CPS Selective Enrollment Test Prep

Proven Track Record of Success - small group -personalized attention!

Our virtual test prep program has consistently delivered outstanding results for 15 years with over 80% of our tutored students achieving a qualifying score for admission to Chicago's Selective Enrollment High Schools (SEHS).

Is your academically advanced student applying to top-tier high schools in Chicago, such as Young, Jones, Payton, Lane Tech, Brooks, King, Lindblom, Westinghouse, Northside Prep, South Shore Intl, and more.

Prep early with The Critical Thinking Child (CTC) for expert test preparation.

Our experienced tutors will guide your child to excel on the High School Admissions Test ( PreACT 9 Secure), a critical component of the selective enrollment process.

Our Comprehensive Test Prep Program

Program features:

• Small group instruction led by live virtual expert tutors
• 5 Practice Tests & Assessments: 1 diagnostic pre-assessment, 3 full-length practice tests (144 questions each, timed, 1 released per week), and 1 post-assessment
• Weekly drill questions, quizzes, and homework assignments
• Guided instruction, skills-based practice, and test pacing strategies to improve performance and build confidence
• Targeted skill development in reading comprehension/grammar, vocabulary building, math (operations, measurement, data/stats, geometry, algebraic problem-solving skills) and New science
• Parent progress reports: real-time access to portal to view your child's scores, category breakdowns, and time management trends
• New - 24/7 Personal Study Coach — AI-powered, safe and secure. Adapts to your child's weaknesses and generates personalized practice. Restricted to academic content only — no off-topic conversations.
• Platform access through October 31

Sunday Sessions· CT · Each session is 2 hours

Time: 3pm to 5pm CT

Choose Your Block at checkout

Block 3A: Aug 19, 26, Sept 2, 9- Wednesdays 5pm to 7pm

Block 3B: Aug 20, 27, Sept 3, 10- Thursdays - 5pm to 7pm

Block 4A: Sept 12, 19, 26, Oct 3 - Saturdays - 8am to 10am

Block 4A: Sept 12, 19, 26, Oct 3 - Saturdays - 10am to 12pm

Block 4A: Sept 12, 19, 26, Oct 3 - Saturdays - 1pm to 3pm

Block 4B: Sept 13, 20, 27, Oct 4 -Sundays - 3pm to 5pm

Limited spots per time slot — reserve yours today.

Why Virtual?

• Convenience and Flexibility: Test prep at your child's convenience - they can join from home and complete assignments on their own schedule.
• Personalized Feedback: Immediate student score reports provide detailed results, and unlimited retakes to allow your child to track progress and improve their performance.
• Reduced Test-Day Anxiety: Virtual practice tests simulate the online testing experience, ensuring your child is comfortable with the format and reducing anxiety on test day.

A link with details on how to join the class will be emailed to you at least 30 min before class starts. You’ll need the ability to stream audio and video. Be sure to check your promotion and spam folder.

TERMS/ REFUND POLICY:

• No refunds after the date of the first session. No make-up session permitted - no exceptions please.
• *Policy note- Student should stick to assigned session block as session transfer will result in additional fees.
• We reserve the right to cancel a session date if participation numbers are not adequate
• *Results may vary and placement into selective school is not guaranteed.

Help your high-achieving 8th grader get into a top Chicago Public high school with our live virtual test prep program. ENROLL TODAY!