable and committed students who are able to meet the academic rigours set by the program.
The vision of this program acknowledges that every student is unique, and that their learning style is reflective of their individuality. Through a process of inquiry, questioning, curiosity and collaboration, students are accelerated through their coursework and are provided with a challenging learning environment.
The enrichment component of the program encourages the study of more complex and abstract concepts, with a greater emphasis on higher order thinking skills. There are a number of opportunities provided to these students, including participation in a range of competitions, excursions, leadership opportunities and special projects.
The major intake for the program occurs at Year 7 (see below for information regarding 2025 Year 7 Intake). Students may elect to join the program at Year 8 and onwards, should positions become available during mid-year intake opportunities. These opportunities are advertised via Compass.
Who is the program suited to?
Accelerated learning is not appropriate for all students. It is both rewarding and demanding, with high expectations and a greater classroom workload. The program suits students who want to be challenged and who demonstrate capability across multiple academic areas.
Students are actively encouraged to develop investigative, problem solving and creative thinking skills that will extend and engage them and which will provide an excellent foundation for further studies. For this reason, students that consider themselves naturally curious and self-driven are encouraged to apply.
We expect, where possible, that applicants are performing beyond the expected level for their age. The ACED Program is an enrichment program aimed at creating 21st Century learners, preparing students to be informed global citizens.
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ACED 2025 - HANDBOOK
The application process for ACED is designed to identify students for whom this type of program is appropriate. For each Year 7 intake, one group (of no more than 25 students) will make up the ACED class and will potentially remain in that group up until the end of Year 12 (provided they meet the requirements of the program as set by the College).
For the duration of their enrolment in the ACED Program, students will be in the care of a Mentor teacher, the Director of Specialised Programs - ACED/Enhancement Programs and Deputy Principal – Curriculum.
The application process for ACED is designed to identify students for whom this type of program is appropriate. All information gathered is used to help select the students who will be best equipped to cope with the rigours of an enrichment learning program.
STEP 1: APPLICATION FORM
Students hoping to be considered for a place in the Year 7 2025 ACED class are invited to complete an online application form.
The link to the online form will be open at 9:00am on Thursday 18th July 2024 and will close at 4:00pm on Thursday 1st August 2024.
Year 7 ACED 2025 Online Application Form: https://forms.office.com/r/EgtpcA11F5
STEP 2: EDUTEST REGISTRATION
All applicants must ALSO register online with EduTest.
The EduTest link will open at 9:00am on Thursday 18th July 2024 and will close at 4:00pm on Thursday 1st August 2024.
A non-refundable payment of $88 applies to cover testing and assessment charges. This payment is due at the time of online registration and is made directly to Edutest.
Access to the Edutest portal for registration and payment: https://aus.edutest.com.au/Parent/Landing?s=PSoNSCXZvGNEK646ELvrSA%3d%3d
Please note, that families also applying for the Punjabi Language Immersion Program only need to register and make payment once for the Edutest.
STEP 3: TESTING
All applicants that have submitted a timely online application, Edutest Registration and payment are invited to complete the EduTest assessment.
The Edutest assessment will be held at Mount Ridley P-12 College on Wednesday 7th August 2024. The testing is expected to run from 8:30am until 12:30pm.
STEP 4: REFERENCES
Information is collected from the student’s primary school, including a teacher reference for both external applicants and applicants currently enrolled at Mount Ridley P-12 College.
STEP 5: INTERVIEW
Upon review of test scores, reports and assessments, applicants will be shortlisted.
All applicants are required to attend an interview at the College accompanied by their parents/carers. During this interview, students will be asked a range of questions. The date and times of interviews will be provided to each family.
STEP 6: SELECTION OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS
Upon consideration of all components of the application process, all applicants will be notified via email correspondence of the outcome of their application following the confirmation of enrolment at the College. The decision by the College is final.
Final placements for Year 7 2025 Specialised Programs at MRC will be confirmed by Friday 11th October, 2024 (Term 4 Week 1).
Please note:
Completion of the ACED testing does not automatically secure enrolment at Mount Ridley College. ‘The Department of Education Year 6 to Year 7 Transition: Application for Year 7 Placement’ Form must still be submitted to the Year 6 Coordinator at your Primary School.
EduTest Registration must be completed for application to be considered. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Contact Information
Bronwyn Hill
Director of Specialised Programs - ACED/Enhancement Programs
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