How to Prepare for LANTITE: Complete 8-Week Study Plan (2025)
Proper preparation is the key to LANTITE success. This comprehensive 8-week study plan, administered by ACER (Australian Council for Educational Research), provides a structured approach to mastering both numeracy and literacy components. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to refine your skills, this guide will help you prepare effectively and build confidence for test day.
Study Plan Overview
Time Commitment
- 12-15 hours per week
- 2 hours per day, 6 days per week
- Flexible schedule options
What You'll Cover
- All numeracy content areas
- Reading and writing skills
- Test strategies and timing
Before You Start: Take a diagnostic practice test to identify your strengths and areas needing improvement. This will help you adjust the study plan to your specific needs.
Week 1: Assessment & Foundation
Goals
- ✓ Complete diagnostic tests for both components
- ✓ Identify your current skill level
- ✓ Review basic concepts in weak areas
- ✓ Set up your study materials and schedule
Numeracy Focus
Days 1-3:
- Complete diagnostic numeracy test
- Review basic arithmetic operations
- Identify problem areas by category
- Practice mental math fundamentals
Literacy Focus
Days 4-6:
- Complete diagnostic literacy test
- Review grammar basics
- Practice reading comprehension
- Identify common error patterns
Daily Target: 2 hours - Split between diagnostic testing, skill assessment, and foundational review
Weeks 2-3: Foundation Building
Goals
- ✓ Master fundamental concepts in all areas
- ✓ Build accuracy before speed
- ✓ Develop systematic problem-solving approaches
- ✓ Begin timed practice sessions
Week 2 Focus: Number & Algebra + Reading Comprehension
Numeracy (60 min/day)
- • Fractions, decimals, percentages
- • Basic algebra and equations
- • Problem-solving strategies
- • Calculator efficiency practice
Literacy (60 min/day)
- • Access & Identify practice
- • Integrate & Interpret skills
- • Passage analysis techniques
- • Speed reading strategies
Week 3 Focus: Measurement/Geometry/Statistics + Technical Writing
Numeracy (60 min/day)
- • Area, perimeter, volume formulas
- • Data interpretation and graphs
- • Probability concepts
- • Mental math for common calculations
Literacy (60 min/day)
- • Grammar and punctuation rules
- • Australian spelling practice
- • Common error identification
- • Sentence structure analysis
Study Tip: Use our platform's progressive difficulty levels. Start with "Trial" and "Basics Revision" levels to build confidence, then move to more challenging questions.
Weeks 4-5: Skill Development & Speed
Goals
- ✓ Increase accuracy across all question types
- ✓ Build speed without sacrificing quality
- ✓ Practice under timed conditions
- ✓ Develop test-taking strategies
Week 4: Integrated Practice
Days 1-2: Mixed Numeracy
All categories, timed sections (1.8 min/question)
Days 3-4: Mixed Literacy
Reading + writing combined, timed practice
Days 5-6: Full Practice Tests
Complete 120-minute practice sessions
Week 5: Test Conditions Practice
Monday-Wednesday: Numeracy focus - Complete 65-question sets under test conditions
Thursday-Saturday: Literacy focus - Complete 65-question sets under test conditions
Daily: Review incorrect answers and understand error patterns
LISA AI Assistance: Use our AI assistant to get personalized help on challenging questions. LISA can explain concepts, provide hints, and help you understand your mistakes.
Weeks 6-7: Practice & Refinement
Goals
- ✓ Refine weak areas identified in practice tests
- ✓ Perfect timing and pacing strategies
- ✓ Build test-day stamina
- ✓ Achieve consistent passing scores
Week 6: Targeted Practice
Focus on Weaknesses
Spend 70% of time on your lowest-scoring categories
Maintain Strengths
Spend 30% of time reviewing strong areas
Full Practice Tests
Complete 2 full tests (one numeracy, one literacy)
Week 7: Test Simulation
Monday & Thursday:
- • Full numeracy test (120 min)
- • Replicate test conditions exactly
- • Review and analyze results
Tuesday & Friday:
- • Full literacy test (120 min)
- • Replicate test conditions exactly
- • Review and analyze results
Wednesday & Saturday:
- • Targeted practice on errors
- • Review test strategies
- • Mental preparation exercises
Performance Target: By end of Week 7, you should consistently score above the passing standard (top 30%) in practice tests.
Week 8: Final Preparation & Test Day
Goals
- ✓ Fine-tune test-taking strategies
- ✓ Maintain confidence and reduce anxiety
- ✓ Review key concepts and formulas
- ✓ Prepare mentally and physically for test day
Days 1-4: Light Review
Avoid heavy studying - focus on maintenance:
- • Quick 30-minute review sessions
- • Formula and rule memorization
- • Review most common error patterns
- • Practice mental math techniques
Days 5-6: Pre-Test Preparation
- ✓ Two days before: Light practice only (30 minutes)
- ✓ Day before: No studying - rest and relax
- ✓ Prepare materials: ID, confirmation email, calculator (if needed)
- ✓ Plan route to test center and arrival time
- ✓ Get good sleep (8+ hours)
Test Day Strategy
Morning Routine:
- • Eat a nutritious breakfast
- • Arrive 30 minutes early
- • Bring water and snacks
- • Review test logistics
During Test:
- • Read instructions carefully
- • Manage time (1.8 min/question)
- • Flag difficult questions
- • Stay calm and focused
Daily Study Schedule Template
Adapt this template to your personal schedule and preferences:
Typical 2-Hour Study Session
Warm-up & Review
Review previous day's errors, quick concept check
Focused Practice (Component 1)
Deep work on numeracy or literacy - alternate daily
Break
Rest, hydrate, brief physical activity
Focused Practice (Component 2)
Work on the other component (literacy or numeracy)
Review & Reflection
Analyze errors, note patterns, plan tomorrow
Flexibility Tip: If you can't do 2 hours in one block, split into two 1-hour sessions (morning and evening). Quality focus matters more than continuous time.
Track Your Progress
Monitor your improvement throughout the 8 weeks:
Weekly Check-ins
- Complete a full practice test
- Record your scores by category
- Note improvement areas
- Adjust next week's focus
Use Our Platform Features
- Automatic progress tracking
- Category-specific performance metrics
- Question accuracy by type
- XP and level progression
Study Tips & Best Practices
✓ Do This
- ✓ Study consistently every day
- ✓ Take regular breaks to avoid burnout
- ✓ Review mistakes immediately
- ✓ Use active learning techniques
- ✓ Practice under test conditions
- ✓ Stay hydrated and eat well
- ✓ Get adequate sleep (7-8 hours)
- ✓ Ask for help when stuck (use LISA!)
✗ Avoid This
- ✗ Cramming the night before
- ✗ Skipping review of errors
- ✗ Studying without a plan
- ✗ Multitasking during study time
- ✗ Ignoring your weakest areas
- ✗ Over-studying (causing burnout)
- ✗ Comparing yourself to others
- ✗ Giving up when things get difficult
Remember: Everyone learns at their own pace. If you need more time on certain topics, adjust the schedule. The goal is mastery, not just completion.
Additional Resources
Official ACER Materials
Visit ACER's LANTITE page for official practice materials and test information
Our Practice Questions
Access our comprehensive question banks: Free Practice Questions
Registration Guide
Learn about test dates and registration: ACER Registration Guide
Get Help
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