IDAT Concise Test Taker Handbook
About IDAT Concise
economical, effective and reliable student assessment test
As with the IDAT, the IDAT Concise versions are based on IDAT’s international curriculum. The IDAT Concise assessments are completely online and graded entirely by computer. They provide a fast, accurate measurement of a student’s abilities. This is particularly convenient for schools who do not have the time or need for lengthier analyses. Delivered and proctored in schools or using a recorded version of the internationally recognised IDAT Secure 360, the IDAT Concise versions provide safe, consistent, immediate results that inform schools to support their students.
TAKE A QUICK LOOK
1. Test Structure
English Curriculum
Mathematics Curriculum
Critical Thinking & Logic Curriculum
IDAT Concise Test Format
| IDAT – Concise English | IDAT – Concise Total | |
| Stage | All School Years/Grades | |
| Test Time | 60 mins | 90 mins |
| English (Reading & Writing) | √ | √ |
| English (Listening & Speaking) | √ | √ |
| Character | √ | √ |
| Mathematics | × | √ |
| Logic | × | √ |
| Critical Thinking | × | √ (Stage 3 – 6 only) |
Stage 1 Test Structure
Students applying for Aus/US/Can Year 1, 2 or beginning Year 3. UK Year 2, 3, beginning Year 4
| English: Vocabulary， Grammar, Reading and Writing | English: Listening & Speaking | Character | Mathematics (IDAT – Concise Total test only) | Global Knowledge (IDAT – Concise Total test only) |
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Stage 2 Test Structure
Students applying for Aus/US/Can Year 3, 4 or beginning Year 5. UK Year 4, 5, beginning Year 6
| English: Vocabulary， Grammar, Reading and Writing | English: Listening & Speaking | Character | Mathematics (IDAT – Concise Total test only) | Global Knowledge (IDAT – Concise Total test only) |
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Stage 3 Test Structure
Students applying Aus/US/Can Year 5, 6 or beginning Year 7. UK Year 6, 7, beginning Year 8
| English: Vocabulary， Grammar, Reading and Writing | English: Listening & Speaking | Character | Mathematics (IDAT – Concise Total test only) | Global Knowledge (IDAT – Concise Total test only) |
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Stage 4 Test Structure
Students applying Aus/US/Can Year 7, 8 or beginning Year 9. UK Year 8, 9, beginning Year 10
| English: Vocabulary， Grammar, Reading and Writing | English: Listening & Speaking | Character | Mathematics (IDAT – Concise Total test only) | Global Knowledge (IDAT – Concise Total test only) |
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Stage 5 Test Structure
Students applying Aus/US/Can Year 9, 10 or beginning Year 11. UK Year 10, 11, beginning Year 12
| English: Vocabulary， Grammar, Reading and Writing | English: Listening & Speaking | Character | Mathematics (IDAT – Concise Total test only) | Global Knowledge (IDAT – Concise Total test only) |
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Stage 6 Test Structure
Students applying Aus/US/Can Year 11, 12. UK Year 12, 13
| English: Vocabulary， Grammar, Reading and Writing | English: Listening & Speaking | Character | Mathematics (IDAT – Concise Total test only) | Global Knowledge (IDAT – Concise Total test only) |
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2. Schedule Your Test
All IDAT Concise tests must be booked by schools ONLY. Please contact your school to book your test
3. Download the IDAT Concise APP on your computer and check the system
Students or schools must trial the system prior to taking the test. It is advisable to do this at least 24 hours before testing to allow time if there are any issues.
Please click on one the following to view the instructions. We recommend you open these on a device or mobile phone you WILL NOT use on test day. To trial the set up you need your computer and a secondary device free and ready to use for the test set up, and not one being used to view instructions.
Have Your Test Devices Ready
Use the Link in Your Booking Confirmation Email to Download the IDAT Concise App
Complete the Trial Setup
4. Preparing For Your Test
Find the tips that can help you do well in the scholarship test.
Get to know the IDAT Concise Test
Go to https://www.idat.org/prepare-for-the-test/ to read free information for test preparation. Please refer to the subject curriculum on our website for detailed testing areas and expected outcomes.
Become familiar with the structure of the test, including:
- Question types
- Things to remember
- Useful English Vocabulary
- Frequency sentence pattern
- Example questions
Click each section to learn useful tips:
Register Your IDAT Account
If you have an account already, please log in to take your practice test.
Guardian Registration
Enter Test Taker's Details
Fill in all required sections. Make sure you upload a valid photo ID.
Create Your Account
Enter your email as the account user name and set up the password.
Log in your account and take a practice test (optional)
• Practice tests are OPTIONAL and fees (USD $5 – USD $35) apply.
• You will find speaking and listening (interview) under the English test. Please be advised these components DO NOT apply to Tintern Grammar scholarship test.
• Keep in mind that the training test is designed to familiarise students with the format and functions of the IDAT scholarship test. The training test is shorter than the actual IDAT scholarship test.
• Please ONLY practice your training tests via Google Chrome web browser. Please do not use any tablet devices to carry out the training test.
• Please be aware that the training test occurs outside the formal test conditions. Your performance on this test does not guarantee an equivalent level of performance on your formal test day.
5. Test Requirements
Try Secure 360 Home Test Setting before Your Test Start
A reliable internet connection
Ensure the internet is well connected during the test.
Computer with HD Camera
A fully charged laptop or computer connected with external power, with an HD camera.
A Quiet and Well-lit Room
Ensure that there is no interruption during the test.
A Mobile phone & Tripod
360 system is UNABLE to run on Huawei mobile phones. Apple mobile phones’ IOS system must be updated to IOS13 or above.
6. On Your Test Day
Please make sure your read through this part before the test day.
⚠️ If you are taking the test at your school, the IDAT Concise App will be pre-installed and tested by the school in advance. You do not need to download or test the system yourself. Please arrive on time and follow your school’s instructions on test day.
⚠️ If you are taking the test at home, please ensure you have installed the IDAT Concise App on your computer.
- IDAT APP is NOT READY for the test, please click the following written instructions to download and open the IDAT APP.
How to start your IDAT remote test at home
7. During Your Test
The test taker MUST follow the test rules.
• The test has 4 sections: English, Mathematics, Global Knowledge and Character. Mathematics / Global Knowledge / Character are multiple choice only. The English part also includes writing. You are encouraged to write as much as possible, but please be aware of the time remaining.
• The remaining time will be shown on the screen. Once you complete the sections, you may jump to the next part. Keep an eye on the timer as you this is your responsibility.
• You MUST NOT use your own calculator as calculators will be provided online whenever needed. It will appear on the screen automatically.
• For each question that requires calculation, the test system will automatically turn on the calculator function. Be careful not to turn it off since it will not be displayed for the second time.
• Students have an optional 5-minute break after English section. You are ONLY allowed to go to the bathroom during the 5-minute break.
Test Rules
The test taker MUST follow Secure 360 test rules. You must not engage in any form of deception or malpractice which may damage the integrity or security of the IDAT. The test taker who cheats or attempts to cheat will not be eligible for a refund for any fees paid. The student may be banned from taking future tests.
• Must be alone in a quiet, well-lit room, ensure that there is no interruption or noise during the test.
• Face, ear and head must be visible and unobscured, no heavy make up, otherwise you may fail the facial recognition.
• Blank paper and pencil are allowed. MUST be approved by the online proctor.
• Eating is not allowed, but you can drink water.
• You will not be allowed to record your responses or questions by using any device, copy work from anywhere, disrupt the test, or attempt to alter data or results of the test.
• Do not look away from the screen, you must keep staying on your seat during the test, you are not permitted to leave the room.
• You cannot use any other electronic devices during the test. Once found, your test will be CANCELLED.
• Your proctor can hear you during the test, however they are only able to communicate with you by sending you messages online.
• You MUST not open any other web pages during the test, the system will give you a warning if you are off your test page more than 10 seconds. Test will be CANCELLED if you receive 3 warnings.
• Any student or family member of the student engaging in malpractice will not be allowed to complete the test.
Unforeseen Circumstances
1. Why can’t I find the “Start Test” button?
Please ensure you are logged into the IDAT App. The “Start Test” button will become available 30 minutes before your scheduled test time.
2. What if I close the testing system accidentally?
Please re-open the IDAT APP and log back in. The system will bring you back to the question of where you dropped out. Countdown on times will NOT be stopped, therefore, please log back in as soon as possible.
3. What if I click the backward button accidentally?
You can NOT go back to your previous question. Once you have submitted your answer you will NOT be able to see it again. If you click the backward button, just REFRESH the page and you will be fine.
4. What if my screen is frozen and does not respond to anything?
It could be caused by fluctuations in the internet connection; however, it rarely happens during the test. If your screen is frozen:
• In the writing section, refresh the page and click “submit” again.
• All other sections, refresh the page, re-select your answer and then submit again.
If any other accidents, uncontrollable factors occur, please contact your proctors IMMEDIATELY via Chat Box on the test page.
For students in Stage 1 Only:
- For students in Stage 1 only, a parent or guardian may assist them to set up the test. They can show them the method to submit and answer the FIRST QUESTION ONLY. Then the guardian or parent MUST leave the room. The proctor will contact the parent or guardian to re-enter the room if additional help is required. However, the guardian or parent cannot help the student or re-enter the room without the expressed permission of the remote proctor. When permission is granted, the guardian can help the student with words and scripts from the proctor only. The guardian/parent must leave the room again when advised to do so.
- All other students require that the parent/guardian or any other person vacate the test taking room before the test begins and for the duration of the assessment. Failure to do so will be considered a breach of test terms and conditions.
- The proctor’s chat warning will be used ONCE as a warning, if test conditions are not adhered to. IDAT reserves the right to terminate any test in progress after one warning for any student or IDAT Secure 360 situation that has not adhered to the strict test conditions. There is no refund for the test fees, if the test or its results are cancelled due to a failure to follow test terms and conditions. Students may reschedule the test in a secure testing facility at their own expense, but students will not be allowed to retake the test in an IDAT Secure 360 proctored environment.
- The IDAT proctor and team reserve all rights to determine which students have breached terms and conditions. Student or parents who wish to appeal proctor decision can do so via the test results appeal processes.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The proctor can see and hear you through the proctoring cameras during the test, if any of the fraudulent behaviour is caught and the proctor judges the test is invalid, a report will be sent to the IDAT office, and an official notice will be sent to the test taker. No re-examination or refund request will be granted.
8. After the Test
Results are sent directly to schools within 2 business days after the test completion. Students wishing to view copies of the results can contact the school to ascertain what the school policy is on sharing results with students.