NAPLAN Typing Test Simulator
Is your child fast enough? Test their typing speed against Year 5, 7, and 9 benchmarks instantly.
Why Typing Speed Matters for NAPLAN
Since NAPLAN moved online, typing has become a "hidden curriculum." Students who hunt-and-peck spend their cognitive energy finding keys instead of writing great stories.
The "1.1 Term" Advantage
Research shows fluent typists in Year 5 are effectively 1.1 school terms ahead of their peers in writing scores. Speed liberates creativity.
No Spellcheck Safety Net
Just like the real test, our simulator (and the actual NAPLAN) disables spellcheck. Students must know their spelling.
Critical threshold for functional fluency
Handwriting average is ~15 WPM. If you type slower than you write, technology becomes a barrier.
Wait, isn't Year 3 on paper?
Yes. Year 3 students will complete their writing task on paper. However, the "Year 3 Cliff" is real. If students don't start touch typing by Year 3, they hit Year 5 unprepared for the online format.
Writing Structure Guides
Speed is only half the equation. Structure is one of the highest-scoring criteria. Use these proven frameworks in the 5-minute planning phase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use spell check during NAPLAN?
No. All assistive tools like spell check and grammar check are disabled during the official NAPLAN browser session.
What happens if my internet cuts out?
The NAPLAN browser saves your work locally. You can usually continue once reconnected without losing significant progress.