Newington College Scholarship Test

Stanmore · Boys · Inner West

About Newington College scholarships

A founding GPS school established in 1863, Newington College in Stanmore awards Academic, Music and General Excellence Scholarships assessed via the AAS examination. The Halse Rogers Scholarship recognises balanced achievement across academics, sport, drama and leadership. The King Family Scholarship rewards creative endeavour in visual arts, music, design and computing. Boarding scholarships, including the Eileen M Johnson Scholarship, support regional students with full or part remission of boarding fees.

School type

Boys

Region

Inner West

Scholarship types

AcademicMusicGeneral ExcellenceBoarding

Test format and information

Newington College uses the AAS scholarship test. Reasoning and Problem Solving, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Written Expression are covered in the assessment.

Scholarship test dates

Key dates for Newington College scholarship testing. Always confirm dates directly with the school.

AASYears 7 & 9–11, 2027 entry
Applications close16 Jan 2026

Test dates: 2–3 Feb 2026

Apply for a scholarship

Visit the Newington College website for full details on their scholarship program, eligibility criteria, and application process.

Visit Newington College scholarship page

Start practising for AAS

Build confidence with bite-sized practice sessions aligned to the AAS format. Every question comes with a detailed explanation so your child understands the reasoning behind each answer.

Frequently asked questions

What test does Newington College use for scholarships?

Newington College uses the AAS scholarship test. The AAS assessment covers Reasoning and Problem Solving, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Written Expression.

When is the Newington College scholarship test?

Check the Newington College website for the latest scholarship test dates. Dates are typically published in the second half of the year prior to entry.

How can I prepare for the Newington College scholarship test?

Newington College uses AAS, which covers Reasoning and Problem Solving, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Written Expression. PrepHQ offers targeted practice sessions aligned with the AAS format, with detailed explanations for every question to help students build genuine understanding.