HSAT Prep Courses

The CPS High School Admissions Test is a 60-minute, computer-based exam with Reading and Math sections. It counts for 50% of your child’s selective enrollment admission score. It can only be taken once – no retakes.

Earlier blocks give more platform time before test day. Block 1 (June) gives 4 months. Block 4 (September) is a final intensive right before the test. All blocks include the same live sessions, practice tests, and Study Coach access through October 31.

10 full-length timed tests. 80 questions each. 2 are released per week during the 4-week course. Remaining tests are unlocked after the course ends. All accessible through October 31.   Parents can add-on 100 additional practice test for additional fee. 

A personal AI powered study tool available anytime that adapts to your child’s strengths and weaknesses. It generates extra practice questions on topics they need help with and explains concepts in a way that matches how they learn. Your child is never stuck waiting until next session for help.

Built with student safety in mind — our AI is restricted to academic content only. Students can only interact within our verified question bank, so you never have to worry about off-topic or inappropriate conversations.

Developed under the guidance of Lemi-Ola Erinkitola, Co-Chair of NIST/NICE K-12 Cybersecurity Community of Interest and founder of The Critical Thinking Child — and supported by the Kapor Foundation AI Literacy Grant, awarded to develop responsible AI guidelines for K-12  educators and students.

Yes. Some families enroll in two blocks for extra live instruction. And because each student’s Personal Study Coach generates personalized questions based on their individual weak areas, no two students — and no two sessions — are exactly alike. Your child will always have fresh, targeted practice. Platform access continues through October 31 regardless of which block you choose.

A laptop or desktop computer with internet access and Zoom installed. We recommend a laptop to simulate test day conditions.

Yes. Contact us to discuss your child’s specific needs and we’ll ensure appropriate support is in place.

Yes. At checkout you can add 4 additional Sundays of proctored practice — extending your enrollment from 4 sessions to 8. Same day, same time slot, continuous weeks right after your course ends. A CTC instructor is present every session to proctor the exam and keep your child motivated and on track. Your child will have access to 10 full-length practice tests to complete before test day. The proctored extension is $197 and is available as an add-on at checkout for any course block.

Absolutely — and you are not alone. Test anxiety is one of the most common challenges we see, even among straight-A students. We build real confidence through timed practice, proven test-taking strategies, and consistent coaching from certified CTC instructors every session. Our 24/7 Personal Study Coach is also available between sessions so your child never feels unprepared going into test day. The more they practice in a safe, supportive environment, the less nervous they feel when it counts.