Preparation for Secondary School Entrance Exams

How can you prepare for the admission process to private and international secondary schools?

Give your child every opportunity to stand out with our high school entrance exam preparation program.

Secondary school admission is an important milestone.

Depending on the school, the admission process may include an entrance exam, an interview, a review of the student’s academic record, or a combination of these elements.

This program helps families better understand their child’s current level, identify the concepts that may require additional review, and approach the admission process with greater confidence.

This program is particularly helpful for:

Grade 5 or 6 students preparing for admission assessments
parents who want a clearer picture of their child’s strengths and areas for improvement
students who want to become familiar with the format and expectations of admission evaluations
families who want to better understand what to review before tests or interviews

A practical first step to help your child feel more prepared and confident throughout the admission process.

An exam simulation is one of the best ways to help your child prepare for the realities of a secondary school admission test.

With our program, your child completes a full simulation at home, at a time that works best for your family.

This experience helps students:

become familiar with the exam format and expectations
assess their current knowledge and skill level
identify their strengths and areas that may need improvement

👉 An essential first step to better understand your child’s level and guide their preparation with confidence.

Register my child for the simulation

Within 7 days of completing the simulation, you will receive a detailed evaluation report that provides a clearer picture of your child’s current level and readiness for the admission process.

This report helps families:

better understand their child’s strengths and challenges
identify the concepts that should be prioritized before testing
determine whether time management, stress, or organization may be affecting performance
make more informed decisions about the next steps in preparation

A practical tool designed to help families support their child more effectively throughout the admission process.

After the simulation, families may choose to add personalized tutoring sessions to help their child strengthen the concepts identified in the evaluation report.

Sessions are tailored to your child’s needs, pace, and learning goals, allowing them to focus on the areas that matter most before the admission exam.

A flexible option for families who would like additional support and guidance.

For more than 15 years, our secondary school admission exam preparation program has helped thousands of students prepare with confidence for the admission process.

More than 5,000 students supported
More than 95% admitted to the school of their choice

A trusted approach that combines realistic exam preparation, clear evaluation tools, and personalized support for families.

Comment fonctionne le programme ?

La simulation peut être réalisée dans le confort de la maison, à un moment qui convient à votre famille.

1
Register your child
STEP 1/4
Complete the online registration in just a few minutes.
2
At-home simulation
STEP 2/4
Your child can complete the simulation starting June 15.
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Correction and report
STEP 3/4
Receive a detailed correction report within 7 days.
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Personalized tutoring
STEP 4/4
Personalized support with a tutor can complement your child’s preparation if needed.

Three resources to help you prepare

Our free guide to high school admission

Answers to all your questions about high school admissions. A complete guide, completely free of charge!

Read the guide

Entrance exam preparation program

Three-hour exam simulation, correction and evaluation report to target the right objectives. Personalized coaching with a certified tutor as needed.

Online entrance exam mini-practice

Test your knowledge for free! Some typical entrance exam questions in a mini-quiz prepared especially for you.

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Our free guide to high school admission

Chapitres 1

How do I choose the right high school?

It's not the best high school that you should be looking for, but the right high school for your child. In this chapter, you'll find our practical advice on how best to compare high schools in your area.

Chapitres 2

How do I register my child?

You and your child have decided on one or more schools that match your child's profile. All that remains is to begin the enrolment process. In this chapter, we remind you of the steps you shouldn't miss: the admission test, selection criteria, open days, school directory, etc.

Chapitres 3

How do I prepare for the entrance exam?

Once you've registered, it's time to prepare for the entrance test. In this section, we've put together a list of tips and tricks to help you pass the test and manage your stress. You'll also find a preparation timetable and links to additional exercises.

Chapitres 4

Resources

It's sometimes hard to find the right resources, so we've listed them here. We've also provided links to external resources to help you go further: course concepts, examples, exercises, practice tests, etc.

Our mini secondary school admission exam practices

Real Numbers. Real Success!

65 000: students helped.
82%: of our students felt less anxious during the exam.
89%: of students identified previously unknown learning challenges.

They testify

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Parent

I am very satisfied with the services provided by School Success. The tutor who was assigned to my daughter helped her increase her overall average by 15% in 2 months.

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We really appreciate our tutor, he adapts well to our child's needs. We really like the tutoring formula.

Steve C.

Congratulations to your whole team and particularly to Andrea who, through her advice and careful attention, helped our son get his self-confidence back.

Avi S.

We really like Jean-Francois' work. He gives everything of himself for the success of our child. Bravo!

Help & FAQs

Got questions about our entrance exam preparation program? We've got the answers!

School Success’s entrance exam preparation program is designed for Grade 5 and Grade 6 students who wish to be admitted to private, international, or specialized secondary schools.

It is ideal for students who:

want to stand out during admission tests;
wish to better understand and meet school expectations;
need structured support to reduce stress and build confidence.

Admission exams are often selective and competitive, with limited spots available in many schools.

School Success’s program follows a structured 3-step approach:

Full exam simulation → Assesses the student’s current level in real exam conditions

Detailed evaluation report → Identifies strengths, gaps, and key areas for improvement

Personalized tutoring sessions → Tailored to the student’s specific needs

This approach helps to:

quickly identify the right priorities;
make study time more effective;
develop strong strategies for exam success.

The program helps your child:

better understand exam expectations (format, question types, time management);
reduce stress through realistic practice;
improve results by focusing on targeted gaps;
build confidence and independence.

Proper preparation not only increases the chances of success, but also helps students approach the exam with greater confidence.

👉 Over 5,000 students have completed this program, and more than 95% were admitted to their school of choice.

The admission exam simulation is offered at a cost of $99 + taxes.

This price includes:

the full exam simulation to complete at home;
the correction of the exam;
a detailed evaluation report sent by email within 7 days after the completed test is submitted.

This report helps you better understand your child’s strengths, the concepts to review, and the priorities to focus on to continue their preparation effectively.

Registration is completed online during the registration period. For this edition, registration is open from April 13 to September 13.

The simulation can be completed from June 15 to September 15. It is offered online, in French, and can be completed independently, allowing families to choose the most convenient time

The evaluation process takes place in two steps:

a full exam simulation completed at home;
a detailed analysis of results by our experts.

You will then receive a clear, personalized report that:

identifies the concepts to review;
highlights key challenges (time management, stress, organization);
provides concrete recommendations for improvement.

This report becomes the foundation of the personalized tutoring plan.

The evaluation report will be sent to you via email within 7 days following the submission of your child's completed test.

All sessions are held online, anywhere in Quebec, through an interactive platform.

This allows for:

flexible and accessible support;
the use of interactive learning tools;
personalized follow-up, regardless of your location.

Sessions are led by elementary-level specialists trained to support students preparing for secondary school entrance exams.

They:

adapt their approach to each student’s profile;
use the evaluation report to target priorities;
teach effective tips and strategies for success.

For a complete preparation, about 10 hours of tutoring are generally recommended.

This may vary depending on:

the student’s starting level;
their goals;
the schools they are applying to.

The exam simulation covers the concepts and subjects studied during the 5th year of primary school and consists of 5 parts: grammar, reading comprehension, writing production, mathematics, and logic. The simulation also provides an opportunity to test your child's time and stress management!