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The Critical Thinking Child, prepares students for required admissions tests for top public, private, and independent schools. For students seeking entry into 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades.<\/p>\n
This includes:<\/p>\n
Additionally, we specialize in preparing students for standardized tests like i-Ready and Star 360, that focus on math, reading, English Language Arts (ELA) and other core subjects.<\/p>\n
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<\/strong><\/p>\n We provide virtual one-on-one test prep for both gifted and classical exams to help students achieve qualifying scores. We also prep for G&T admissions tests.<\/p>\n The Selective Enrollment Elementary Schools (SEES) program in Chicago comprises some of the city’s most esteemed public elementary schools. To be considered for admission, students must take a required test or tests, which vary depending on the specific program.<\/p>\n For students currently in grades 1-5, there are two test options.<\/strong><\/p>\n CPS Classical Schools require an achievement skills test assessing reading and math abilities. 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