Boundary points between Learning Progressions steps – LNAAT

Boundary points between Learning Progressions steps – LNAAT

Last updated 14 May 2026
Last updated 14 May 2026

This page explains how the measurement scale is mapped onto the Adult Learning Progressions in the Literacy and Numeracy for Adults Assessment Tool (LNAAT).  

The images below give a visual representation of how the measurement scale has been mapped onto the Learning Progressions.   

In the LNAAT the ability estimates are rounded to the nearest whole number. For example, if a boundary point for two steps is 300, then all scores less than or equal to 300 are on the step below and all scores 301 to the next boundary point are on the step above.

Reading Assessment Steps and Scale Scores

Reading assessment steps and scale scores screenshot

 

Starting Points Reading Steps and Scale Scores

Starting points reading steps scale scores

 

Numeracy Assessment Steps and Scale Scores

Numeracy assessment steps scale scores screenshot


Vocabulary Assessment Cut Points

Vocabulary assessment cut points screenshot

 

Starting Points Listening Steps

Starting points listening steps screenshot


Writing Assessment Steps and Scale Scores

Writing assessment steps and scale scores screenshot


The table below shows the step cut-off points for the different learning areas in the LNAAT. It also shows where the koru have been placed for each step:

Step cut off points screenshot