Penleigh and Essendon Grammar Scholarship Test

Essendon · Co-educational · North West

About Penleigh and Essendon Grammar scholarships

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar offers Academic Scholarships providing full or part remission of tuition fees, Excellence in Music Scholarships for outstanding instrumentalists and vocalists, and General Excellence Awards. The General Excellence programme recognises sound academic achievement combined with outstanding ability in performing arts, including music, drama and dance, alongside leadership contributions. Scholarships are assessed through the ACER examination for students entering Years 7 to 11.

School type

Co-educational

Region

North West

Scholarship types

AcademicMusicGeneral ExcellencePerforming Arts

Test format and information

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar uses the ACER scholarship test. Written Expression, Mathematics, and Humanities are covered in the assessment.

Scholarship test dates

Key dates for Penleigh and Essendon Grammar scholarship testing. Always confirm dates directly with the school.

ACERYear 7, 2027 entry
Applications close4 Feb 2026Test date14 Feb 2026

Students sit the test 1 year before entry. E.g. Year 6 students sit for Year 7 entry.

ACERYears 9 & 11, 2027 entry
Applications close4 Mar 2026Test date14 Mar 2026

Students sit the test 1 year before entry. E.g. Year 8 students sit for Year 9 entry.

Apply for a scholarship

Visit the Penleigh and Essendon Grammar website for full details on their scholarship program, eligibility criteria, and application process.

Visit Penleigh and Essendon Grammar scholarship page

Start practising for ACER

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

Frequently asked questions

What test does Penleigh and Essendon Grammar use for scholarships?

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar uses the ACER scholarship test. The ACER assessment covers Written Expression, Mathematics, and Humanities.

When is the Penleigh and Essendon Grammar scholarship test?

The Penleigh and Essendon Grammar scholarship test date for 2026 is 14 Feb 2026. Applications typically close before the test date — check the school's website for the latest details.

How can I prepare for the Penleigh and Essendon Grammar scholarship test?

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar uses ACER, which covers Written Expression, Mathematics, and Humanities. PrepHQ offers targeted practice sessions aligned with the ACER format, with detailed explanations for every question to help students build genuine understanding.