Master 205 tricky spellings that appear in Selective Entry reading, verbal reasoning and writing. Practise daily to eliminate spelling errors from your exam answers.
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SK Spelling Builder is a spelling practice tool for Victorian Selective Entry High School (SEHS) candidates. It covers high-frequency words, commonly misspelt words, and Tier-2 and Tier-3 vocabulary that stretches students towards the level expected in selective entry writing tasks. All words are marked in Australian English.
Spelling errors in the SEHS writing tasks pull marks directly from the Vocabulary Precision criterion. Many students also lose time second-guessing words they could have locked in. SK Spelling Builder helps by:
Pick a list, listen to each word, and type your answer. Review any errors at the end and re-attempt the list until all words are locked in. Ten minutes a day works better than a long session once a week.
ACER marks the SEHS exam in Australian English. If your child has been reading American-spelling books or using US-based apps, spelling slip-ups are common. A few weeks of focused practice usually fixes it. Do not rely on autocorrect - the exam has none.
Does spelling affect SEHS writing marks?
Yes, spelling is part of the Vocabulary Precision criterion in the SK Writing Lab rubric.
Is this Australian English?
Yes, every word is marked in Australian English spelling.
How many words are included?
Hundreds, grouped into lists by theme and difficulty.
Can we practise offline?
No, the tool requires an internet connection so progress can be saved.
Related pages: SK Sentence Builder, SK Writing Lab, FREE Diagnostic Test.