Guide to Private School Admissions

For parents of pre-K, lower and middle school applicants

Get a handle on the admissions process and improve your child's chances of getting in. In 2001, over 100 terrific children were not accepted to private schools because there just weren't enough spaces to meet the demand. Admissions Directors say it has never been more difficult to get a child placed, and 2002 proved to be just as competitive. Learn what you can do at each stage of the process to optimize your child's chances of getting into the private school of your choice. You'll get frank, unbiased advice, along with vital information on books that official sources don't reveal.

Sessions cover:

* How to formulate a realistic application plan that gives your child the best possibility for success
* A process for identifying which schools best fit your child and family
* What you should look for when touring
* How to make your child irresistible in an application essay
* Tips on making the most of your parent interview
* The risks and benefits of declaring your first choice
* Juggling acceptances and the wait-list offers
* Straightforward answers to all your questions

All Attendees will receive a FREE copy of "The 20 Questions Admissions Directors Asked Most in 2001-02" and "20/20 Hindsight" - Candid advice for parents of today's private school applicants from 300 parents who went through the admissions process in the last two years.

2008 Workshop Dates:  5/11, 7/10, 7/22, 8/12, 8/27

Workshops are scheduled weekdays from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The fee is $195 for both parents. Space is limited to accommodate the workshop format.
(Note: private, confidential sessions are also available upon request)

Here's what previous attendees had to say:

"This workshop was beyond my expectations. I am a big fan of the Parent's League and that private school book, but they don't provide the long list of very specific tips and insights that you do."

"What I liked best about your program was that its tone was so free of hype and slickness. It was my strong impression that you really want people to consider what school is best for their particular family and child. In addition to giving very useful, practical advice, you both come across as people that a normal stressed-out parent can relate to. I found your essay-writing guidelines and "survival" kit to be particularly helpful."

For more information, call Smart City Kids at (212) 249-4066 or e-mail us at info@smartcitykids.com