Can I apply multiple times to take the test?
No. A student applying to any of the Peninsula schools—Castilleja,…
How many prompts will my child answer?
Your child will be given one prompt to write about during the…
How do I prepare?
Just like any other aspect of the admissions process, preparation…
Will I know what topic my child will write about ahead of time?
Unfortunately, the answer is NO. The prompt will only be given…
How do I sign up for the Proctored Writing Sample?
You can register for the Proctored Writing Sample session through…
How can I prepare my child for private school admission next year?
Our private school admissions consulting is rigorous and is a…
If there is a test-optional policy, do we still have to submit the tests?
We still believe that tests are a good way for students to differentiate…
How much do admission test essays matter?
Both the ISEE and SSAT require students to write an essay, but…
How can I sign my child up for practice tests with Cardinal Education?
There is no better way to prepare for an official diagnostic…
When should I take the SSAT or ISEE?
Below is a chart of our general recommendation for private school…
How many times can you take the ISEE? SSAT? HSPT?
ISEE - Students may register to take the ISEE up to three times…
What is the difference between SSAT and ISEE?
The SSAT and ISEE are similar in many ways: they are both composed…