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Everything you need to set up, run and access your CAT4 results

Thank you for using CAT4 to build a deeper understanding of your students’ cognitive potential.

This page is your step-by-step guide to setting up and running your CAT4 digital or paper assessment, managing the process in Testwise, and accessing your reports.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Log in to Testwise (digital and paper)

Access the platform at:

https://www.testwise.com/

Your login details will have be sent via email upon purchase.

Before testing, you must upload your student data so that personalised answer sheets can be printed.

Helpful resources:

2. Add Students (digital and paper)

We strongly recommend bulk uploading students via CSV/Excel.

This ensures:

  • Accurate student details

  • Pre-filled answer sheets

  • Faster processing of results

3. Create a Sitting (digital and paper)

A sitting is an allocation of a test for a set time period to selected students.

When creating your sitting, select:

  • Product: CAT4 Australia Paper or CAT4 UK (digital)

  • Product Level: Select your correct year level (refer to table)

For paper, when you reach “Self Scan Instructions”, click OK. Renaissance Australia manages printing and scanning for you.

4. Notify Renaissance Australia (paper only)

For paper only, once your student data is uploaded and your sitting is created, please email:

[email protected]

Please allow at least two weeks before your intended test date so we can print and deliver your personalised answer sheets.

5. We Print & Deliver Personalised Answer Sheets (paper only)

Renaissance Australia will:

  • Print pre-filled answer sheets based on your uploaded data

  • Include additional blank sheets as backup

  • Deliver directly to your school

6. Run the Assessment (digital and paper)

On the day:

  • Follow standard administration guidance

  • Ensure answer sheets are not folded or bent (paper only)

Administration Guide:

https://support.gl-education.com/media/2784/cat4-international-admin-guide.pdf

7. Return Completed Answer Sheets (paper only)

Please send completed answer sheets to:

Renaissance Australia

Level 1, Tower 1

201 Sussex St

Sydney NSW 2000

Important:

  • Do not fold or bend answer sheets

  • Send promptly to avoid delays

8. Marking & Turnaround Time (paper only)

There is a two-week turnaround from when we receive your completed answer sheets.

You will receive an automated email notification from Testwise once your CAT4 results are available to access.

9. Accessing Your Reports (digital and paper)

Once processed:

  • Log in to Testwise

  • Generate and download your reports

Reports available include:

  • Individual student reports

  • Group reports

  • Cohort analysis

These reports help you build a clearer understanding of student strengths, reasoning profiles and potential.

CAT4 Australian Levels & Age Ranges

The table below outlines the Australian year level alignment and the age range covered by norms for each CAT4 paper level. These norms ensure student results are compared appropriately against peers of a similar age.

Use this guide when placing orders or creating sittings in Testwise.

CAT4 Levels - AU

Testwise Setup Video

For guidance on:

  • Adding users
  • Uploading students
  • Creating sittings

Getting Started with CAT4

Live webinars:

Presentation slides are available following the session.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What if I need different details on my answer sheets?

Blank sheets are included with your delivery as backup.

Can I update student information after testing?

Yes. You can update incorrect student details in Testwise even after the assessment has taken place. Updates will be reflected in any reports generated.

How do I choose the correct CAT4 level?

Please carefully review level guidance when placing orders to ensure you select the most appropriate materials.

CAT4 Australia Levels

If unsure, contact your Education Consultant.

What is the minimum order quantity?

  • Initial orders: minimum 10

  • Subsequent top-up orders: minimum 10

What happens on the day?

On the day of CAT4, students complete the assessment either online via Testwise or using paper booklets and answer sheets, depending on how your school is administering it.

Before starting, ensure students are allocated to the correct sitting and that devices or materials are ready. Follow the standard administration instructions and timings provided to maintain consistent test conditions.

For digital assessments, responses are submitted automatically in Testwise. For paper assessments, completed answer sheets must be returned to Renaissance Australia for marking.

For full administration guidance, including timings and preparation advice, please visit:

Full guide: What happens on the day

What happens if you see a “Duplicate Tab Detected”?

Duplicate answer: Each pupil must use one device and one browser session only

Tests should not be opened in multiple tabs or windows.

If a connection is lost or the browser is down, this may show duplicate session in place.

Reporting After the Test

Once CAT4 testing is complete and marking has been finalised, reports are available to generate and download in Testwise.

Schools can access:

  • Individual student reports

  • Group and cohort reports

  • Summary data to support whole-school analysis

These reports provide insight into students’ reasoning strengths and areas for development, helping inform teaching, differentiation and transition planning.

For guidance on interpreting reports and using your results effectively, visit:

CAT4 Post-Testing Essentials

How do I get help?

Australian Customer Service Team

Phone: 02 4225 9698

Email: [email protected]

Should CAT4 be completed in one sitting or spread over several days?

Renaissance recommends splitting the test into several sessions rather than completing it in one long sitting. This helps reduce student fatigue and keeps concentration high so the results are more reliable. Each session lasts about 40–45 minutes, including instructions and practice questions, and there should be short breaks between tests if they occur on the same day. Schools normally try to complete all parts within a short period (for example within the same week) so conditions are consistent.

Example schedule:

Day 1: Non-verbal reasoning tests (~45 minutes)

Day 2: Verbal reasoning + first quantitative test (~45 minutes)

Day 3: Second quantitative test + spatial reasoning (~45 minutes)

This structure spreads the cognitive load across multiple days, allowing students to stay focused while still completing the full CAT4 assessment within a reasonable timeframe.