ACT Preparation Course

A-List offers specifically designed courses for students preparing for the ACT.

It can take months of practice to solidify the content and consolidate techniques to attain a high score in the ACT.

Our ACT training courses are a great way to get a head start on your ACT preparation. These interactive courses have been developed and refined for over a decade, providing comprehensive instruction, strategic guidance, thorough revision, and tailored mock testing for beginners.

Led by our team of experienced instructors, each 5-day course serves as an immersive program designed to provide personalised coaching and consistent feedback from start to finish. A maximum course size of 8 allows our instructors to focus on each student's unique learning needs and ensures students receive tailored attention and guidance.

With the flexibility of online and in-person ACT test prep options available in central London, students from all over the world can easily participate in A-List's courses.

Available dates remaining for 2024

Reserve your spot in the last 2024 ACT Bootcamps, with limited spaces available in October and December due to small group settings. Book at least one month in advance to take advantage of our early bird offer, which includes a £250 discount on the full price of £1600, bringing it down to £1350, plus a complimentary proctored test. Don't forget to use the promotion code at checkout.

final spots available
ACT Bootcamp
14-18 December
£1600
In person only
Book by 14th November to enjoy our early bird offer: £250 off the full price of £1600, plus a complimentary proctored test. Use promotion code DEC24 at checkout.
ACT Bootcamp
17- 21 February
£1600
In person only
Book by 17th January to enjoy our early bird offer: £250 off the full price of £1,600, plus a complimentary proctored test. Use promotion code FEB25 at checkout.
Book a Complimentary Discovery Session
Unsure about applying to a US university or need advice on your options? Our team is here to help. In a 15-minute Discovery Session, we’ll provide tailored guidance to answer your questions and offer insight into the US admissions process.

What does our ACT Preparation Course include?

Exclusive ACT textbook

We've written our own comprehensive ACT textbook called The Book of Knowledge that each student will receive upon registration to the course.

The book comes with 1000+ practice questions, including our A-List-only Math and Reading techniques. Students can learn key strategies for ACT Science - where speed and accuracy are key for top marks - and focus on higher level ACT-specific Math content needed for top scores.

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Format

Over the 5-day course, we provide:

  • In-depth coverage of all key ACT content, using our exclusive Book of Knowledge textbook
  • Small group sessions with a maximum class size of 8 students, allowing tutors to give each student optimum personalised attention

  • Real past paper test materials to help students apply learned techniques to real questions, improving test approach and time management

  • Two full-length practice tests with our hosting platform that allows students to sit paper ACTs in simulated ACT exam conditions

  • Personalised, detailed feedback with tailored guidance and resources for improvement and next steps 

In-person and online prep

Our ACT courses typically run from 9am to 3.30pm UK time.

In-person:

Online:

  • Online course utilises interactive learning software for progress tracking, resource access, session recordings, and material sharing

  • Tutors use breakout rooms and other digital features to ensure a constantly engaged environment

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After the course

Each student receives:

  • A personalised report with an assessment of performance through the course, including test analysis, study planning, and our recommendations for the next steps
  • Post-course practice test

  • A 30-minute online or phone consultation with our Academics Team to outline a future study plan following the course

Success outcomes

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A-List takes tremendous pride in seeing our students succeed. There's a reason we believe A-List offers the best ACT prep course: we do everything we can to ensure our students achieve great things, not only on a test, but also in their academic pathways and wherever they choose to attend college.

A-List by the numbers:

  • Our students improve their ACT score by 7 points in average
  • Our top 25% of SAT students increase their score by more than 9 points

Course testimonials

"I have learned a variety of techniques and hacks for the ACT which have improved my speed and accuracy greatly on my tests."
Soso, course attendee
"The [course] provided me with thorough knowledge regarding the ACT and helped to determine my future plans for revision."
Lorna, course attendee
"A very helpful and enjoyable course. Lovely staff and great atmosphere for learning. What I liked most is the pace of learning new material and being able to immediately apply it to the solutions of the given problems. Thank you for your help."
Olenka, Google Reviews
"It was a great experience, as it really did help me understand concepts I hadn't understood before (like grammar, clever advice on tackling daunting math problems etc). I will definitely recommend this to my friends."
Shruthi, Google Reviews
"A-List has been such a great experience. I have learnt so much and taken so much on board. Everyone there is so nice and forthcoming. Thanks to them I'll be able to go to a great university."
Hugo, Google Reviews

ACT Preparation Course dates in 2024

  • In-person (London)
  • In-person (London)

Where you'll be learning

All our in-person courses are held at Dukes House, a space we share with other members of the Dukes Education family.

 

Dukes House

58 Buckingham Gate

London SW1E 6AJ

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Pricing

In-person ACT Preparation Course
£1,600
REGULAR
In-person ACT Preparation Course
£1,350
EARLY BIRD*
Online ACT Preparation Course
£1,100
REGULAR
Online ACT Preparation Course
£995
EARLY BIRD*
* When booked one month before the course start date. With early-bird discounts, you can arrange a complimentary proctored test

All prices are inclusive of VAT.

Other standardised tests

We support students globally and also offer tailored tutoring for non-native English speakers preparing for the TOEFL and IELTS exams to demonstrate their English proficiency for university admissions.

TOEFL

Our TOEFL tutoring programme prepares students for the TOEFL iBT® test, which assesses English language proficiency for studying in English-speaking countries and tests listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills.

IELTS

Our IELTS tutoring programme prepares students for the IELTS standardised test, another English language proficiency exam for studying, migrating, or working in an English-speaking country. There are two kinds of IELTS exams.

IELTS Academic

The test assesses readiness for studying or training in an English-speaking environment for higher education or professional registration.

ELTS General Training

This test focuses on broader skills intended for social or workplace contexts. Students taking this exam are typically going to an English-speaking country for secondary education, work or training.

ISEE/SSAT

Independent Secondary School Entrance Exams

We offer test prep for secondary school admissions, including ISSE, SSAT, and SHSAT.

GRE, GMAT and LSAT

We offer support for the GRE, GMAT, and LSAT for prospective graduate and professional school students.

 

Book a Discovery Session

Complimentary 15-minutes session to guide you

Whether you are unsure about attending a US university, curious about your chances, or making a last-minute decision, our team are here to provide guidance and support.

Our passionate team of educators focus on enhancing each student's academic portfolio and application to best represent their abilities and aspirations.