Free PAT Maths & Reading Practice Games
Many New Zealand schools use Progressive Achievement Tests (PATs) from NZCER to check progress in maths and reading. They are low-stakes tests that help teachers plan. The best preparation is simply regular practice of everyday maths and reading skills, which our free games make fun.
Quick facts
- Who sits it
- New Zealand students in Years 3 to 10
- When
- Schools choose when to assess, often twice a year
- Official information
- NZCER: PATs
- PATs are online tests in areas such as mathematics, reading comprehension, and punctuation and grammar.
- They are designed to show progress over time, not to pass or fail.
- Schools decide which tests to use and when.
⏱️ New: timed tests. Most games below have a Timed test button: 15 questions in 10 minutes with answers revealed at the end, just like the real thing. Use it once your child is confident in practice mode.
Mathematics
Number knowledge, strategies, measurement, geometry and statistics.
Practise any times table from 2× to 12×.
Ones, tens, hundreds and thousands.
Name fractions and find equivalent fractions.
Choose the best unit and convert between units.
Name 2D and 3D shapes and count their parts.
Read pictographs, bar graphs and tally charts.
Find the missing number in a sequence.
Reading comprehension and vocabulary
Understanding texts and word meaning.
Punctuation and grammar
Capital letters, punctuation marks and word types.
Tips for parents
- Treat PATs as a check-up, not an exam: no cramming needed.
- A little daily reading and number practice makes the biggest difference.
- Ask your child’s teacher what the results show and what to practise next.
Frequently asked questions
What are PATs?
Progressive Achievement Tests from NZCER that many New Zealand schools use to track progress in maths, reading and other areas.
Do children need to prepare for PATs?
Not specifically. They are low-stakes, and regular everyday practice is the best preparation.
Are these official PAT questions?
No. They are original practice written by Success Tutoring.
Original practice by Success Tutoring. Not affiliated with, endorsed by or approved by NZCER or the Ministry of Education. Test names are used only to describe what the practice covers. Formats can change, so always check the official website for the latest details.
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