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Congratulations to Our Clients who Got Into Avenues the World School Today

Today (November 22nd) Avenues emailed admissions decisions to kindergarten families who applied Early Notification. One mom emailed Abacus Mom: You are the second person to know. <Husband> was the first. Thank you, thank you for helping us make our dreams a reality! More soon but wanted to give you this wonderful news. For help with … Continue reading Congratulations to Our Clients who Got Into Avenues the World School Today

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NYC Elite Private Schools are Not Really “Diverse”

In the thick of admissions season, as I read NYC private schools' websites and brochures, I am struck again and again by how often elite schools emphasize their "diversity". Certainly private schools in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Riverdale and Westchester are trying to broaden their ethnic makeup, and reach kids who live in different places and have … Continue reading NYC Elite Private Schools are Not Really “Diverse”

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The Kindergarten ERB is Dead? Long Live the ?

Today Javier C Hernandez of The New York Times wrote what is sure to be the most hotly discussed article of the fall: Private Schools Are Expected to Drop a Dreaded Entrance Test Is the ERB indeed dead?  This is HUGE NEWS. Uncertainties abound: How many New York City private schools will actually drop the … Continue reading The Kindergarten ERB is Dead? Long Live the ?

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Our September Private School Consulting Schedule is Full

Sorry. If you're applying in 2014 for 2015 admission, please book early so you can get a date and time that work for you.  If you're applying now for 2014 admission, we may be able to accommodate you in October.  Email for details NYC's best private school consultant

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Kudos to Friends Seminary

Friends Seminary has dropped the ERB requirement for admission to kindergarten and first grade.   They've also improved their admissions essays.  Nice going, Friends!  True to the Quaker spirit of simplicity. Dropping the ERB took some gumption from the Friends admissions officers.  The trend is toward requiring the ERB to show parents that your school is … Continue reading Kudos to Friends Seminary

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Private School Admissions Support Program for NYC Kindergarten is Full

As usual, Abacus Guide's Private School Admissions Support Program is now sold out for 2014 kindergarten admission.  Please contact New York City's best educational consultant for help with admission to older grades only.  For the time being, we are still accepting clients for middle school and high school admission. If you'd like help fo 2015 kindergarten admission, … Continue reading Private School Admissions Support Program for NYC Kindergarten is Full

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The ERB Explains How to Prep for the ERB

The ERB's booklet, What to Expect on the ECAA, makes fascinating reading. In the booklet, the Educational Records Bureau (ERB) maps out explicitly what is on the WPPSI and WISC (confusingly, also known as the ECAA), revealing to parents the tests' content.  The company goes on to recommend preparation strategies, going so far as to … Continue reading The ERB Explains How to Prep for the ERB

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Ask a Private School Admissions Expert: Guest Blog Post

Thanks to Varsity Tutors, for interviewing me about private school admissions:  Ask a Private School Admissions Expert: Emily Glickman The interviewer asked me some very interesting questions about the private school admissions process timeline, common parent mistakes, standardized testing and its importance in the process, and more.  This is a very thorough interview. I hope you find … Continue reading Ask a Private School Admissions Expert: Guest Blog Post

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Avenues the World School: Parent Reviews

Looking for Avenues School reviews? Jenny Anderson nails the parent and student experience at Avenues The World School in her New York Times magazine article Is This the Best Education Money Can Buy? I have sent many clients to Avenues, families who applied regular admission and relocating families who got  in late.  Parents have given me … Continue reading Avenues the World School: Parent Reviews

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Calhoun School Expands Facility

I am excited to revisit Calhoun, a Manhattan coed private school that has intrigued many of my New York clients over the years.  I admire Calhoun's headmaster, Steve Nelson, and its chef, Chef Bobo. Dear Ms. Glickman, My admissions colleagues and I would welcome the opportunity to share an updated view of Calhoun’s mission in … Continue reading Calhoun School Expands Facility