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CAT4 Tools: Level Finder, Score Guide & Preparation Planner





Interactive CAT4 tools for parents

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.

5 interactive toolsNo login required
Years 2–11Levels X–G
8 subtestsAll question types
100 average SASClear interpretation
Tool 1

CAT4 Level Finder

Select the pupil’s school year to see the commonly used CAT4 level, typical age and relevant SET guide.

Tool 2

CAT4 Score Interpreter

Enter a Standard Age Score from 60 to 140 for a broad interpretation.

Tool 3

CAT4 Preparation Planner

Add the test date, school year and available weekly study time to build a practical sequence.

Tool 4

CAT4 Question-Type Finder

Choose the main difficulty to identify the likely battery and subtests.

Tool 5

Which CAT4 practice route do I need?

CAT4 structure

Four batteries and eight subtests

V

Verbal

Word relationships and concepts.

  • Verbal Analogies
  • Verbal Classification
Q

Quantitative

Numerical relationships and sequences.

  • Number Analogies
  • Number Series
N

Non-verbal

Rules expressed through figures.

  • Figure Matrices
  • Figure Classification
S

Spatial

Mental manipulation of shapes.

  • Figure Analysis
  • Figure Recognition
Compare levels

CAT4 levels by school year

YearAgeLevelGuide
Year 26–7XYear 2 guide
Year 37–8YCAT4 resources
Year 48–9AYear 4 guide
Year 59–10BYear 5 guide
Year 610–11CYear 6 guide
Year 711–12DYear 7 guide
Year 812–13EYear 8 guide
Year 913–14FYear 9 guide
Year 1014–15FYear 10 guide
Year 1115–16GYear 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
FAQs

CAT4 tools questions answered

Are these CAT4 tools free?
Yes. They are free and require no login.
Can the score tool generate an official result?
No. It gives a broad interpretation only. Use the complete school report for official interpretation.
What is an average CAT4 score?
A Standard Age Score of 100 is the centre of the CAT4 scale.
Should preparation be timed?
Not initially. Add timing after the pupil understands the method.
Can practice improve performance?
Practice can improve familiarity, strategy, confidence and time management, but cannot guarantee a score.




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