Discover a world of opportunities in our Gifted and Talented programs.
Students in Gifted and Talented programs learn with like-minded peers, following an enriched curriculum designed for their needs, delivered by teachers with expert skills and knowledge. Access is provided to universities, industry bodies and mentoring programs with opportunities to take part in national and international competitions.
The selection process starts when students are in Year 5, testing in Year 6, with placement starting from Year 7. Limited vacancies may also be available for entry into Years 9, 10 and 11.
Important changes to Gifted and Talented results release dates
We will now email the Academic Selective Entrance Test (ASET) performance reports on Thursday, 12 June 2025.
We will email the first round of offers for all programs on Wednesday, 25 June 2025.
To access the full updated schedule for the 2026 intake, refer to key dates and applicant guidelines.
Program locations
These Gifted and Talented academic, arts and languages programs are available at 24 select public secondary schools including:
- new academic programs at Albany Senior High School and Alkimos College
- a selective academic school
- a selective arts college
- 2 regional schools
- an online academic program for country students.
