Format
- Most boarding schools require applicants to take one of the two standardized admissions test: the SSAT or the ISEE
- Solid scores on the standardized test will confirm the student’s ability to do well academically at the school
- Each school has its own admission standards
Ampla’s Preparation Courses
Following our initial assessment, students will receive a customized plan based on the following curriculum which is designed to imitate US school assessments.
Course Highlights:
- Review and teach each topic covered in the subjects tested by the applied schools
- Cover test-taking strategies including time management, making informed guesses and how to handle stress
- Familiarize students with different exam styles/ techniques/ mark schemes through practicing past papers
- Revise and improve English vocabulary and grammar skills
- Practice planning and writing a range of different essay styles and topics
English
- Reading Comprehension: learn to efficiently extract information and grasp the main idea of passages about history, literature and sciences
- Writing: practice planning and writing a range of essay topics using various techniques and styles
Maths
- Key concepts and formulae
- Terminology
- Familiarity with different types of questions
- Strengthen ability to answer complicated questions tactically
Verbal
- Identify and practice techniques to use
- Improve vocabulary skills
- Enhance knowledge about word roots (e.g. suffixes and prefixes) in order to figure out relationships between different words (e.g. synonyms and analogies)
Interview
Mock interviews taught by experienced boarding school-educated consultants
Equip students with the skill sets that are crucial to the success of both individual and group interviews
Content: common questions and improvised responses
Delivery: eye contact, body language, speech
- Provide comprehensive feedback detailing a list of actions
Notes:
- Essay planning and structuring: submit your essay plan along with your essay wherever possible. If you run out of time and do not finish writing, you may still get marks from your essay plan
- Improve vocabulary skills
Ampla’s Course Highlights
Following our initial diagnostic test, students will receive a personalized study plan:
- 24/7 on-demand tutoring with our experienced US boarding school specialists (online/ face-to-face lessons available)
- Full-length and single-section practice tests for assignment complemented by weekly timed quizzes and progress reports
Strategic Plan
A week-by-week study plan specifically designed for you.
Targeted Approach
Review each topic with a focus on weaker areas, with condensed notes and study materials provided.
Practical Skills
Cover test-taking strategies including time management, making informed guesses and how to handle stress.
Exam Drill
Familiarize with different exam styles/ techniques/ mark schemes through practice papers.
US Schools Admissions
Ampla's US Boarding School Admissions Services range from consultation, school selection, applications essays guidance to SSAT/ ISEE preparation, interview coaching and extra support.
Consulting ServicesAdmissions Success
Our consultants have helped students gain admission to Andover, Exeter, Choate, Deerfield, Loomis Chaffee, Dana Hall, Stevenson and more.
US Boarding School ApplicationsComplimentary Consultation
Contact us now to schedule a mock test and arrange a complimentary meeting with our dedicated US boarding school specialists.