Working with Marc and Tom was the best thing for my son. He went up 190 points on the SAT and 3…read morepoints on the ACT. He was able to get the score he needed for the colleges he wants to apply to. I can't thank them enough for really understanding my son's learning style and giving him the individualized instruction that he needed. I highly recommend them!

I found overseeing Zack do his college essay a struggle. I was tired of the arguing, so I hired…read moreMarc and washed my hands of the situation. Best money spent! Essay is soooo good and Zack (as most kids) responded much better to anyone that's not a parent. He worked with him via technology, so anyone, anywhere can use him. I've used his team members for tutoring as well. Really easy, definitely worth it!

Let's start with the best thing about the place: the people…read more My tutors were really kind and patient, even when I was frustrating them with how often I get questions wrong and how often they have to explain the same things to get it through my skull. Patience is the virtue that any good teacher has, and patience is the quality that all the tutors in C2 possess. Also, when I began, I took two practice SATs on my own and on my first test in C2 and I kept scoring in the 1200s, however, when I went to C2, my scores kept on increasing, and now I am in the high 1300s to low 1400s range in only 90 hours. That's a huge improvement that this place has done on me! And most importantly: Shout out to Stephanie Rubin, someone who is always excited to help people willingly, accept people unconditionally, and encourages people enthusiastically. Thank you for your time.

The special attention and professionalism of this C2 branch is beyond stellar. My son enjoys his…read moreinstructors and the classes. Lori, the director, is always on top of things and makes time to answer any questions or concerns. I would recommend that you start your kids early.

We have worked for years with Practice Perfect and I can only say that the tutoring is terrific…read more The tutors technique and commitment is spot on. We have used for both kids and have gotten excellent results. I feel they were that much better prepared for college .

My daughter's scores jumped 250 points after her Practice Perfect tutoring. Her tutor was prompt…read moreand flexible about scheduling, used the time effectively, tailored the sessions to her specific needs, and gave us useful advice about the college application process. Now she's heading to an excellent college with a scholarship. We recommended PP to her friends, who had similar results.

Alyssa is fantastic! She was recommended to us as a writing tutor by my sons' former principal…read more She worked w/ him on both his writing & on ACT test prep. She helped him improve both dramatically. In addition, I have recommended her to others & all have reported that their childrens' test scores have improved. I will definitely use her for my 2nd son if she can take him.. Strongly recommend!

From the owner: Students Who Attend Alyssa Petrone Test Preparation Can:…read more Learn concrete strategies and methodologies that help "demystify" the test, thereby putting the student in control of the test rather than succumbing to it. Learn how to "pace" and work comfortably within the arbitrary time constraints of the test. Develop confidence and reduce test anxiety through regular, disciplined practice. Improve critical reasoning abilities through mastery of frequently asked question types including: inference, weakening/strengthening arguments, uncovering assumptions and comparing and contrasting Points of View. Develop higher levels of thinking by learning how to "synthesize" information. Identify and learn to overcome barriers to good performance such as, "overthinking", making unwarranted assumptions, and carelessness. Learn the grammar most commonly used on the SAT, ACT, GRE and GMAT as well as the "tip offs" to spotting the errors on the tests.

Great place and community !! We are so happy to have found this place with an incredible staff.read more