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Private school admissions tutoring at Kate’s Tutoring in Pasadena, helping students with ISEE/SSAT prep, essays, and interviews. Serving Glendale, Burbank & LA.

Private school 
Admission

Los Angeles & Beyond

Finding the right private school for your child can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone.With over a decade of experience in the competitive Southern California landscape, Kate’s Tutoring provides personalized, hands-on guidance to help families identify, apply to, and secure spots at top private schools. Whether you are looking in Los Angeles, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, or beyond, we ensure your child’s application stands out.

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Comprehensive Admissions Support We partner with families through every stage of the journey:

  • School Selection: Identifying "best-fit" schools based on your child’s needs and personality.

  • Application Management: Tracking deadlines and requirements so nothing falls through the cracks.

  • Compelling Storytelling: Crafting standout student essays and meaningful parent statements.

  • Interview Coaching: Building confidence for both student and parent interviews.

  • Teacher Recommendations: Coordinating with educators to ensure timely, impactful references.

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Pair your admissions counseling with our ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT Prep Program for a complete, start-to-finish admissions solution.

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Your child’s educational journey deserves a thoughtful, individualized approach — and that’s exactly what we deliver.

Private School Interview Workshops

Many students find talking about themselves uncomfortable. We're here to change that. Our workshops transform the interview from a "test" into an enjoyable conversation.

We teach students how to speak about their accomplishments with confidence, how to assert their interests, and how to engage authentically with admissions officers.
 

  • Recommended: 4–7 hourly sessions

ISEE & SSAT Test Preparation

Standardized testing is a critical component of the private school application. We recommend 20, 30, or 40-hour tutoring packages to ensure comprehensive coverage of the material.
 

Starting 2–3 months in advance allows us to build foundational skills, master test-taking strategies, and significantly raise scores without the last-minute stress.
 

  • Kate’s Recommendation: 30 hours for optimal results.

Application Essays & Parent Statements

The essay is your child’s chance to come to life off the page. Our tutors workshop the writing process to create something uniquely "them" that captures the attention of Admissions Committees.

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We also provide dedicated support for Parent Statements, helping you articulate your family’s values and your child’s strengths in a way that resonates with top-tier schools.

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