At Insight Education it is our 18 years of experience in college admissions counseling, coupled with our mastery of academic tutoring and the Insight Method, that gives our students the best possible preparation for standardized tests like the SAT and the ACT and their academic subjects. Our test prep and tutoring philosophy takes into full account the college admissions method employed by colleges instead of simply pushing kids to get the highest possible score at any and all costs.
Insight Test Prep Classes & Tutoring is offered for:
What distinguishes Insight Test Prep?
- Practical test-taking skills and strategies
- Bridging gaps in content and conceptual knowledge on a subject by subject basis
- Learning from errors and from correct answers (Why did I eliminate the correct multiple choice answer?)
- Diagnostic practice tests & instructor review
- Critical thinking and analysis skills
- Anxiety management exercises
- Pushing our students to excel, meeting and exceeding their potential
Who teaches Insight’s class & tutoring students?
Our instructors all hold at least a conferred undergraduate degree or higher. We seek out only experienced instructors who are experts in their subject area. In order to confirm their abilities all of our instructors must take one or more diagnostic exams during the hiring process. Once they are hired, we train our instructors and prepare them to teach to the Insight Method.
Insight One-on-one
Our private tutoring option is suited to students who are very busy and therefore cannot squeeze in a structured class or boot camp. It is also great for students who prefer personalized attention and tactical guidance suited to their specific strengths and weaknesses.
Insight Classes
With regularly scheduled full-length diagnostic exams and subsequent review, students will become more comfortable with the target exam and garner an increasing level of confidence that will help them succeed when they take the real test.
What Are Insight Students & Parents saying?
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“Zach, thank you so much for helping me become a confident and successful writer”
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“We were extremely happy throughout the process – got much more than what we invested in Insight counseling.”
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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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“Insight counselors truly care about students not only during their time at Insight but further along the road.”
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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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“Sarah was a great mentor & worked with our kid in keeping him motivated & focused along the way. She is extremely knowledgeable ”
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“I wanted to thank Purvi from the bottom of my heart for guiding both of my kids through the maze of high school education.”
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“Our counselor really helped in educating us – the parents – on the process.”
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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
Mon, Wed, Fri
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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
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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
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Studying In A Group Is Scientifically Awesome
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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..
