Insight’s one-on-one tutoring program, Academic Insight, offers support in both Academic Subjects & Standardized Test Prep as students pursue GPA and test score improvement. At Insight, improving grades or test scores involves more than simply understanding the material. With expert tutors who have mastered their subject area(s), along with thoroughly researched and well-executed curricula, our one-on-one tutoring sessions focus on teaching and encouraging students to have greater self-confidence, increased motivation, and an understanding of how to apply more effective study skills, in addition to enhancing and solidifying their conceptual and content knowledge.
Our tutoring program may begin with a diagnostic test in the subject of choice; this test serves as the basis for the first tutoring session. Moving forward, our instructors customize their lessons to the needs of the individual student. Students can meet with their tutors for as many or as few hours as they need. We know just how busy our families are, so our tutors work around students’ schedules and all sessions take place in one of our conveniently located centers.
We offer Academic and Test Prep tutoring in the following areas:
English Language
- SAT- Evidence based Reading & Writing / ACT- English & Reading
- High school courses on English Language Development
Math
- SAT- Math / ACT- Math & Science
- SAT Subject Test Math Level-2
- High School Math- Algebra 1, Algebra 2/Trigonometry, Geometry, Pre-Calculus Honors, Math Analysis, Application of Advanced Math
- AP Calculus AB/BC
- AP Statistics
Chemistry
- High School Chemistry & Chemistry Honors
- SAT Subject Test Chemistry
- AP Chemistry
Biology
- High School Biology & Physiology
- SAT Subject Test Biology
- AP Biology
Physics
- High School Physics & Physics Honors
- SAT Subject Test Physics
- AP Physics 1/Physics 2/Physics C-Mech / Physics C-E&M
AP Environmental Science
History
- High School U.S. History, World History,European History
- SAT Subject Test U.S. History, World Histor
- AP U.S. History, World History,European History
Our Tutors & Class Instructors
Ben
SAT- Reading & Writing, ACT- English & Reading, High School English Language Development, US History, World History
Ben is a passionate instructor who loves the English language and he brings that passion to his students every day. He holds an undergraduate degree in English, an MA in English and an MFA in English-Creative Writing. All of his degrees are from San Francisco State University. Ben is an alum of the Kings Academy and grew up in the Bay Area. Ben has been with Insight Education since 2011 teaching numerous SAT boot camps, SAT Classes, AP US History Classes, World History Classes, and private 1-1 SAT & ACT Prep and other private tutoring assignments. Ben is currently also a lecturer at San Francisco State University and Ohlone College.
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Read more…Chinmayi
SAT Preparation in Math and English, SAT Subject test tutoring
Chinmayi is a recent graduate of Williams College with a degree in Mathematics, and a Fulbright grantee to Bulgaria teaching English and coaching debate to high schoolers. She grew up in Saratoga and attended Lynbrook High School. She has five years of experience tutoring students of all grade levels in English and Math and is excited to help her students at Insight prepare for the SAT and university.
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Read more…Gary
All levels of Chemistry- Chemistry Honors, SAT Subject Test Chemistry and AP Chemistry.
Gary holds a PhD in Chemistry from UC Santa Cruz. He served as a tenured professor at De Anza College for over 12 years and has over 22 years of teaching experience in Chemistry. Gary is also a current member of the faculty at West Valley College and has previously taught at a number of California Community Colleges and CSU campuses. Since 2011, Gary has taught all levels of Chemistry- Chemistry Honors, SAT Subject Test Chemistry and AP Chemistry in Classes and extensive 1-1 tutoring at Insight. He is a fantastic instructor who keeps his students engaged and learning throughout the course with a sprinkle of humor and storytelling.
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Read more…Jennifer
SAT- Reading, Writing& Math, ACT- English, Reading, Math & Science, All levels of Physics, Chemistry, Biology & Math
Jennifer holds an undergraduate degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University and a Master’s degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Stanford University. She led various research projects at the NASA Ames Research Center before shifting gears to academics. With more than 15 years of experience in teaching high school academics, Jennifer prides her expertise across all levels of Mathematics, including SAT Math and ACT Math/Science, Math Level-2, Calculus and Statistics. Her knowledge and teaching expertise of high school and university-level science subjects includes Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Engineering, as well as English, History and Economics. Her forte lies in collaborating with the students to support them in achieving their academic goals through personalized approach and instruction.
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Read more…Natalie
ACT- English & Reading, High School English Language Development
Natalie has been teaching English and Reading for more than 30 years after earning her B.A. In English at Yale University and Master’s Degree as a Reading Specialist from Purdue University. After retiring from De Anza College, Natalie specializes in ACT- English and Reading, and High School English Language Development tutoring and class instruction at Insight. She loves to read and believes that reading is one key to contentment and success.
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Read more…Nicholas
CalTech graduate tutoring in Math, Biology and Chemistry
Nicholas is a recent graduate from CalTech where he studied Bioengineering. He is from sunny Southern California originally but enjoys the exciting environment of the Bay Area. At CalTech, he served as a TA for several courses and is looking forward to helping students with Math, Biology, and Chemistry.
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Read more…What Are Insight Students & Parents saying?
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“From their knowledge of all the colleges and resources, professionalism and the hands-on coaching, Insight has raised the bar! ”
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“I am currently a student at Carnegie Mellon University and I can honestly say that without Insight Education, I would not have gotten in.”
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“I took an Insight SAT Boot Camp, and afterward I got 1570 on the SAT! 800 in MATH!”
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“It was the best experience ever! Purvi is so friendly and she really knows her stuff. She helped me to edit my personal statements for UCs.”
Newsletter
UPCOMING TEST
PREP CLASSES
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15 April
SAT Math level 2 Boot Camp
Mon - Fri
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15 April
SAT Chemistry Boot Camp
Mon - Fri
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15 April
SAT Biology Boot Camp
Mon - Fri
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14 June
SAT Summer Session One
Mon, Wed, Fri
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18 June
ACT Summer Session One
Tue & Thurs
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06 July
ACT Summer Boot Camp
Every Saturday
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10 July
SAT Summer Session Two
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05 August
SAT August Boot Camp
Mon - Fri
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10 August
ACT Fall Express Boot Camp
Every Saturday
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31 August
SAT Fall Express Boot Camp
Every Saturday
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Summer Plans for High School Graduates
May 24, 2019
To the Class of 2019. This is it! You are finally graduating high school and getting ready for that next step of your life, whatever that may be. You have made it through high school, hopefully unscathed and excited for the future. For those o..
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An Insight to Saint Mary’s College
May 20, 2019
I was lucky enough to be able to recently tour Saint Mary’s College, a welcoming gem of a school tucked away just an hour and a half from the South Bay area. Saint Mary’s College has been in Moraga for over 100 years, yet few have h..
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Help! I Got A D – Can I Still Go To A UC?
May 11, 2019
We have been asked the question “If I get a D grade in Freshman year, does that mean I can’t go to a UC?” Here’s the good news: YOU CAN STILL GO TO A UC!! So exhale, take your hand off the panic button and let that sink i..
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Studying In A Group Is Scientifically Awesome
May 6, 2019
Fact: Studying in a group can be much more effective than studying alone! I’m not just saying this because of what I’ve observed as a teacher and counselor, but this is actually what years of scientific research are showing. Stu..
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Happy College Signing Day, Insight Class of 2019!
May 1, 2019
Today, May 1st, 2019, we celebrate our amazing Class of 2019! It has been our privilege as a team to work with the students and families that entrusted us during this process. We are so proud of all the hard work and dedication shown by our ..
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World Book Day: Team Insight’s Favorite Reads!
April 22, 2019
Team Insight is excited to be celebrating World Book Day this April 23, 2019! Below is a selection of our favorite books to read and recommend. Sarah’s Pick: “Everything That Remains: A Memoir by The Minimalists” I don..
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When Should You Start Thinking About College Counseling?
April 16, 2019
One question I’m asked all the time when I tell people what I do is “when should my child start thinking about college and college admissions counseling?” (Ps – prefer to watch rather than read? View our video on this top..
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Do You Want To Take A Gap Year? Here’s Why That’s A-OK!
April 10, 2019
“A gap year?” – Puzzled Parents No, a gap year does not mean you spend the majority of your time hanging out shopping at The Gap in the mall closest to your home. Rather, a gap year most commonly refers to taking a year off from school i..
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Explaining “SIR” – Statement of Intent to Register
April 5, 2019
Now that many of you have heard back from most of your schools, you will start hearing people talk about completing their SIR, asking if you’ve completed yours, and asking where your “SIR-ing” too? And you may be asking you..
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How To Build Your College List
March 26, 2019
A question that we hear a lot from students and families during their first meeting with us is how to think about building a college list, and what they should consider in this process. There is a combination of factors that result in not only..
