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Make the Most of School Tours

Fall is tour season! It’s the perfect time to view artwork on the walls, hear laughter in the hallways, and see students in action....

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NYC Admissions: Get Prepared

August is a great time to enjoy lazy days at the beach, finish up your summer reading lists, and start thinking about applications! More...

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Kindergarten Testing and Interviews

by Stephanie Sigal, M.A. CCC-SLP Help prepare your child for kindergarten testing and interviews by expanding how you communicate every...

Tips for a Successful Kindergarten School Visit

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Tips for a Successful Kindergarten School Visit

The NYC private school admissions season is right around the corner! All applications will be open by the day after Labor Day. Everyone...

Start Preparing Now for NYC's Fall Admissions Season

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Start Preparing Now for NYC's Fall Admissions Season

NYC's private school admissions season will be here before you know it! While it may officially still be summer, some schools open their...

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Let's Talk Testing

There are many components to a successful school application. You will be carefully crafting parent statements, researching schools for...

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School Open Houses: Make Them Count

It’s spring! Time for warmer weather, longer days, lighter clothes… and school research! Although that may not have been what you were...

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How to Manage a Waitlist

You’ve gotten through the admissions season only to find yourself in an unexpected spot: with several acceptances but waitlisted at your...

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How to Write a Great Parent Statement

Admissions season is in full swing. Preliminary applications have been submitted and interviews are being scheduled. A key component to...

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Choosing the Right NYC Private School

Admissions season is here! With over 80 independent schools in New York City, there is a dizzying number of options. While we are lucky...

5 Tips for a Successful Parent Interview

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5 Tips for a Successful Parent Interview

Interviews are your 15-minute chance to shine and sell your child as best you can. Here are some quick tips: Turn off your cell phone...

Should You Hire a NYC Educational Consultant?

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Should You Hire a NYC Educational Consultant?

Applying to the New York City independent schools, whether for kindergarten, middle school, or high school, can be a challenging task....

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