

Applying for post-secondary schools in the United States can be intimidating for students and families, as the U.S. admissions process significantly differs from the Canadian admissions process. Students are required to complete either the SAT or the ACT, but are not prepared for them by their high schools. Taking the PSAT a year or two earlier can help students feel more confident when taking their SATs.
The PSAT consists of four sections: Math (calculator allowed), math (calculator not allowed), writing and language, and evidence-based reading. The test lasts approximately 3 hours, including a break.
How We Help
Our test prep specialists are experienced teachers who have advanced math degrees in their subject areas and have professorial experience working in schools in Canada and the US.
Many of them have also studied in the United States and have written the PSAT themselves. They have expert knowledge of the PSAT and the skills necessary for students to feel confident going into the test.
Students begin their preparation with a full PSAT diagnostic test. The specialists then analyze the results and create individualized plans for each student that provides an in-depth review of the exam material and targets the student’s challenges. There is focus on test-taking strategies and tips that play to the strengths of each student and improve on areas of weakness.
1-to-1 Courses for the PSATs
Comprehensive Package
This program could be done long-term or as an intensive study plan. It provides extended strategy and skill development in each test section. Comprehensive individualized homework is assigned.
Lesson Hours: 30
Proctored Practice Tests + Personalized Analyses: 3
Homework Materials: Included
Individualized planning tailored to the individual student’s abilities, skills, and timeline. Planning is based on initial practice tests, parental input, and teacher observation
A copy of Princeton Review’s “Cracking the PSAT/NMSQT”
Homework assignments that target student challenges and areas for growth
On-going parental communication and feedback
Total hours: 42
Condensed Package
This program provides skill and strategy development in each test area or in focused areas. Condensed individualized homework is assigned.
Lesson Hours: 16
Proctored Practice Tests + Personalized Analyses: 2
Homework Materials: Included
Individualized planning tailored to the individual student’s abilities, skills, and timeline. Planning is based on initial practice tests, parental input, and teacher observation
A copy of Princeton Review’s “Cracking the PSAT/NMSQT”
Homework assignments that target student challenges and areas for growth
On-going parental communication and feedback
Total hours: 22
Overview Package
This course is an overview of the strategies and skills needed for each section or focused review in one area. Strategic individualized homework is assigned.
Lesson Hours: 10
Proctored Practice Tests + Personalized Analyses: 2
Homework Materials: Included
Individualized planning tailored to the individual student’s abilities, skills, and timeline. Planning is based on initial practice tests, parental input, and teacher observation
A copy of Princeton Review’s “Cracking the PSAT/NMSQT”
Homework assignments that target student challenges and areas for growth
On-going parental communication and feedback
Total hours: 16