Test Preps offer SAT courses throughout the year, based on demand. We recommend that students take the SAT immediately upon completion of the course. The best time to prepare for the SAT is when students have ample time to commit to this endeavor.
We understand that high school students are so busy and their time is valuable too. However, in order to benefit the most from our course, students must be willing to commit to a minimum of 45 minutes of homework most nights. This additional practice, in conjunction with our 2 hour weekly class, is what will impact the biggest change in a student's SAT score.
Class Day/Time/Location:
Sundays, 2:00-4:00pm, 4:30-6:30pm or 7:00-9:00pm depending on the session.
*Tuesday night classes (7-9pm) may be added based on interest.
Classes are held at:
The Independent Youth and Family Center
5005 Sheridan Drive (near Mill Street)
Williamsville, NY 14221
Please see Upcoming Courses page for exact dates and times.
Class Size:
Students are placed in ability-based groups of 4-6 students. Class sizes are limited to ensure a maximum 1:6 teacher to student ratio.
Materials:
(2) SAT preparation texts and Test Preps curriculum binder (included in cost of Course)
Homework:
Assigned weekly. Approximately 45 minutes each night.
Attendance:
Attendance is mandatory because each lesson builds upon the previous class. Missed classes must be made up before the following week at a reduced rate of $50 per hour.
Session Length and Format: 8 Weeks:
Each 2 hour class begins with an interactive mini-lesson that includes strategies that are specific to the SAT. This is followed by small group practice and drill. In a typical class, one hour is spent on tactics and practice for the critical reading section and the other hour on math. Students change teachers after an hour and rotate amongst our staff during the eight weeks. Below is our typical curriculum:
Week 1
Introduction to the SAT
Vocabulary
Critical Reading - The Sentence Completion Question
Math - part 1
Week 2
Vocabulary Check
Critical Reading - Short Passages
Math - part 2
Week 3
Vocabulary Check
Critical Reading: Long Passages
Math - part 3 and Grid-In Questions
Week 4
Writing Skills: Grammar and Essay Writing
Week 5
Understanding the SAT: Omitting and Pacing
Answering fewer questions to score higher!
Week 6
Scoring the SAT: 1/4 point off for each problem that is wrong!
*Instructors conference with each student to set up an individual plan for
the remaining sessions
Week 7
Implementing personalized SAT strategies.
Timed practice and modeling of both Math and CR sections
Week 8
Final Review
Test Day tactics
Cost:
The cost of our 8 week program is $650. Make-up sessions must be scheduled for an additional fee of $100 for the 2 hour class. A $25 discount is available if a students signs up with a friend! (See Registration page).