Naplan resumes after tech issues paused testing on first day for 1.4 million students

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Caitlin Cassidy Education reporterMarch 11, 2026 at 02:38 AM

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Naplan testing in Australia resumed after a nationwide technical issue disrupted the start of assessments for 1.4 million students on the first day. The problem, which prevented some students from logging into the online platform, caused schools to pause the literacy and numeracy tests for students in years 3, 5, 7, and 9. The disruption occurred at the beginning of the nationwide testing period. Schools were later informed that testing could resume after the issue was addressed. The technical difficulties were described as an "unfortunate mess" by an education expert.

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Department of Education 60% Australia 80% Naplan ×290%

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Australia

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