A Seattle ISEE prep course provided by Varsity Tutors can be a boon to any student getting ready to take the test. The ISEE, or Independent School Entrance Examination, is a test used by independent schools to assess the skills of prospective students. A lot might be riding on the test for your student, as it may have a critical impact on how admissions boards view their application. As the course covers a lot of ground, you might be feeling nervous about how your student will tackle this upcoming test. This is where a Seattle ISEE course can help by giving your student not only a review of the content material that the ISEE will test them on but also the test-taking skills they'll need to excel.
A Seattle ISEE class is taught in an online classroom, so you won't have to worry about how you'll fit another commute into your day. Class sections come in 2-week and 4-week formats, with new classes starting on a rolling weekly basis. With the flexibility an online class offers, you'll also be able to choose from a variety of class times. We've done a lot of work to make sure the course can be as accessible to your student as it can, regardless of how busy your schedule might be.
What will my student study in a Seattle ISEE class?
The ISEE takes a few different forms depending on the grade your student is entering. If they're going into the 2nd through 4th grades, they'll take the Primary Level ISEE. At the 5th or 6th grades, they'll take the Lower Level, 7th and 8th grade is covered by the Middle Level, and the Upper Level is used for students entering the 9th grade and above. Let's take a deeper look at each of these tests so you can have an idea of what a Seattle ISEE course will be teaching your student.
At the Primary Level, the ISEE includes Reading and Math sections, which are multiple-choice and cover reading comprehension skills and basic math skills respectively. There's also a Writing section. At no level does the ISEE grade your student on their writing. Instead, any Writing section will be used as a sample of your student's work so that schools can get to know them and see their creative powers. The Primary Level will provide a picture prompt, and students will be asked to respond with a story. There's also an Auditory Comprehension section that's used only on the 2nd grade ISEE, where students will listen to passages and respond.
The Lower Level ISEE establishes the format that is used for all other levels of the test. The test will cover Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Math Achievement, and an Essay. Verbal Reasoning will assess vocabulary at an elementary level and will require students to understand how context affects words. Quantitative Reasoning sections are intended to assess critical thinking using math concepts and will cover basic probability and estimation. Reading Comprehension will ask students to be able to read passages and locate specific information. Math Achievement focuses on math operations, and so here students will be asked to demonstrate their ability to perform operations using basic algebra and geometry concepts. The Essay will provide a prompt geared toward elementary students, and they'll be asked to write on that topic.
At the Middle Level, Verbal Reasoning will include middle and high school-level vocabulary and will ask students to be able to use parts of words, like prefixes, to figure out what words mean. Quantitative Reasoning will require students to use formulas to solve measurement problems, finding the lengths of lines and the areas of quadrilaterals, and other similar problems. Reading Comprehension will require students to understand figurative as well as literal language and be able to infer extra information that isn't stated outright in passages. Math Achievement will cover estimation, ratio, and proportion; prime factorization, area and perimeter, and Venn Diagrams. The Essay will provide a prompt intended to interest middle school students.
For the Upper Level ISEE, Verbal Reasoning will now require an understanding of prefixes, suffixes, and roots, as well as synonyms. Students will have to show a high school vocabulary. Quantitative Reasoning will bring math problem solving to the fore, with questions that will ask students to answer probability, data analysis, and measurement questions that will require them to make inferences about data sets. Reading Comprehension will ask Upper Level students to be able to identify relationships between passages, make inferences, and understand the tone and intent of the writer. Math Achievement will present operations problems that use variables, exponents, mean, median, mode, range, and sets, area and perimeter, and coordinate grids. The Essay will be ungraded as always, but to make a good impression, students should be able to write a mechanically sound, well-organized, eloquent work that will interest readers.
How will a Seattle ISEE class teach my student?
A Seattle ISEE course is taught entirely online in an interactive classroom environment and is led by a highly qualified teacher. Your student will be able to see and speak with their instructor and will participate in group discussions with their peers as they prep for the ISEE. Learning alongside other students at their level has been proven to increase the ability of students to absorb information and retain it in the long term. As your student shares their own strengths with their classmates, they may also be deepening their own understanding of material. By engaging with the perspectives of other students, they can be exposed to new ways of thinking about their coursework that may prove valuable come test day. Of course, we recognize that private instruction can have serious benefits as well, which is why your student will be able to reserve one-on-one time with their instructor for any material they might find difficult. A group course also provides a real value: you'll be getting access to a skilled, expert instructor at group prices.
We know you and your student likely have busy academic, professional, and personal lives. The flexibility in scheduling that an online course allows for is yet another benefit of a Seattle ISEE course. There are many times to choose from. And with new courses available every week, your student can find what they need whether their test is just around the corner or they're looking to get a jump-start on long-term prep.
How do I get my student enrolled?
If you contact Varsity Tutors, we can provide you with more information about what a Seattle ISEE course will cover and course availability, and can get you signed up for prep. It might be important to consider the secondary effects of an ISEE course as well: independent schools are asking your student to take this test because they need to know whether your student will succeed in their program. As the ISEE covers material can be very fundamental to your child's education, investing in a prep course can be seen as investing in their academic future for years to come.

Carlie: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...Seattle. My academic passions include History, Philosophy, Literature, French, Latin, and Psychology. I particularly enjoy tutoring students in any subject that involves reading and writing, particularly composing and editing essays and other written work. I believe that with perseverance and some capable guidance, a student can work to overcome any learning obstacles and be successful....
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- ACT
- SAT
- SAT Writing and Language
- +44 subjects

Jessica: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...in Elementary Education (K-8) and an endorsement in Reading (K-12). I have a Masters of Education from the University of Melbourne. I have provided tutoring services in and out of the school setting since 2008. I have taught 1st grade in a public school since 2014. I love working with students and watching them develop...
Education & Certification
- Pacific Lutheran University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
- University of Melbourne - Masters, Education
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SSAT
- Literature
- Elementary School Math
- +14 subjects

Nikki: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...School Bus and the Bill Nye show. I majored in Neuroscience and Behavior in college, so I learned a lot about Biology and Psychology, and I plan on getting a Master's in Bioengineering. I spent two years serving with the Peace Corps in Peru, where I learned to speak Spanish, build stoves out of adobe,...
Education & Certification
- Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Behavior
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SAT
- PSAT
- HSPT
- +46 subjects

Courtney: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...familiar with Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and other sciences. I also have spent the past few summers tutoring students in Reading and Writing and am able to help with everything from college essays and writing assignments to skills for standardized tests. I'm happy to work with a range of ages and will do my best to...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Bachelor of Science, Medical Anthropology and Global Health
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- ACT
- PSAT
- SSAT
- +86 subjects

Brian: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...that they will need to prepare and study for assignments and tests when they're going to go to college. There's only so much one can do in teaching the content that we also need to teach our students how they can become their own teachers and succeed on their own. Hence, I want my students...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Masters in Education, High School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- California Proficiency Program (CPP)
- PSAT
- CLEP
- +128 subjects

Maureen: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...I have a broad base of knowledge in American Literature and the Arts, I am a published writer and watercolor artist, and I have travelled extensively at home and abroad. My students have said of me, " She's tough, but in a good way" "She's the best instructor I've ever had" "She has a great...
Education & Certification
- New Paltz State Teachers College - Bachelors, Sciences
- Psychiatric Institute of New York - Current Grad Student, Registered Professional Nurse
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- ACT
- SSAT
- SAT
- +46 subjects

Rina: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...of mathematicsfields that I particularly loveas well as standardized test preparation (SAT, SSAT, ISEE, and HSPT). I have found that studying becomes more enjoyable and effective when content is connected with examples of application. Finding funny, memorable ways to apply course content is my favorite way to internalize the material. I view learning as equipping...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SAT
- HSPT
- SSAT
- +51 subjects

Karen: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...Advanced Placement Calculus and Physics. I work hard to make complex and challenging material accessible and enjoyable for a wide range of students. At all levels, I encourage both the hesitant and eager students to succeed. I tailor lesson plans to different learning styles and abilities. With the extra attention I give, my students consistently...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Economics, minor Math and Statistics
- University of California-Berkeley - Masters, Masters of Business Administration
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- ACT
- ASPIRE
- SAT
- +87 subjects

Miranda: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...call the "Nerd Trifecta" in high school: math team, knowledge bowl, and science olympiad. I've tutored since I was in middle school, and I love finding an explanation or analogy to help someone else really grasp a concept! I'm applying to grad school now, and in my spare time I love cooking and baking (it's...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry and Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- PSAT
- SAT
- HSPT
- +49 subjects

Helina: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...to the lead math tutor position. As a lead tutor, I trained incoming math tutors as well as helped my supervisor plan the different tutor meetings. My experience as a tutor has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Students often gave me positive feedback on my tutoring techniques, and I've seen...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Parkside - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- PSAT
- College Chemistry
- Physics
- +26 subjects

Jeffrey: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...you really can be prepared. Careful, concept-oriented preparation can help ensure that students don't run into anything radically new on exam day. My preparation strategy aims to give students the instruction they need to recognize as many problem types as possible. Sitting for a standardized test can be a stressful experience for many people. I...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SAT
- HSPT
- SSAT
- +34 subjects

Lien: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...2010. Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of working with students of diverse ages and backgrounds, providing personalized support in math, reading, and writing. My teaching philosophy is centered around the belief that every individual has the capacity to learn and improve with patience and persistence. In addition to my teaching experience, I...
Education & Certification
- University of Pedagogy Ho Chi Minh City - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- University of Houston-Clear Lake - Master of Arts, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SSAT
- ACT
- CogAT
- +49 subjects

Nina: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...at a French Immersion Camp, has taught me how to effectively teach French using a wide variety of methods and activities. Supporting students in creative ways was key to that job, but working as a writing coach also gave me the experience necessary to guide serious students through complex writing projects. Though my professional interests...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SAT
- 6th Grade French
- Test Prep
- +64 subjects

Jennifer: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...be living in beautiful Northwest Washington! I hold a Masters degree in teaching with an endorsement in elementary education. I am highly qualified in middle level science, middle level mathematics, and Japanese. I have five years of experience in working with students from diverse populations, both here in Washington and abroad in Japan and South...
Education & Certification
- Central Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese
- Heritage University - Masters, Elementary Education K-8
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- Reading
- Elementary School Math
- Phonics
- +16 subjects

Dagny: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...individually with students on a wide variety of written assignments, ranging from grant proposals to senior theses. I also was a tutor with Willamette University's Academic Support Center. I worked individually with several students over the course of each semester, helping them develop study habits, identify their challenges, and meet their academic goals. While I...
Education & Certification
- Willamette University - Current Undergrad Student, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SAT
- PSAT
- K-11th Grade Standardized Tests
- +72 subjects

Rachel: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...work with a student as an individual and to adjust my own tutoring to fit the way they learn best. I believe that all students have what it takes to succeed in school, its just a matter of finding the style of learning that is most effective for them. What works or makes sense for...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, General Biology
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- HSPT
- CogAT
- PSAT
- +89 subjects

Sarah: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...life and career as a teacher, lawyer, counselor, and mediator, my focus has always come back to supporting children and young adults in learning, growing, and healing. Some of my most rewarding experiences have been working with neurodiverse populations as a tutor and support. Through this work, I have learned the importance of compassion, patience,...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Master of Arts, Social Work
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- CLEP
- Social Work
- English
- +38 subjects

Andrea: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...(German American Partnership Program). There I was matched with a student my age and stayed with her family. A few months later, she came and stayed at my house. We exchanged culture and truly became sisters. She and her parents were even able to travel to Idaho to be at my wedding. I have studied...
Education & Certification
- Boise State University - Bachelor in Arts, German Studies
- University of Massachusetts Amherst - Master of Arts, German Studies
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- PARCC
- SSAT
- HSPT
- +26 subjects

Thomas: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...my family. Above all, I bring compassion to my work. I have a learning disability which makes me gifted in some areas, but very slow in others. This disconnect made my educational journey a long and difficult one. I understand the thrill of success, but also the despair and discouragement that comes with failure. I...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- TOEFL
- GED
- SSAT
- +79 subjects

Graham: Seattle ISEE course instructor
...and in 2013 I worked as a tutor for SAT verbal/ACT English prep at a learning center in Bellevue. I tutor all subjects and test preps relating to English, Language Arts, Reading and Literature, and I enjoy tutoring for Social Studies and History. My personal interest in art and philosophy has led me to consider...
Education & Certification
- Lake Superior State University - Bachelor in Arts, English Language and Literature
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- PSAT
- ACT
- SAT
- +70 subjects