SSAT and ISEE Prep
So what’s the difference between the SSAT, the ISEE, and the HSPT?
In short, the SSAT and ISEE are both entrance exams for students seeking to enter private schools from grades 2 to 11. The HSPT is an entrance exam for students applying to upper level parochial schools. But regardless of which test your child needs to prepare for, we can help.
SSAT vs ISEE
Similarities
Differences
| SSAT | ISEE |
|---|---|
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Students can take the test an unlimited number of times |
Students limited to testing once per test season (Aug-Nov) (Dec-Mar)(Apr-Jul) |
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Verbal section contains analogies |
Verbal section contains sentence completions |
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“Guessing” Penalty of 1/4 point per incorrect answer |
No “guessing” penalty |
What schools accept which tests?
Please confirm with all schools before moving ahead with the admissions process*
| School | Test |
| Academy of Notre Dame de Namur | HSPT |
| Agnes Irwin | SSAT or ISEE |
| The Baldwin School | SSAT or ISEE |
| Country Day School of the Sacred Heart | HSPT |
| Devon Prep | HSPT |
| Episcopal Academy | SSAT or ISEE |
| Friends Central | SSAT or ISEE |
| Germantown Academy | SSAT or ISEE |
| The Lawrenceville School | SSAT or ISEE |
| Malvern Prep | HSPT |
| Merion Mercy Academy | HSPT |
| Phillips Academy – Andover | SSAT or ISEE |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | SSAT or ISEE |
| Shipley | SSAT or ISEE |
| St. Joseph’s Prep | HSPT |
| The Hill School | SSAT or ISEE |
| Villa Maria Academy | HSPT |
| Westtown School | SSAT or ISEE |
| William Penn Charter | SSAT or ISEE |
The Best Test Prep on the Main Line
When it comes to preparing for the SSAT, your child deserves the best. That’s why our tutors are the highest-rated on the Main Line.
Here are some things that set us apart from the competition.
One-size does not fit all
Our tutors will identify your child’s strengths and weaknesses and develop a customized study plan that’s tailored to their needs. We source that data from practice test sections we assign students throughout the week. This allows us to speak to what your child truly needs, and not spend time on what doesn’t matter.
You’re in the loop every step of the way
We believe that open communication between parents and tutors is essential. That’s why from the first to the final session, we provide detailed progress reports so you can see your child’s areas for growth and successes! With our help, your child will be ready to take their test with confidence – and you’ll be there cheering them on every step of the way.
See What All the Buzz is About!
How else can we support your child?
Many of our students attend…
Conestoga High School
Radnor High School
Great Valley High School
Harriton High School
Malvern Prep
St. Joe’s Prep
The Haverford School
Lower Merion High School
Marple Newtown High School
Upper Merion High School
Princeton High School
The Agnes Irwin School
The Shipley School
Baldwin School for Girls
Moorestown Friends School
Villa Maria Academy
