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From acing that tough middle school math class to receiving that dream ACT/SAT score, our in-person and virtual personalized tutoring programs support students through every major educational milestone.

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Middle School

No matter the high school entrance exam acronym your middle schooler is preparing for (HSPT, ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, or the CPS Admissions Test), our tutoring will boost your student’s admission chances.

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Academic

The most customizable of all of our customized tutoring services, academic tutoring helps students achieve their goals, whether it’s getting through a challenging course, preparing for finals, or raising their GPA.

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AP

Don’t let the chance to earn college credit pass your student by! Advanced Placement (AP) tutoring will help your student master course content and bring home those coveted 5s on their AP exams.

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ACT/SAT

Our showstopper. Our bread and butter. Our award-winning ACT/SAT tutoring gets results because, quite simply, no one knows how to create data-driven, personalized, skills-based instruction like we do.

It's the Approach that Matters Most

We don’t just prep students for exams here at Academic Approach—we’re in the business of prepping them for life.

Our students soak up more than facts and figures; they master the art of discovery. They cultivate self-belief, forge resilience, and learn the magic of transforming knowledge into real-world applications.

With our helping hand, they’re not just acing exams—they’re morphing into relentless knowledge seekers. We’re not just about passing the test; we’re about crafting lifelong learners. 

Let’s get started on this journey together, shall we?

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Tutoring is For Everyone

At Academic Approach, we shatter the myth that tutoring is only for struggling students. Our seasoned tutors tailor their strategy to your student’s unique needs, at any skill level.

Empowering Students, Enriching Lives

We ignite curiosity in our students, transforming their futures by fostering a lifelong love of learning and equipping them to excel in a rapidly changing world.

Beyond the Test

With Academic Approach, students aren’t just preparing for a test; they are building the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary for academic success and beyond.

Pathways to Prestige

We tell our students to dream big. We take care of the rest.

Transformations Told Firsthand

These testimonials are proof of the impact of our commitment to Teaching Beyond the Test™ and the meaningful relationships we build with each student and their family.

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My tutor was more than just a weekly appointment. He really listened, and always asked how my basketball team was doing. He cared. He made what could have been a boring experience into something I looked forward to each week.
New Trier High School StudentClass of 2024
"We do not have enough words to express our appreciation for the marvelous team at Academic Approach. They provided excellent feedback, identified strengths and weaknesses, gave advice on courses, and offered career strategy for our sons."
ParentUniversity of Chicago Laboratory School
"I loved my tutor. Not only did I get the score I wanted, but Academic Approach had a way of teaching that made sense to me. I had several friends who worked with the Approach, and they all said the same thing: they made the material easy to understand for each of us, even though we learn differently."
Highland Park High School Student Class of 2023
Working with Academic Approach was a nice confidence builder for our daughter. It helped her realize that with a little guidance and a little push in the right direction, you can accomplish what you set your mind to.
ParentNew Trier High School
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Goodbye LMNOP: The New Alphabet Song Explained

Have you heard the N-E-W-S? The Alphabet Song has changed—and people aren’t quite sure it’s for the better. Listen to the new song here.  The change that folks are noticing most is the shift in phrasing from the original’s distinct “LMNOP” (pronounced, of course, as ellehmenohpee) to a more spaced out, discrete…

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Matthew Pietrafetta

CPS Applications Open September 23rd!

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has announced that Selective Enrollment and Choice applications for the 2026-2027 school year will open on September 23rd2025 at 10am! Note that the application window will close on November 14th2025 at 5pm. Be sure to add these dates to your calendar to ensure you have plenty of time…

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