The ISEE Essay: Tips and Practice Prompts
Essay Overview The ISEE essay is the last section of the ISEE. Students are given 30 minutes to respond to a prompt. The essay is not...
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Overview of the ISEE Lower Level
The Lower Level ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is an admissions test used by many independent schools throughout the United...
Should you add score recipients when registering for the ISEE?
As you’re registering your child for the ISEE, you’ll be asked if you want to send your scores to any schools. While this step may seem...
How is the ISEE Scored?
The ISEE consists of four sections which are scored separately and included on a report that is sent to you and any schools that you...
6 Must Do’s the Week Before the ISEE
The big day is almost here! You’ve spent months preparing for the ISEE, and you’re one week away from taking your official test. You’ve...
Expert Tips for Improving Your Vocabulary
The vocabulary words that show up on all three levels of the ISEE and the HSPT are challenging, so it’s important for students to start...
How to Prevent Silly Mistakes in Math
One of the most common questions we hear from parents is, “Why does my child make so many silly mistakes, and how can I help them stop?”...
Tips for Making the ISEE Test Prep Process Less Stressful
The test prep process for the ISEE can be daunting. For most students, the process takes three to six months. With all of the schoolwork,...
What is considered a good score on the ISEE?
You’ve taken your first practice ISEE test and you’ve scored it, but you’re not really sure what your scores mean. Since the ISEE isn’t...
Types of Reading Comprehension Questions on the ISEE
The Reading Comprehension section appears on all three levels of the ISEE. The section consists of passages accompanied by a set of...
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