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Aug 26

Is the ISEE Really NEEDED FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL ADMISSIONS?

By Angela B. Elementary School, ISEE, Middle School, SSAT

As we approach a new age of the pandemic, the school system faces more challenges and tries to navigate accordingly. Private middle and high schools in Los Angeles are flooded with parents seeking a better education for their child, but they’re continually met with “test optional”, “test blind”, and “school specific.” It’s understandably confusing and…

Feb 24

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ISEE vs. SSAT: What are the key differences?

By Angela B. ISEE, SSAT, Test Prep

By now you’ve probably heard of the big, bad independent school entrance exams. What you might not know...the differences between these two contenders. While some students don’t get the option to choose which entrance examination they take, others receive the gift of choice. When choosing a test it’s so important to weigh all the factors,…

Feb 15

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How I Rocked My ISEE Upper Level Test: Part II

By Angela B. High School, ISEE, Practice Tests, Test Prep

This blog is Part II of our How I Rocked My ISEE Upper Level series. To read Part I, check out: How I Rocked My ISEE Upper Level Test: Part I Sections and Strategies Angela: What section or strategy did you feel needed the most of your attention? Ariana: I would say more of the…

Feb 10

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How I Rocked My ISEE Upper Level Test: Part I

By Angela B. High School, ISEE, Practice Tests, Test Prep

This blog is Part I of our How I Rocked My ISEE Upper Level series. To read Part II, check out: How I Rocked My ISEE Upper Level Test: Part II Due to the pandemic the Educational Records Bureau has closed most of its paper and prometric test sites offering the primary level, lower level,…

Dec 30

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Private School Admissions: Insider Tips and Ways to Prepare for the Mysterious New Writing Sample

By Angela B. Elementary School, High School, HSPT, Independent School Admissions, ISEE, Middle School

Tis the season! Well...it’s that time of year again. Interview Time! If you’re a stressed parent of a private school applicant you’re probably going into a mild panic attack-style sweat waiting for the highly anticipated interview. As many schools have adapted this year to the pandemic and need for online schooling, they still haven’t quite…