SAT Prep

Be Prepared. You are an individual,
so is our test prep.


The most successful way to prepare students for the test is to systematically break down each section into manageable subtexts. Each skill is introduced, taught, and reinforced. We leave no stone unturned. As students obtain mastery of each section, we then introduce the SAT exam as a complete unit.

Whether enrolled in One Smart Kid’s SAT one-on-one tutoring, small group courses, “A La Carte,” or a combination, students will learn the exact skills and strategies they need, in the way they need to learn them.  At One Smart Kid we are successful at raising students scores because we know the test and we know the student.

We provide students with the tools and tricks to maximize their SAT scores.

One-on-one tutoring and small group courses include: ladder

  • Diagnostic Assessment
  • Individualized Lesson Plan
  • Comprehensive Plan of Action
  • Interactive Practice Tests using 100% Real SATs
  • Test-taking Skills and Strategies
  • Problem-solving Techniques
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Pacing and Ordering Strategies
  • Number and Operations
  • Geometry
  • Advanced Algebra
  • Critical Reading
  • Vocabulary
  • Sentence Completions
  • Essay Writing
  • Grammar and Usage
  • Test-taking Confidence

  • ONE-ON-ONE IN-HOME SAT TUTORING

  • At One Smart Kid, one-on-one SAT tutoring is individually designed according to the strengths and weaknesses of each student. We begin with a thorough SAT diagnostic assessment, and follow with an individualized lesson plan. Students are provided with customized curriculum, strategies, and plans of action for each subject. This allows them to achieve SAT success.

  • SUMMER 2011 SAT/COLLEGE PREPARATION COURSES

  • COLLEGE ESSAY BOOT CAMP

    Find Your Voice

    It’s time to find your voice and gear up for college applications! Your college essay lets you tell your story: who you are, what your dreams are, and how you plan to shape the world. In this week-long writing workshop, you will write three college essays that will fulfill the requirements of the University of California application and the Common Application, read your classmates' essays, and give and receive feedback on the writing process. Students will leave the course with three strong essays for their college applications--and with a better sense of their own literary voice.

    Session One
    Date: TBA
    Time: TBA
    Location: TBA
    Cost: TBA
    (financial assistance available)

  • SAT TEST TAKING NUTS AND BOLTS

    One Smart Kid's Genius Gym SAT small group courses sharpen the verbal, math, and writing skills needed to master the SAT. We use a four-tiered test preparation approach that includes instruction, modeling, proficiency, and practice. Our unique Interactive Practice Test turns theory into practice, showing each student how to put those skills into action, and to make the most effective use of his or her time.

    Be prepared! Know what to do! Review all sections of the PSAT, including Critical Reading, Math, Grammar, Essay, and learn test-taking skills and strategies, including pacing, plans of action for each section, and how to eliminate stress and perform at your peak.

    Date TBA
    Time TBA
    Location 3442 Sacramento Street, SF
    Cost TBA
    (financial assistance available)