Description : SAT preparation in Worcester Academy

Secondary school (grades 6-8)

The curriculum of this phase fully meets the requirements of the State of Massachusetts and the United States, is balanced and effective - it includes the following subjects and areas:

• English
• mathematics
• natural sciences (chemistry, physics, biology)
• social and humanitarian courses
• modern foreign languages ​​(several options to choose from).

In addition, students attend sports sections and creative interest clubs in order to develop harmoniously, to cultivate a comprehensive personality. For foreign students, a supportive language program ESL (English as a Second Language) is proposed, aimed at rapid and comprehensive improvement of all language skills and knowledge:

• Grammar
• Reading
• Auditing (listening comprehension)
• Vocabulary (active expansion of vocabulary)
• Written speech
• Oral speech (spoken English)
• Phonetics (correct pronunciation, accent correction)
• Improve communication skills.

Classes are conducted on weekdays, from Monday to Friday from 8:00 (on Thursday - from 8:55). Usually the school day is divided into 6 periods, but the schedule itself is flexible, "floating", which prevents students from getting tired and retains interest in studies. Every week, students attend from 20 lessons, each of which lasts 45 minutes.

The ratio of teachers to students is 1: 7, and no more than 15 students are enrolled in each class - this makes it possible to practice an individual, personal approach and give maximum attention to each student.

The cost of schooling for an academic year (2 semesters, includes accommodation and meals in full board) is:

• 5-day guesthouse = 53247 $
• 7-day guesthouse = 64417 $.

High school (grades 9-12)

This stage is more complicated: students simultaneously complete the course of secondary school education, preparing for exams, and at the same time are already beginning preparation for successful enrollment in the selected universities. In total, the school teaches over 40 training courses and courses, including 33 specialized programs and AP. The academic plan includes the following main areas:

• English
• modern foreign languages ​​(to choose from)
• theatrical and dramatic skills
• modern technologies and ICT
• humanitarian courses
• mathematics
• art
• natural Sciences.

Teachers closely follow not only academic successes, but also the psychoemotional state of their wards: this period is associated with great stresses, and therefore the school staff are trying in every way to alleviate the state of students, to help them in any issues, problems and difficulties. For example, for senior pupils special sessions are held to compose and conduct presentations (including self-presentation), compiling a resume, passing personal interviews - all this prepares students for comfortable enrollment in the university.

At the end of the 9-12 class program, students present to their classmates, teachers and parents a large research project, over which they work for a whole year - this is also a step towards a university teaching system where such work will be done continuously.

For foreign students, a supportive language program ESL (English as a Second Language) is proposed, aimed at rapid and comprehensive improvement of all language skills and knowledge:

• Grammar
• Reading
• Auditing (listening comprehension)
• Vocabulary (active expansion of vocabulary)
• Written speech
• Oral speech (spoken English)
• Phonetics (correct pronunciation, accent correction)
• Improve communication skills.

Classes are conducted on weekdays, from Monday to Friday from 8:00 (on Thursday - from 8:55). Usually the school day is divided into 6 periods, but the schedule itself is flexible, "floating", which prevents children from getting tired and retains interest in studies. Every week, students attend from 20 lessons, each of which lasts 45 minutes.

The ratio of teachers to students is 1: 7, and no more than 15 children are enrolled in each class - this makes it possible to practice an individual, personal approach and give maximum attention to each student.

The cost of schooling for an academic year (2 semesters, includes accommodation and meals in full board) is:

• 5-day guesthouse = 53247 $
• 7-day guesthouse = 64417 $.

Advanced Placement

An in-depth, more complex program that gives you the opportunity to earn extra points when enrolling in a university. As a rule, at the AP level, students choose for themselves the highest priority areas to increase their chances before the admission committee.

In total, Worcester Academy offers high-school students 33 subjects of increased complexity, including 18 AP-level programs - they cover all the main scientific areas:

• English
• English literature
• foreign languages ​​- classical and modern: Latin, Chinese, French, Spanish
• humanitarian sciences
• mathematics (at several levels)
• natural science courses
• art
• history.

Classes are conducted on weekdays, from Monday to Friday from 8:00 (on Thursday - from 8:55). Usually the school day is divided into 6 periods, but the schedule itself is flexible, "floating", which prevents children from getting tired and retains interest in studies. Every week, students attend from 20 lessons, each of which lasts 45 minutes.

The ratio of teachers to students is 1: 7, and no more than 15 children are enrolled in each class - this makes it possible to practice an individual, personal approach and give maximum attention to each student.

The cost of schooling for an academic year (2 semesters, includes accommodation and meals in full board) is:

• 5-day guesthouse = 53247 $
• 7-day guesthouse = 64417 $.

Preparing for SAT

A special course for students, which helps to prepare effectively for the passing of a complex academic test.

Much attention is paid to the full development of language knowledge and skills:

• Grammar
• Reading
• Auditing (listening comprehension)
• Vocabulary (active expansion of vocabulary)
• Written speech
• Oral speech (spoken English)
• Phonetics (correct pronunciation, accent correction)
• Improve communication skills.

Students practice a lot in abstracting, improve their academic and critical thinking skills, improve oral, colloquial and presentation skills.

This course is also presented by summer, vacation variant - SummerSATMath-with an emphasis on the study of algebra and geometry. The exact dates of the programs, as well as the cost, you can check with your manager.

Preparation for TOEFL

A very useful course - especially for international students: the TOEFL certificate is necessary for studying abroad in any school, college or university, is required when applying for a job and drawing up a long-term visa.

Professional, experienced teachers work on improving all the basic language competencies:

• Grammar
• Reading
• Auditing (listening comprehension)
• Vocabulary (active expansion of vocabulary)
• Written speech
• Oral speech (spoken English)
• Phonetics (correct pronunciation, accent correction)
• Improve communication skills.

Students practice on real materials from previous years: they get acquainted with the structure and characteristics of the exam, its typical pitfalls and difficulties, learn to correctly allocate their time and fill the gaps in knowledge, "pull up" their weaknesses.

The dates of the beginning and conduct of the courses, as well as the cost, you can check with your manager.