Our Process
The first step in our program is getting to know our student and their family.
Come in for a free consultation and discuss how we can assist in your child's educational preparation for successful test taking.
- Office consultation and discussion
- Diagnostic mock exam with professional assessment and analysis
- Applying an academic program based on student's needs
- Mock exams and preparation for official testing date
Program Options
Group Sessions (up to 5 students)
Sessions are organized into small groups of 2-5 students with similar skill levels. They receive attention from highly qualified instructors who adapt to the student’s learning style, prep needs and goals. Students have the opportunity to interact in a powerful cooperative group learning environment. Time is spent in a small group setting; however, individual attention and separate work is given in order to encourage growth.
Sessions meet weekly and will be organized by subject and level.
Small group sessions are beneficial in creating an environment that encourages growth and allows for student interaction.
The small group-tutoring program offers:
- Full-length diagnostic examination with score reports to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Cooperative small group learning activities
- Test preparation materials
- A final full-length mock with score reports given prior to the official test with score reports.
*Group Changes
If a student excels in a group that he/she is placed in, there will be an opportunity to change groups during the following season.
Private Sessions
Personalized sessions working at increasing skill levels catered to student’s personal needs.
Students can choose to have a one-on-one session before entering a group setting or after being part of one to finalize preparation for test taking.
The private tutoring program offers:
- Full-length diagnostic examination with score reports to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Personalized lessons focusing on areas that need improvement
- Test preparation materials
- A final full-length mock with score reports given prior to the official test.
Online Sessions
Personalized sessions via distance learning that is catered to the student's skill level. Students will receive digital workbooks and exercises to review with their instructors, as well as additional material for independent study.
The private tutoring program offers:
- Personalized lessons focusing on areas that need improvement
- Test preparation materials
Testing Package
Mock practice tests help students to be ready for their official exam by offering them the opportunity to take a similar test which is timed and graded in the same manner as the official test. This service helps students practice their testing strategies, improve their test-taking skills, and help familiarize them with the time limits to appropriately manage their stress. The tests are administered by qualified proctors who adhere to strict time constraints and guidelines to stimulate an official exam.
The testing package program offers:
- Up to 8 mock exams per season
- Score reports to assess progress and identify areas for improvement
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend early preparation to begin in September of a student’s 10th grade year, or standard preparation that begins in the Summer before entering 11th grade.
Register for an upcoming official SAT through the College Board website by creating an account and following the registration steps.
Although students may take the SAT several times, we recommend a student takes the official test 2-3 times.
This decision depends on the strengths and weaknesses of each student. Our team can help you choose the right test by first considering your interests in literature, science, and math and how well you perform in these subjects before deciding which test is right for you. You will be given two diagnostic tests, one for the SAT and one for the ACT. We will then discuss your score results on both tests and finally decide which test best suits you.
Absolutely. One of the most important steps in the preparation process is knowing your strengths and weaknesses. The diagnostic test will help our team create a personalized program to make sure you are focusing on the skills you need to improve your test scores.
Yes, if you are not confident you did your best on your SAT, you may cancel your scores. Cancellation request forms (provided on the College Board site) must be submitted within 5 days after the official test date (the Thursday following your test date). Cancelling test scores does not include a refund.
The College Board website provides updates for all tests and test locations. As your test date approaches, log on to your College Board account for updates and cancelations. In the event that your test date gets canceled, College Board will provide refunds and/or services for changing your test date to a later date.
Allow several weeks prior to the official test date to receive approval for accommodations.
Yes, College Board offers cancellation and refund options. Upon cancelling your registration, you can accept to receive a partial refund after the official test date. For more restrictions and guidelines for cancelling a test date, visit the College Board site.
The ACT is generally taken in 11th grade.
If you are eligible for accommodations on the ACT, you must apply for approval through your ACT online account. After registering for your official test date and indicating a need for accommodation, you will fill out a Consent form and complete the accommodation request with your school official. You should expect a response after approximately 2 weeks.
The first SAT test is recommended to be taken in March or May of 11th grade.
If you are eligible for accommodations on the SAT, you must apply for approval from the College Board using the SSD online application.