QTS Skills Test 2015

Many thanks for your quick response. It seems the same spelling group that came up in my last test and where I missed the pass by two marks just because I have never come across some words! Especially that English is not my first language!
Wish you the best of luck

Many thanks for your quick response. It seems the same spelling group that came up in my last test and where I missed the pass by two marks just because I have never come across some words! Especially that English is not my first language!
Wish you the best of luck

Had my numeracy skills test today.
I honestly thought I failed it but to my surprise I passed! First attempt I found it a lot more difficult than the practice tests, but maybe it was just my nerves that had kicked in. I honestly don't know how I passed! Oh well, I'm not complaining thanks to everyone for their tips. Glad to see the back of it

If anyone has any questions regarding the numeracy test then please feel free to ask.
Other experiences & tips:

- I did two weeks worth of prep prior to this test using Mark Patmore's book, G&A numerical, plenty of Youtube videos and lots of hope!
- Mental arithmetic was more difficult than I had anticipated, but that was a personal experience, does not mean yours will be the same. I did not get a great deal of % / fraction/ decimal questions; there were more time & money related questions.
- Keep an eye on time whilst doing the written arithmetic, do not spend too long on a question. Rather, answer what is easy to you first, then come back to the more difficult ones.
-Written Arithmetic- I got cumulative frequency, pie charts, time/distance/speed & money questions, scatter graphs, table data and working out percentages of data given.
- Don't let your nerves get to you. I got nervous and there was a point when I was convinced I would fail, but I kept going and I ended up passing. Keep positive Keep calm and take deep breaths!
- Finally, answer all the questions, even if you have to guess!

BEST OF LUCK GUYS.

Had my numeracy skills test today.
I honestly thought I failed it but to my surprise I passed! First attempt I found it a lot more difficult than the practice tests, but maybe it was just my nerves that had kicked in. I honestly don't know how I passed! Oh well, I'm not complaining thanks to everyone for their tips. Glad to see the back of it

If anyone has any questions regarding the numeracy test then please feel free to ask.
Other experiences & tips:

- I did two weeks worth of prep prior to this test using Mark Patmore's book, G&A numerical, plenty of Youtube videos and lots of hope!
- Mental arithmetic was more difficult than I had anticipated, but that was a personal experience, does not mean yours will be the same. I did not get a great deal of % / fraction/ decimal questions; there were more time & money related questions.
- Keep an eye on time whilst doing the written arithmetic, do not spend too long on a question. Rather, answer what is easy to you first, then come back to the more difficult ones.
-Written Arithmetic- I got cumulative frequency, pie charts, time/distance/speed & money questions, scatter graphs, table data and working out percentages of data given.
- Don't let your nerves get to you. I got nervous and there was a point when I was convinced I would fail, but I kept going and I ended up passing. Keep positive Keep calm and take deep breaths!
- Finally, answer all the questions, even if you have to guess!

BEST OF LUCK GUYS.

I have my skills tests booked for tomorrow and officially my application hasn't been sent off yet as one of my references hasn't come back yet. Does this mean that I can't sit the test as I don't have proof of application?

Also to make things even worse, Apply and Track are down for maintenance so I can't even print off a copy of my application!!

I had thought that my references would have been sorted by now but they haven't and I don't want to have to cancel as I've already had to reschedule the test at the last minute to organise it for tomorrow!!!

Yes as far as I know yoy have to bring your acceptance letter with you x

Bugger, there's £60 down the drain.

Bugger, there's £60 down the drain.

Bugger, there's £60 down the drain.

I had an email from UCAS to say my application was in progress, awaiting my references. I'd assume this is proof of application?

I failed Numeracy by two marks today!!! First attempt I failed by 4 (The computer crashed twice!) I only have one more chance and I honestly thought I would pass today. I was sooooo nervous by hand were shaking and the lady asked me if I wanted a drink before I started. I have never been this worried for an exam. I finished my a-levels this year and was also okay before going into a exam. I have to pass before 1st August too There are no slots available either! What am I going to do?

That's such a shame! Are there any other test centres within a reasonable distance you could try?