JMSS YEAR 10 ENTRANCE EXAM 2019 DISCUSSION

[vivian2018]

Hi everyone, i will be sitting the test this year, just read thru the procedures, it seem that other than writing test we have to attend a group activity, does anyone know anything about this ? Many thanks !

[Pranshu_2k17]

Do people travel long distances for Jmss?

[mi-xao-14]

Hi everyone, i will be sitting the test this year, just read thru the procedures, it seem that other than writing test we have to attend a group activity, does anyone know anything about this ? Many thanks !

Hi there! Welcome to the thread! Btw, are you saying that you've heard that there's a group activity that occurs in the exam? (Just need your clarification)

Do people travel long distances for Jmss?

If I got accepted to the school last year, then no, I wouldn't travel long distances for JMSS. It would only take me around 10 minutes to get there. : )))))))

[NaCl_AU]

Hey, I'm interested in going to JMSS and a few of my friends are too. I really like science and maths etc. but i'm worried i might not do well enough to get in. I don't have any extra-curriculars, I did one compulsary maths comp and got a distinction, I only get ~80% on tests and stuff like that (tests freak me out and I can't focus and overthink). I'm in year 8 and I really want to be in JMSS in year 10 but I don't know if ill cut it. I can't afford things like practice tests and stuff and my parents couldn't care less if I messed up the test so i'm putting pressure on myself which doesn't seem healthy. Anyway, I have a few questions that i need help with:

1. What is the acceptance rate? (I couldnt find it online)
2. What parts of science and maths should I study for and get good in?
3. What are the tests like? I've never sat for a big test like this; all the ones I've sat were in a classroom
4. What were your year 7-9 test scores like?
5. Is edukingdom's JMSS prep worth it?

thats about it for now but ill probs check back soon. this thread has been super useful 

[thelonelyassassin]

how is the actual test environment. is it like a big hall with lots of people, is it every person gets their own table or something else

[thelonelyassassin]

will there be interviews for year 11 students? and about how many year 10 try out for year 11 and how many get accepted?

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Hey, I'm interested in going to JMSS and a few of my friends are too. I really like science and maths etc. but i'm worried i might not do well enough to get in. I don't have any extra-curriculars, I did one compulsary maths comp and got a distinction, I only get ~80% on tests and stuff like that (tests freak me out and I can't focus and overthink). I'm in year 8 and I really want to be in JMSS in year 10 but I don't know if ill cut it. I can't afford things like practice tests and stuff and my parents couldn't care less if I messed up the test so i'm putting pressure on myself which doesn't seem healthy. Anyway, I have a few questions that i need help with:

1. What is the acceptance rate? (I couldnt find it online)
2. What parts of science and maths should I study for and get good in?
3. What are the tests like? I've never sat for a big test like this; all the ones I've sat were in a classroom
4. What were your year 7-9 test scores like?
5. Is edukingdom's JMSS prep worth it?

thats about it for now but ill probs check back soon. this thread has been super useful 

1. varies each year. generally around 25%
2. just know your y8/9 textbooks and you’ll be fine. imo focus more on maths than science.
3. one big room 5 tests with a break in between.
4. 7) 70%ish
60% ish
9) 90%+
5. can’t comment on that since i went to james an.

will there be interviews for year 11 students? and about how many year 10 try out for year 11 and how many get accepted?

yes. i’m not sure how many try out but around 20-30 get in each year

how is the actual test environment. is it like a big hall with lots of people, is it every person gets their own table or something else

yes and yes. it’s pretty new and warm though. and carpeted with a view of caulfield racecourse.

[NaCl_AU]

quick question, how many people are in a year group and if you had to guess, how many people normally sit for the test?

[Appo]

Admissions (exam phase) ~ 800 - 1200 students
Admissions (interview phase) ~ 400 - 600
JMSS Year 10 Intake ~ 200 Students

[NaCl_AU]

What kind of questions should I expect on the test?

[Fish21]

Are you allow to bring any watches to the testing? Analog or digital watches? Thanks

[Pary_N]

Anyone know much about the scientific essay structure? Do you follow normal intro bodies conclusion with  or is there some secret formula lol

[Shadestache]

Oof, it's been a while XD.

5. Is edukingdom's JMSS prep worth it?

I don't recommend going to Edu-Kingdom, James Ann, etc. or buying practice exams. It is not necessary. You can still kick ass at the entrance exams without them -- just make sure you work efficiently under exam conditions and know how to tackle different problems (whether it may be a mathematical or reasoning question or worded response).

What kind of questions should I expect on the test?

Ones that aren't that difficult

Are you allow to bring any watches to the testing? Analog or digital watches? Thanks

I think you might be able to. I brought in a digital watch. Though, they told us to take off watches and leave them on our table.

Anyone know much about the scientific essay structure? Do you follow normal intro bodies conclusion with  or is there some secret formula lol

Honestly man, I'm not certain on the structure you're supposed to follow. I personally followed the typical essay structure with 1 intro, 3 body paragraphs and 1 conclusion (plus the TEEL structure). I managed to do fine somehow. Use your planning time effectively to organise your body paragraphs. 

[NaCl_AU]

how are you guys preparing? Need advice

[karanwins]

Just a quick question, what is the required structure and length for the prac discussion essay?