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FROM PRESSURE TO PERFORMANCE

Build your readiness to perform at your highest level

At Guidewell Global, test preparation is personalised.

Our one-to-one SAT and ACT prep programmes are built around each student’s goals, schedule, and learning style — ensuring that every session feels focused and productive.

Whether preparing for college in the US, UK, or beyond, it’s critical to perform well on standardised tests like the SAT and ACT.

With individualised guidance from Guidewell Global mentors and tutors, students gain the tools, techniques, and confidence to perform at their best.

We also provide specialised strategies for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring every learner can thrive.

Not sure which test will serve you best? We can help.

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the challenge

For many students, standardised tests feel like a mountain of uncertainty.

Between ever-changing formats, competitive expectations, and conflicting online advice, it’s difficult to know where to begin and how to improve efficiently.

Families often try multiple tutors or self-study plans before realising that what students truly need is structure, strategy, and confidence.

CASE STUDY

“Thank you to Guidewell for all your help. My child’s counsellors and mentors were each an invaluable friend and helper to them through a really difficult two years. We’ll always be grateful.”

  • Parent of Student

  • “I appreciate all Guidewell has done for me to help me prep for the ACT. I really could not have done this well without your guidance and support. During our time together, you have helped me develop so much self-confidence, especially in my math abilities, and I am so grateful.”

  • University of St Andrews UK

  • Class of 2024

  • HOW IT WORKS

    Proven preparation, personalised to your goals

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    Every student learns differently — and that’s why our process begins with understanding yours. From the first diagnostic to your final practice test, we create a tailored learning plan that builds confidence, strategy, and measurable improvement. Every Guidewell Global mentor is trained, tested, and supported to deliver a consistent, high-quality, and fulfilling learning experience.

    Assessment & Goal Setting

    Our students begin with a diagnostic test and consultation to understand strengths, challenges, and target scores.

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    Right-Fit Mentor Matching

    We pair each student with a mentor trained in our in-house curriculum and matched to their personality, learning style, and availability.

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    Personalised Learning Plan

    Each lesson follows a customised roadmap with focused strategies, practice materials, and milestone tracking.

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    Ongoing Feedback and Adjustment

    Mentors monitor progress closely, updating lesson plans as students improve and communicating regularly with families.

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    Performance Review and Next Steps

    Before the official test, students complete mock exams and review sessions that consolidate knowledge and test-day strategy.

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    What to Expect

    Better scores and study skills for life

    Our students leave our test prep programmes ready for exam day, and also equipped with lifelong academic skills — sharper reasoning, stronger focus, and the confidence to tackle challenges independently.

    Through the process, our students:

    Gain effective strategies that boost test performance and academic confidence

    Strengthen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills transferable across subjects

    Establish lasting study habits that enhance success at university and beyond

    Choose Your Level of Support

    Flexible levels of support, tailored to your goals

    Standard

    Students receive one-to-one instruction from highly qualified mentors. These online sessions are structured, interactive, and tailored for measurable improvement.

    Senior

    Sessions with our senior mentors offer a high level of individualisation, with in-person options, diagnostic testing, and detailed progress tracking.

    Elite

    Students who work with our most experienced mentors benefit from extended personalisation and high-touch family communication.

    Concierge

    Designed for complex schedules and bespoke needs, this tier pairs students with a team of top-level mentors for unparalleled support and flexibility.

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    FAQ

    Your test preparation questions, answered

    We call our tutors “mentors” because the relationship is core. Beyond teaching content, mentors guide students through the learning process, and help them develop confidence and strategies that last beyond a single test. Students work with the same mentor throughout their preparation, which allows mentors to truly know their students and tailor instruction over time.

    We teach the full range of US and UK exams for undergraduate and graduate applications, including SAT, ACT, PSAT, AP, GRE, GMAT, ISEE, SSAT, HSPT, COOP, Common Entrance, UCAT, MAT, PAT, STEP, and ECAA.

    Most students begin structured preparation 3-6 months before their exam, but creating a plan earlier gives students time to build skills gradually and approach the test with greater confidence.

    Students are paired with a carefully selected Guidewell Global mentor trained in our in-house curriculum and chosen for both subject expertise and teaching approach. Students work with the same mentor from start to finish, allowing for a strong relationship and personalized support.

    Yes. We offer both formats and will recommend the best option based on your schedule and location.

    Yes, we run regular mock tests for all exams, complete with detailed feedback and performance reports.

    Take the first step toward excellent exam performance

    Book your consultation today and begin your personalised journey towards strong test-taking skills and results that make you proud.

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