CAT4 Tools: Level Finder, Score Guide and Preparation Planner
Use free tools to identify the likely CAT4 level, interpret Standard Age Scores, build a preparation plan, diagnose question-type difficulties and choose the right practice route for Years 2–11.
CAT4 Level Finder
Select the pupil’s school year to see the commonly used CAT4 level, typical age and relevant SET guide.
CAT4 Score Interpreter
Enter a Standard Age Score from 60 to 140 for a broad interpretation.
CAT4 Preparation Planner
Add the test date, school year and available weekly study time to build a practical sequence.
CAT4 Question-Type Finder
Choose the main difficulty to identify the likely battery and subtests.
Which CAT4 practice route do I need?
Four batteries and eight subtests
Verbal
Word relationships and concepts.
- Verbal Analogies
- Verbal Classification
Quantitative
Numerical relationships and sequences.
- Number Analogies
- Number Series
Non-verbal
Rules expressed through figures.
- Figure Matrices
- Figure Classification
Spatial
Mental manipulation of shapes.
- Figure Analysis
- Figure Recognition
CAT4 levels by school year
| Year | Age | Level | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 2 | 6–7 | X | Year 2 guide |
| Year 3 | 7–8 | Y | CAT4 resources |
| Year 4 | 8–9 | A | Year 4 guide |
| Year 5 | 9–10 | B | Year 5 guide |
| Year 6 | 10–11 | C | Year 6 guide |
| Year 7 | 11–12 | D | Year 7 guide |
| Year 8 | 12–13 | E | Year 8 guide |
| Year 9 | 13–14 | F | Year 9 guide |
| Year 10 | 14–15 | F | Year 10 guide |
| Year 11 | 15–16 | G | Year 11 guide |
Preparation checklist
- Confirm the likely CAT4 level
- Try all eight sample types
- Identify one or two weaker subtests
- Teach method before timing
- Use short, regular sessions
- Keep one paper for a mock
Test-day checklist
- Avoid intensive last-minute practice
- Keep normal sleep and breakfast routines
- Read instructions carefully
- Use the right method for each subtest
- Move on from unproductive items
- Maintain a steady pace
CAT4 tools questions answered
Are these CAT4 tools free?
Can the score tool generate an official result?
What is an average CAT4 score?
Should preparation be timed?
Can practice improve performance?
Move from the tools to the right CAT4 guide
Use the result to continue with the relevant Year guide, free sample library or CAT4 scores flagship.
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