CAT4 Myth-Busting | What the Test Is - and What It Isn’t

14 Mar 2026

CAT4 assessments are widely used in schools, yet they are often misunderstood by parents and pupils alike. In this session we'll break down what the CAT4 test actually measures - and just as importantly, what it does not.

The talk will explore how CAT4 assesses different types of reasoning, how schools use the results and how the data can (and should) be interpreted in context. Common myths and misconceptions will be addressed, including what CAT4 scores do and don’t say about intelligence, academic potential, or future success.

Speakers
Lauren-Lucy Grafton
Lauren-Lucy Grafton, Senior Education Consultant, UAE - Bonas MacFarlane