When should my child start preparing for the ACT?

Ideally, students in the Bay Area should begin ACT prep in the spring or summer of sophomore year or early junior year. This gives them time to build confidence, master each section, and take the test more than once if needed. That said, we’ve helped many students get outstanding results on tighter timelines, too. Whether your child is a planner or a last-minute powerhouse, we create custom study plans that match their schedule and goals. Starting early simply opens up more options, like aligning prep with AP classes or managing extracurricular workloads. It also allows us to identify strengths and gaps before testing begins.