When your child begins the private school admission process, one of the first steps should be to begin preparation for the admissions test. The SSAT test is the most commonly used standardized test among private schools, and it requires students to understand a great deal about test-taking strategies, as well as how to maintain their test-taking stamina for the duration of the test. As the following article describes, beginning preparation with a one-on-one tutor as…
The SSAT test is quite challenging for students, as it tests them on many skills they have not learned in school. Preparing early is very important so that students can feel more confident that they are fully prepared for the test. As the following article states, SSAT test prep is the best way to ensure that your student is ready to approach the test with confidence. Practice Tests For The SSAT Many students may find…
Because admission to private schools gets more competitive each year, it is not enough to assume your child’s good grades, recommendations, and extra-curricular activities will be enough to ensure acceptance. A strong SSAT score is vital, and one-on-one test preparation is the best way to ensure that your child is completely prepared for the test-taking strategies and knowledge base necessary to receive that strong score. As the following article states, involving a test preparation company…
The SSAT test has changed and it’s important to be up-to-date on the content and test-taking strategies so your child can get the highest possible score. Working with a private tutor ensures that you will be informed of the best materials on the market and the newest changes to the SSAT test. As the following article states, it is important to use up-to-date materials and be aware of all changes to the SSAT test for…
Don’t get caught with outdated materials for SSAT test prep! If your child is taking or retaking the SSAT, you need to know everything that’s new on the test. Working with a tutor ensures that you are getting the most up-to-date news on the SSAT test, to ensure the best results and high scores for your child. There have been a few formatting changes to the SSAT, and changes to the Essay Section (more samples…
SSAT test prep is a daunting undertaking, since the test is so challenging and there is so much material with which your child will be unfamiliar. Working with a private tutor on the SSAT test-taking strategies will prepare your child to perform at their best on test day. As the following article states, regular SSAT practice is the only way to achieve a high SSAT test score. Work for It, Kid As part of the…
Private school admissions is an overwhelming process for families, and parents don’t always know where to start. There are essays, SSAT and ISEE tests, interviews, and school visits. An Admission Consultant can help guide you through this process. As the article below states, parents wish the private school admissions process could be easier–and luckily, it can be. Private School Admissions Can Be Testing for All You can see them huddled together near the basketball court…
When applying to private school, it is easy to get overwhelmed. Working with an Admissions Consultant can help guide you through the process. Below are some of the suggestions admissions officers have for parents and students beginning the arduous process of private school admission. Applying to Private Schools: Starting the Process #WATCH AND RUMINATE. “Observe your child and think about the learning style that’s best for him or her. What are the values of your…
Without test prep, for the SAT, ACT, or ISEE, your child is going to be behind the other students who are taking advantage of private tutoring services. Tutoring is now the norm, especially for test preparation. As the following article states, working with a private tutor makes a world of difference for students at all grades and skill levels. Demand high for tutoring services As the school year ramps up, so too are area tutoring…
The ISEE test is an incredibly demanding exam containing skills and strategies that students have not learned in their grade level. There are resources available by the ERB, who put out the ISEE test, that provide an opportunity to see what types of skills your child will need to know to get a high score on the ISEE test. With private ISEE tutoring, your child can learn these skills and the test-taking strategies necessary to…
