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5 TEST PREPARATION 8 SAT Power 5 Real Tests Detailed Review Session with Test Prep Teacher Intensive drilling includes one full mock SAT per session Detailed reviews of each mock test to identify and correct errors SAT SATII Subject Test - Math 2 (Level 2) Course The objective of this course is to help students review the topics covered on the SAT Math 2 Examination. In order to enroll in this course, a student should have completed a Pre- Calculus course or be currently enrolled in either an IB HL or SL Mathematics course. If required, the instructor may focus on topics that are entirely new to the student. This course will prepare any student for the SAT II Math 2 (Level 2) exam. SAT Subject Test - Physics Course This course focuses on reviewing concepts and developing problem-solving skills. The instructor will highlight the importance of the essential concepts of physics, showing how to use these physical principles in order to solve specific problems. Questions related to experiments will also be analyzed. This course will prepare any student for the SAT II Physics exam. SATII Power Course 5 Mock Tests 10 hours of Review Subject Test - Math 2 (Level 2) Course/ Physics Course Fall Regular A 10:00-1:00 Fall Regular B 2:00-5:00 Mid-Term Intensive A^ 10:00-1:00 Mid-Term Intensive B^ 2:00-5:00 ^Mid-Term Intensive is from 29th Sept to 26th Oct, Cost: $6,750 per course / $1,350 per day Fall Regular - A 1st Sep - 29th Sep 2018 Fall Regular - B 27th Oct - 24th Nov 2018 ^Tests in US only. 18 hours of Instruction per subject 1 Mock Exam Students with strong base knowledge, who want to push their scores higher and be prepared for the timing of the test 6th Oct th Oct rd Nov 2018^ Cost: $8,820 SATII Subject Test - Chemistry/Biology Course An intensive course aiming to cover all topic areas needed for the exam and strategies designed to tackle the different type of questions. Comprising of 18 hours teaching, a mock exam, and a review session. This can prepare any student for the SAT Chemistry exam or SAT Biology exam in either E or M. SATII Subject Test - Chemistry/Biology Course 18 hours of Instruction per subject 1 Mock Exam Fall Regular A 10:00-1:00 Fall Regular B 2:00-5:00 Mid-Term Intensive A^ 10:00-1:00 Mid-Term Intensive B^ 3:00-6:00 ^Mid-Term Intensive is from 29th Sept to 26th Oct, 2018 SAT II Biology / Chemistry Power Series 5 Real SAT Biology and Chemistry Mock Test Detailed reviews of each mock test to identify and correct errors Intensive drilling on popular topic areas Subject-specific strategies to tackle different type of questions SATII Subject Test - Chemistry/Biology Power Series 5 Mock Tests 10 Hours of Review Fall Regular A 11:00-12:00 Mock 12:30-2:30 Review Mid-Term Intensive A 12:00-1:00 Mock 1:30-3:30 Review Suitable for MYP/iGCSE Pre-IB/Pre-AP Students. ^Mid-Term Intensive is from 29th Sept to 26th Oct, 2018 Cost: $8,820 Cost: $5000/course $1,000/day TEST PREPARATION: SSAT Our range of SSAT courses is built on years of expertise, world-class content development, and an exam-tested approach that builds students competence and confidence on test day. SSAT Essentials Reading Verbal Math Essay Lessons begin with exercises that teach 1,000 highfrequency SSAT words Comprehensive overview of all the sections in the test, covering the essential concepts and strategies Also available for ISEE students SSAT English Builder SSAT/Intermediate SAT Vocabulary SSAT Essay Writing & Fundamentals of Persuasive Writing Learn 600+ SSAT and SAT vocabulary words Lay the foundations for effective persuasive writing for younger students SSAT Boot Camp Reading Essay Writing Strategies Extensive Vocabulary Prepare students with strategies for all sections of the SSAT Combine SSAT Essentials and SSAT English Builder into one unified course Teach high frequency vocabulary words Students in early and middle high school looking for an introduction to test preparation Students who are preparing for the SSAT/ISEE or who want a basis for SAT Preparation Students who want comprehensive preparation for the SSAT/ISEE with a rigorous schedule TEST PREPARATION EDGE CREDIT - a new way to SAVE MONEY. Call us today! 9

6 TEST PREPARATION SSAT Essentials Course 20 Hours of Instruction per subject 2 Mock Tests (Material Fee $250 will be charged separately) Regular - A 4th Sep - 9th Oct 2018* SSAT English Builder Course Tue 4:30-6:30 11:00-1:00 13th Oct 2018 Regular - B 24th Sep - 29th Oct 2018* Mon & Thu 4:30-6:30 10th Nov :00-1:00; 2:00-4:00 13th Oct th Nov 2018 Weekend Course 15th Sep - 17th Nov :00-4:00 8th Dec Hours of Instruction per subject 1 Mock Test (Material Fee $250 will be charged separately) Period Regular - A 3rd Sep - 8th Oct 2018* Mon 4:30-6:30 2:00-4:00 Regular - B 24th Sep - 29th Oct 2018* Mon & Thu 4:30-6:30 Mid-Term Intensive 15th Oct - 26th Oct 2018^ Mon - 2:00-4:00 Weekend Course 15th Sep - 17th Nov :00-6:00 SSAT Boot Camp 40 Hours of Instruction per subject 3 Mock Tests (Material Fee $250 will be charged separately) Period Regular - A 15th Sep - 17th Nov :00-6:00 TEST PREPARATION: U.K. ADMISSIONS TESTS 1 on 1 U.K. Admissions Test Tutoring TSA LNAT CLT BMAT UKCAT MAT STEP PAT NSAA HAT and more... Timed practices Familiarizing with the question terms Rigorous techniques and strategies for answering questions TEST PREPARATION: IELTS AND TOEFL Cost: $19,600 20% off for all students (limited time discount!) IELTS AND TOEFL Expand vocabulary, knowledge of idiomatic phrases and academic collocations Identify problem areas within different test sections Apply Classic Question based strategies to effectively answer test questions Call us for more details! The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) are the two most widely accepted standardized tests of English language proficiency for non-native English language speakers wishing to enroll in universities. Our IELTS and TOEFL courses help our students improve test results through our proprietary approach which focuses on overall linguistic competence and confidence in the usage of English as a communicative tool. IELTS TOEFL Cost: $8,020 (2 modules, 48 hours)/ $5,800 (1 module, 24 hours) 24 Hours of Instruction per module (Material Fee $250 will be charged separately) Course Name Module 1: Reading & Writing Module 2: Speaking & Listening Regular - A Tue & Fri 5:00-7:00 Regular - B Wed & 5:00-7:00 Weekend 2:00-4:00 Regular Tue & Fri 6:00-8:00 Weekend 4:00-6:00 Cost: $15,900 (2 modules, 48 hours)/ $11,300 (1 module, 24 hours) 24 Hours of Instruction per module (Material Fee $250 will be charged separately) Course Name Module 1: Reading & Writing Module 2: Speaking & Listening PRE-IB/AP Regular - A Tue & 5:00-7:00 Regular - B Tue & Fri 5:00-7:00 Weekend 3:00-5:00 Regular Mon & Thu 6:00-8:00 Weekend 5:00-7:00 ACADEMIC TUTORING: PRE-IB/AP ENGLISH COURSE Thinking of getting a head start on IB or AP English? Our pre-ib/ap English courses are designed to teach the fundamental skills that are required to excel in reading, writing, and analysis. PRE-IB/AP ENGLISH COURSE Literary and Rhetorical Analysis Essay Writing Instill the skills needed to earn a 7 in IB English or a 5 in AP English Teach how to write high-scoring essays for IB/AP coursework and exams Prepare students to read and analyze the most challenging literary and language texts Readies students for the demands of both literature and language in IB and AP courses English Course 20 Hours of Instruction per subject (Material Fee $250 will be charged separately) Remark Regular - A Fri 5:00-7:00 Regular - B 10:00-12:00 Mid-Term Intensive All course dates and times are subject to change. ^Mid-Term Intensive is from 29th Sept to 26th Oct, 2018 Suitable for MYP/iGCSE/Pre-IB/Pre-AP Students ACADEMIC TUTORING GROUP STUDY DISCOUNTS are available. Contact us today for more information! 10 Free course retakes 11

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