How the Assessment Works

• Duration: The CogAT assessment takes approximately three hours.

• Cost: The assessment is offered for 750 Qatari Riyals.

• Facilitator: Administered by an experienced examiner in a supportive environment.

Scoring and Eligibility

The CogAT is a rigorous assessment designed to identify students who perform exceptionally well in one or more areas. Admission into the Lighthouse Gifted and Talented Programme requires students to achieve high-level results compared to their age group, demonstrating advanced reasoning abilities.

While all students admitted to the programme will experience its core benefits, the categories determine their eligibility to participate in exclusive, specialised courses tailored to their unique strengths.

Primary Categories

1. Quantitative Thinkers (QT):
   Exceptional logical and numerical reasoning skills. Eligible for courses like Mastery Maths and STEM Problem-Solving.

2. Verbal Communicators (VC):
   Outstanding language and communication abilities. Eligible for courses like Creative Writing and Debate.

3. Visual-Spatial Innovators (VSI):
   Strong pattern recognition and creative thinking. Eligible for courses like Design Thinking and Game Design.

4. Well-Rounded Achievers (WRA):
   Versatile strengths across multiple domains. Eligible for interdisciplinary and leadership-focused courses.

5. Creative Visionaries (CV):
   Demonstrated creativity and innovative thinking. Eligible for Storytelling and Arts and Media.

Mixed Categories

Students who excel in more than one domain may qualify for mixed pathways that combine their strengths:

1. The Dual Dynamites (QT & VC):
   Excels in both logical reasoning and verbal communication. Eligible for Advanced Maths and Debate.

2. The STEM Creators (QT & VSI):
   Strong in both logical reasoning and visual-spatial skills. Eligible for STEM Design and Architecture Basics.

3. The Story Spinners (VC & VSI):
   Strengths in verbal communication and visual-spatial thinking. Eligible for Journalism and Visual Arts.

4. The Trailblazers (All Categories):
   Exceptional across all domains, demonstrating versatility and leadership. Eligible for advanced interdisciplinary courses and innovation challenges.

What Happens Next?

1. Assessment Results:
   Parents receive a detailed summary of their child’s strengths, category placement, and eligible courses.

2. Programme Admission:
   Students meeting the benchmarks are invited to join the Gifted and Talented Programme.

3. Personalised Pathways:
   Students gain access to courses tailored to their unique strengths and areas of excellence.

Why Choose Lighthouse Academy?

Our programme offers:

• A personalised approach to learning, challenging students in their strongest areas.

• Opportunities to explore new skills while excelling in identified domains.

• A community of like-minded peers for collaboration and growth.

Notes for Parents

Holistic Consideration: Entry into the programme is based on an aggregate review of all assessment scores, combined with teacher recommendations and additional indicators of gifted potential.

Conversation and Support: If your child’s score is close to the required benchmark, we will have a thoughtful conversation with them to highlight their strengths and explore how we can support their growth. Our goal is to ensure that this experience becomes an opportunity for encouragement and learning, empowering your child to continue building on their potential.

Identifying Gifted and Talented Students

At Lighthouse Academy, we are committed to helping students realise their full potential. Our Gifted and Talented Programme uses the CogAT (Cognitive Abilities Test) to identify reasoning strengths across Verbal, Quantitative, and Nonverbal (Visual-Spatial) domains.