When is the TOMAS most difficult practice test held?

It is held on Sunday, June 21, 2026.

For which grades is the most difficult practice test intended?

It is intended for third and fourth grade elementary school students aiming for the most difficult junior high schools.

What are the characteristics of the practice test content?

The test emphasizes 'thinking, judgment, and expression' skills required in the entrance exams of the most difficult junior high schools, and questions are based on the TOMAS curriculum.

Is there feedback after the test?

Yes, individual counseling is provided to analyze the results and offer advice on study strategies for admission to the desired school.

What is the purpose of this practice test?

The purpose is to provide early exposure to the most difficult level of thinking, measure current achievement levels, and provide an opportunity to set study strategies for future school admissions.

The Changing Landscape of Junior High Entrance Exams: It's No Longer About Knowledge Quantity, But Application. TOMAS Hosts 'Top-Tier Mock Exam' for 3rd and 4th Graders

Published May 23, 2026 2:00 AM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 4:50 PM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

TOMAS will host a 'Top-Tier Mock Exam' on June 21, 2026, for 3rd and 4th graders aiming for elite junior high schools. The exam focuses on critical thinking, judgment, and expressive abilities, and provides individual counseling to establish study strategies.

TOMAS, a subsidiary of Riso Kyoiku Group, will hold a 'Top-Tier Mock Exam' on June 21, 2026, for 3rd and 4th grade elementary students aiming for top-tier junior high schools. By allowing them to experience the 'critical thinking, judgment, and expression skills' required in junior high entrance exams at an early age, TOMAS aims to help students establish clear learning paths for their aspirations.

Since the 2020 revision of the Japanese national curriculum, which prioritized critical thinking, judgment, and expression, the requirements for junior high entrance exams have shifted significantly. Many schools now include descriptive questions, and top-tier institutions like Kaisei and Azabu have seen language sections exceed 8,000 characters in length. While knowledge quantity used to determine success, today it is merely a prerequisite. The key to passing now lies in 'how' knowledge is correctly and flexibly applied.

The mock exam for 3rd and 4th graders allows students to experience this high-level demand. Post-exam, individual counseling provides feedback, enabling students to measure their current progress and identify tasks for achieving their goals.

Key Points of the Mock Exam: 1. Based on the Spec TOMAS Curriculum: Focused on questions that encourage students to think and experiment. 2. Individual Counseling Post-Exam: Exhaustive analysis of test results to advise on the path to passing individual schools.

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The Changing Landscape of Junior High Entrance Exams: It's No Longer About Knowledge Quantity, But Application. TOMAS Hosts 'Top-Tier Mock Exam' for 3rd and 4th Graders

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