NNAT3 Level G exam-day guide
NNAT3 Level G · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Bring the test admission notice or registration confirmation
Print or save the confirmation email or admission ticket you received when registering. The exact document required varies by school or testing site, so confirm with the provider which form of confirmation they accept and whether a printed copy is mandatory.
Bring acceptable photo identification if required
Many sites require photo ID for the student, but NNAT3 is often administered in a school classroom where no separate ID is requested. Ask the test coordinator in advance whether any ID is needed and what forms are accepted; do not assume.
Bring two or more sharpened No. 2 pencils and a good eraser
Level G is typically a paper-and-pencil or online administration depending on the site. For paper testing, bring at least two sharpened No. 2 pencils and a soft eraser. Confirm with the provider whether scratch paper or a pencil is supplied on site.
Confirm whether any calculator, phone, or smart device must stay home
NNAT3 measures reasoning and does not require a calculator. Most sites prohibit phones and smartwatches during testing. Ask the coordinator where devices must be stored and whether a calculator is ever permitted; assume no unless told otherwise.
Know the exact start time, arrival time, and location
Arrive with buffer time for check-in and seating. Confirm the building, room, and whether the student should report to a normal classroom or a separate testing room. Verify the date and time against your confirmation, since sites sometimes shift schedules.
Get a full night of sleep for at least two nights before the test
Reasoning tests reward sustained attention. Prioritize consistent sleep in the 72 hours before testing rather than cramming the night before. Avoid late-night practice sessions that cut into sleep.
Eat a normal breakfast and bring a water bottle if allowed
A familiar, balanced breakfast supports focus. Confirm with the provider whether snacks and water are permitted in the testing room or only during breaks.
Practice the four item types briefly, not intensively
NNAT3 Level G uses four item types: pattern completion, reasoning by analogy, serial reasoning, and spatial visualization. Do a short, low-pressure review of each format so the student recognizes what is being asked. Keep practice light in the final days.
Review the directions and sample items, not new content
In the last 24 hours, read through the test directions and any sample items provided so the format feels familiar. Do not attempt to learn new strategies or drill hard problems the night before.
Plan the route and backup transportation
Know the route, parking, and drop-off procedure, and identify a backup plan for traffic or weather. Arriving late can affect whether the student is allowed to test, so confirm the site's late-arrival policy with the provider.
Confirm accommodations in writing if any apply
If the student has an approved accommodation such as extended time or a separate setting, confirm in writing with the provider that it will be in place on test day and who will implement it. Do not assume verbal arrangements are sufficient.
Prepare a calm, reassuring plan for the student
Explain that the test is one data point and that guessing is acceptable when unsure, since there is typically no penalty for wrong answers on reasoning tests. Confirm the guessing and scoring policy with the provider before advising the student.
Plan the day
Confirm logistics: recheck the date, time, location, and any accommodation approvals with the provider. Gather the admission notice, ID if required, pencils, and eraser in one place. Do one short, low-stress review of the four item types so the student knows what each question is asking, then stop drilling. Protect sleep for the next three nights.
Do a brief practice set of a few items from each of the four types, focusing on understanding directions rather than speed. Review any sample items the provider supplied. Avoid introducing new strategies. Keep the session under about 20 minutes and end on a positive note.
Stop heavy practice. Read through the test directions and sample items once. Lay out clothes, pencils, eraser, admission notice, and any permitted items by the door. Confirm transportation and the morning schedule. Eat a normal dinner, avoid screens late, and go to bed at a usual time. Do not attempt new content or long practice tests.
Eat a normal breakfast and leave with buffer time for check-in. Bring only permitted items and store phones or smartwatches as the site directs. Keep the mood calm and matter-of-fact; reassure the student that guessing is fine when unsure, subject to the provider's scoring policy. Arrive early enough to settle in without rushing.
Listen carefully to the directions and read each question fully before answering. Work steadily and skip items that are taking too long, returning to them if time allows. Use the eraser to keep the answer sheet clean and make sure answers align with question numbers. When unsure, choose the best answer and move on. If a problem arises, raise a hand and follow the proctor's instructions rather than improvising.
Debrief briefly and positively without rehashing specific questions. Note any issues such as timing, seating, or accommodations to raise with the provider. Ask the provider when and how results will be reported and to whom, since score reporting practices vary by site.
Rules to check
Follow the proctor's directions at all times. The proctor controls timing, seating, breaks, and what may be on the desk; ask before doing anything you are unsure about rather than guessing at the rules.
Use only permitted materials. Unless the provider says otherwise, keep phones, smartwatches, calculators, and notes out of the testing area and stored where directed. Confirm the permitted-items list with the provider in advance.
Present identification if the site requires it. Requirements vary, so confirm with the provider whether photo ID is needed and what forms are accepted; do not assume it will or will not be requested.
Do not communicate with other students during testing. Keep your eyes on your own materials, and direct any question to the proctor rather than to a neighbor.
Breaks are set by the proctor and the provider's schedule. Do not leave the room without permission. Confirm in advance whether breaks are scheduled and whether snacks or water are allowed.
Scoring is based on the number of correct answers, and there is typically no penalty for guessing on reasoning tests. Confirm the guessing and scoring policy with the provider before advising the student, since practices can differ by administration.
Report any problem immediately. If a device fails, a page is missing, or you feel unwell, tell the proctor right away; waiting until the end can limit the options available.
Results are reported by the provider or school, not at the test site. Ask the provider in advance how and when scores will be shared and who will receive them, rather than expecting same-day results.