Math Foundations
Is for you if...
- You have gapsYou forgot parts of it, or never fully learned it.
- You memorizedYou know formulas but not why they work.
- You get stuckNew-looking problems leave you lost.
- You dread mathWeak spots make it stressful.
Programs · Foundations
Foundations.
Lay the base for a higher score
Most low scores aren’t about ability. They come from a few missing building blocks. We find them, rebuild them, and every point after gets easier.
Private 1:1 coachingOne student, one specialist, your schedulePrivate only
Scoring below 600 in a section? This is where the climb starts.
Two subjects. One solid base.
Pick the track that sounds like your child, or take both.
Verbal Foundations
Is for you if...
- You miss the meaningYou read the words but finish unsure what it said.
- You struggle to retainYou understand it, then barely remember it after.
- You get stuckLong sentences and dense passages are hard to follow.
- You avoid readingIt feels frustrating, so you skip it.
Fix the base once. Every score after rises.
Each skill rebuilt makes the next one easier to learn.
The process · 4 steps
From gaps to growth
Most students below 600 aren’t “bad at math” or “bad at reading.” They’re missing a few building blocks. Here’s how we find and rebuild them.
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Step 1 of 4: Pinpoint the Gaps. A free SAT diagnostic shows exactly which skills are holding the score back.
Sample week & pace
Up to 3 private sessions a week
On the days that suit your family. Typical length: 8–12 weeks.
Pick any 2–3 days.
We build around them.
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- TuePrivate Lesson
- WedAvailable
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- Expert supportUp to 3 private lessons a week, with a dedicated Foundations specialist for every topic.
- A plan built only for your childEvery lesson targets your child’s specific gaps. Nothing generic, nothing wasted.
- Pace that adaptsSpeeds up when a skill clicks. Slows down when it needs more time.
Simple, weekly pricing
One weekly price. A dedicated specialist, a plan built around your child, and only the topics they need.
Private 1:1
Math only
Math Foundations
Math + Verbal
Both Tracks
Verbal only
Verbal Foundations
Not sure where your child should start?
Your tutorsTutors who have
Tutors who have
walked the path
The insight
Being naturally great at the SAT and knowing how to make someone else great at it are two very different skills. So we hire smart people who struggled too, and train them until they score at an elite level.
Our founder’s SAT journeyShe learned this test
She learned this test
the hard way
- 1130First SAT
- 1250After 7 years
teaching math - 1600Today
level
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Master's from Johns Hopkins
Our founder taught math for seven years before mastering the SAT.
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Months of full-time training
Every tutor is trained until they can score at an elite level.
Our promise
No fluff,
just results.
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They know the struggle
Your student’s tutor has already walked the path they’re about to take.
Every fear. Answered.
Example result
Real points, rebuilt
+410 points
+410 pointsA Foundations student rebuilt Math and Reading skills from the base, then moved into SAT Intensive.
Individual results vary.
1310Foundations student
- Math
“Am I just bad at math?”
Math finally clicks
- Score
“Can I really improve this much?”
+410 points
- Goal
“Will I ever break 1200?”
Scored 1310
- Next
“Will I be ready for SAT Intensive?”
Moved up to Intensive
FAQ
What parents ask us
Straight answers to the questions parents ask us most.
Private 1:1
Still have a question?
Every family starts with a free 15-minute call. We’ll answer everything.
01What score does my child need for Foundations?
Foundations is built for students scoring below 600 in Math or Verbal. A free SAT diagnostic shows exactly which skills are costing points and confirms where your child should start.
02Does my child have to study every topic?
No. The diagnostic maps which skills are already solid and which are missing, and the plan covers only the gaps. Time goes where it moves the score.
03How does private Foundations tutoring work?
Your child works one-on-one with a dedicated Foundations specialist, live and online, on a plan built from their diagnostic. Short practice between sessions locks each skill in.
04How many sessions can my child take each week?
Up to 3 private sessions a week per track, on the days that suit your family. Taking both Math and Verbal means up to 6.
05How long does Foundations take?
Most students take 8–12 weeks for Math and 3–6 weeks for Verbal. The pace adapts: it speeds up when a skill clicks and slows down when it needs more time.
06How much does it cost?
One track is $250 a week; Math and Verbal together are $500 a week. There are no separate fees for the diagnostic or the first call.
07What if my child keeps getting the same questions wrong?
That is exactly what Foundations is for. Repeated mistakes point to a missing building block, so the specialist goes back and rebuilds that skill before moving on.
08What results can we expect?
Every student is different, but rebuilding the base is what makes later points come faster. Progress is tracked and shared with you throughout. Individual results vary.
09What happens after Foundations?
Once the base is set, your child is ready to step up to SAT Intensive and work on real, test-level questions.
10How do we get started?
Book a free 15-minute call or take the free SAT diagnostic. We will walk you through the results and recommend where your child should begin.
Your next step
Ready to lay your base?
Book a free 15-minute call and get a clear plan for your next step.
- 1Book a free 15-min callTell us your goals, scores and test date.
- 2Take the free SAT diagnosticWe pinpoint exactly which skills cost you points.
- 3Get your personal planPrivate 1:1, built around your child’s gaps and pace.
Refer a friend, get a free private lessonEarn a free private lesson for each friend who enrolls. Your third referral also unlocks a free 2-hour College Admissions Strategy Session.
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