SACE Stage 2 Persian (continuers) exam-day guide
SACE Stage 2 Persian (continuers) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Admission notice and photo ID
Bring the admission/examination notice issued by your school or the SACE Board plus a current photo ID (e.g., passport or student card) in the form your school requires. Exact ID requirements vary by venue - confirm with the provider which documents are accepted.
Approved writing materials
Several black or blue pens, spare pens, pencils, a sharpener, and an eraser. Check with the provider whether your specific pens/pencils are permitted, as some venues restrict certain items.
Clear water bottle
A plain, label-free water bottle is usually allowed in the exam room. Confirm with the provider whether bottles must be clear and labels removed.
Printed dictionary policy check
Persian continuers exams may have specific rules about monolingual or bilingual dictionaries. Do not assume a dictionary is allowed - confirm with the provider well before exam day and bring only an approved dictionary if permitted.
Wristwatch (non-smart)
A simple analogue watch helps you pace yourself if the room clock is hard to see. Smart watches and phones are generally prohibited; confirm with the provider.
No prohibited electronics
Leave phones, smart watches, and other devices at home or in the designated area. If you must bring a phone, switch it off and store it as instructed - possession in the exam room can be treated as a breach.
Transport and arrival plan
Confirm the venue, room, and reporting time with your school or the SACE Board, and plan to arrive with buffer time for traffic or public transport delays.
Know your candidate number
Learn your candidate/student number and seat details in advance so check-in is smooth. Confirm with the provider how your number will be issued.
Rest and nutrition plan
Eat a normal breakfast and bring a light snack for after the exam. Avoid trying new energy drinks or heavy caffeine on the day.
Persian writing practice sheet (pre-exam only)
Do not bring notes into the exam room. Use practice sheets at home in the final days to rehearse handwriting speed and script accuracy.
Plan the day
Review your summary notes for the prescribed themes and text types. Practise timed writing in Persian script - one short response and one longer response - and check your handwriting legibility and speed. Confirm venue, reporting time, and ID requirements with your school or the SACE Board.
Do one full practice paper under exam conditions, including reading time, if your school has provided past or sample materials. Mark it against the criteria and list your three weakest areas.
Light revision only: skim vocabulary lists, connectors, and common grammatical structures. Pack your bag with ID, admission notice, pens, and water. Set two alarms, check transport, and aim for a full night's sleep.
Eat breakfast, arrive early, and avoid last-minute cramming of new material. Use the reading time to scan the paper, note question choices, and plan timing across sections.
Read all instructions and allocate time per section. Answer in the required language and text type. Leave a few minutes to check spelling, verb endings, and that every question has been attempted.
Rules to check
Follow all instructions from supervisors. Raise your hand if you need to speak, and do not communicate with other candidates once the exam has begun.
Bring the ID and admission documents your school or the SACE Board requires. If you are unsure what counts as valid ID, confirm with the provider before exam day.
Electronic devices, including phones and smart watches, must be switched off and stored as directed. Possession in the exam room may be treated as a breach of rules.
Do not bring notes, dictionaries, or unauthorised materials into the exam room unless the provider has confirmed they are permitted for this subject.
If you need to leave the room for a break, follow supervisor instructions. Rules on toilet breaks and supervised exits vary - confirm with the provider in advance if you have a medical need.
Write only in the spaces or booklets provided, and do not remove any exam materials from the room.
If you feel unwell or believe an incident affected your performance, tell a supervisor immediately and ask your school about the appropriate process afterwards.
Scoring follows the SACE assessment criteria for Persian continuers. Ask your teacher to explain how each section is marked so you can target your answers effectively.