AEP Applications Open

Academic Excellence Program – Registration to Apply and Attend the Higher Ability Selection Test (HAST) Testing

Friday June 5 – 9am to 12pm

For students entering Year 7, 2027

The Academic Excellence Program (AEP) at Piara Waters Senior High School supports academically able and high-potential students to achieve at the highest level. The program provides a challenging and supportive learning environment that nurtures academic excellence, personal growth, and wellbeing.

Entry into the AEP occurs through a selective process in Year 6, using the Higher Ability Selection Test (HAST). Student placement is reviewed regularly to ensure the program continues to meet individual learning needs. Ongoing monitoring and support help students set goals, manage workload, and maintain wellbeing.

Applications for the Academic Excellence Program open on Friday 27 March and close on Friday 15 May.

Students must register and attend the Higher Ability Selection Test (HAST) testing date on Friday 5th June to be eligible for consideration.

Further information regarding the Academic Excellence Program can be found here.

For more information about each test, including sample questions and preparation resources, please refer to the Australian Council for Educational Research Test (ACER) website – ACER

For additional queries regarding the Academic Excellence Program, please email piarawaters.shs@education.wa.edu.au

• Add the same link on the Academic Excellence Program Page under AEP 2026 Dates

AEP applications open:  Friday 27 March (Term 1, Week 8) to  Friday 15 May

Registration Link – https://compasstix.com/e/nxdxgn021u