How to preview a test

Find out how to preview a test in Literacy Assessment Online

Before running a test in Literacy Assessment Online, it may be worth previewing it to determine if it is suitable for the pupils taking the test.

To preview a test in Literacy Assessment Online, select Tests from the navigation menu on the left hand side of the page.

test in LAO menu

You will be presented with a list of your school’s available tests. Locate the test you wish to preview and click on the three dots menu in its row.

Menu represented by 3 dots


Click on Preview Test in the resulting list of options.

preview test option in LAO menu

A preview of the test will open in a new tab, allowing you to go through the questions and get a feel for the expected level of literacy assessment.

example questions for LAO

To stop the preview, either click on the Quit Test button or close the tab.