Prepare with Confidence
Help your child build the skills and confidence needed for high school admissions testing through expert small-group instruction.
This program is designed primarily to prepare students for the CPS PreACT 9 Secure, with supplemental preparation for the HSPT and ISEE. Students will strengthen their skills in English, Math, Reading, and Science while learning effective test-taking strategies.


2026 Program
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Location: The Ancona School
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Dates: August 24 – September 28, 2026
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Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
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Tuition: $625 per student
What Students Will Learn
Students will receive:
Expert small-group instruction
Focused lessons in English, Math, Reading, and Science
Test-taking and time-management strategies
Weekly targeted practice
Progress monitoring throughout the program
Individualized support based on student needs
A post-program progress summary
Is This Program Right for Your Child?
This program is ideal for students who are:
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Preparing for the CPS PreACT 9 Secure
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Applying to selective high schools
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Preparing for the HSPT or ISEE
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Looking to improve academic confidence and test-taking skills

Program Details
Class Size
Small-group instruction to provide personalized support.
Sessions
8 two-hour instructional sessions.
Homework
Students will receive weekly practice assignments to reinforce classroom learning.
Assessments
Students complete a baseline assessment at the beginning of the program and a post-program assessment to measure growth.